There are a lot of EVs on the road today. According to an estimate, more than half the cars sold in Canada will be electric by 2030. Recently I've been hearing a lot of scary stories about people not properly installing charging stations in their homes. It's important to understand the different types of EV charging stations available, what's required to install one at home, and electrical safety tips to avoid a potential fire hazard. 

In this podcast episode, I'm joined by James Fraser, General Manager at The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) as we talk about everything you need to know about EV charging stations and installing one at home SAFELY. 

We all know about landscaping, but have you heard of pondscaping? I have a pond on my property, it was one of the things I first fell in love with when I bought my place —to me it was serenity. However, while I'm always very meticulous and keep my grass nice and short, the pond did start to overgrown over the years. I tried everything including sending one of my guys in to clip the weeds right at the bottom of the pond, but it continued to grow more and more until I got in professional pondscapers. They taught me all about how the excessive weeds and algae are harmful to the wildlife population in the pond, how they get rid of the weeds in the pond and how to properly maintain it moving forward. 

In this podcast episode, I'm joined by Nick DeMarco from WeedsBGone as we talk all about what pondscaping is, what causes a pond to get run down, how to maintain your pond, and more. They told me they can turn swamps into swimming pools, I'm mind blown. So if you're like me and have a pond on your property —you don't want to miss this episode.

I've been a professional contractor for over 40 years, and over the course of my career one recurring theme I've seen has been the shortage in skilled trades —and that's largely been due to the stigma surrounding it. While my kids and me have been working hard to encourage more youth and women to join the skilled trades, this shortage is a real issue, which has been noticed by many professionals in the construction industry. There is a need to promote the skilled trades as a viable career, because we’ll always need people to help build our homes, roads, and hospitals. These structures don’t just sprout up out of the ground!

In this podcast episode, I'm joined by my son, Michael Holmes -Professional Contractor & TV Host, and JT Bhabra President of TruBuild Fine Homes, Holmes Approved Homes Builder as we talk about some of the issues caused by the skilled trades shortage, what this means, and how to overcome it and encourage more people to join the trades. 

Electricity is a crucial aspect of any home, without it, our homes simply wouldn’t function. However, we don’t often pay too much attention to it, thinking that if everything is working then our home’s electrical system must be in good shape and operating properly. That is not the case! Just like anything in our home we must take the right steps to make sure our electrical is done right and meets our needs, especially if buying a new property or renovating.

In this podcast episode, Mike Holmes speaks with special guest and long-time friend Frank Cozzolino, Licensed Electrical Contractor as they discuss the basics of electrical safety, who you should hire for your electrical work, and what you need to know to protect yourself and your family from a possible fire hazard. They also talk about what to watch out for when buying a house, especially an old property, and why an electrical inspection is important —you’ll leave this episode with the proper knowledge to own it right and protect it right.

Listen to the full episode to learn more about the importance of electrical safety, hiring the right people, and making sure the job is done right.

Water, we drink it, cook with it, and use it in daily tasks. It is an essential part of our daily lives, but how well do you know your water and how clean it is? The water sources in our homes can be filled with contaminants from lead and calcium to bacteria and viruses, and even radon. However, with the proper filtration systems, Kinetico’s water filtration solutions, you can ensure that the water flowing in your home is clean and worry-free.

On this podcast episode, Mike Holmes is joined by water experts Dan Lake from Elgin Pure Waters and Michael Crepeault from Kinetico Waters, as they dig deep into the issues that can be found in your water, what signs to watch for to know your water is unsafe to use, testing your water, and finding the right filtration system for your home. Whether you rely on municipal water or well water, this episode will cover what you need to know to improve the quality of water in your home.

Listen to the full episode to learn more about everything you need to know about improving your water quality and the importance of water filtration systems.

Thinking of adding a backyard pool but don’t know where to start? Worried about the time and money it will take to get a pool installed? Or the maintenance? You don’t have to worry anymore because with Leisure Pools installation can be as fast as 2 days, with best-in-class material to last generation after generation. Plus, learn about how their pools can be used all year long, even during the cold winter months.

On this podcast episode, Mike Holmes speaks with special guest Heather Laing, Sales Representative from Leisure Pools as they cover everything you need to know about getting a pool installed at home. From materials and styles, to the installation process, and maintenance, you will  have everything you need to get started no matter the size of your backyard.

Listen to the full episode to learn more about everything you need to know about fiberglass pools and getting a pool installed in your home.

Kitchens and bathrooms are the heart of our homes. We spend so much time in them, that it is important to find the right materials that are functional, facilitate the workflow process, and contribute to a healthy lifestyle. From beer faucets to their clean home product series, Kraus does just that, with their innovative sinks and faucets that are high quality, functional, and affordable.

In this podcast episode, Mike Holmes speaks with special guests Todd Alexander and Michael Rodriguez from Kraus USA as they discuss the future of sinks and faucets and how design can help improve not only efficiency but also our health. They also talk about the importance of good kitchen and bathroom design, and how to plan it right and build it right —you’ll leave this episode thinking about your next kitchen and bathroom remodel.

Listen to the full episode to learn more about new innovations in kitchen sinks and fixtures, and picking the right materials for your home.

From the air we breathe, to the water we drink, and even the lighting in our homes, these are all factors that contribute to our overall health. With COVID-19 affecting our daily lives, it has become more important than ever to make sure we take the right steps to build healthier homes that boost our immunity, health, and lives.

On this podcast episode, Mike Holmes speaks with special guest Andrew Guido, Building Biologist to uncover what constitutes a healthy home and the steps you can take towards creating a healthy living environment for you and your family. They discuss everything from improving the air quality, to testing for radon and taking the proper steps to mitigate it, making sure you have the right level of moisture to avoid mold growth, and more.

Listen to the full episode to learn more about building a healthy home.