The Carolina Contractor Show

The Carolina Contractor Show

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The Carolina Contractor Show episodes

  • Anne of All Trades

    We had a fascinating guest this week....Anne of All Trades came on the show to talk about her life and her story.  Her take on disappearing life skills is worth the listen.  If you want to be encouraged, download this episode!

    The Carolina Contractor Show covers all things construction and DIY.  Our goal is to cover topics important for homeowners who want to be in the know.  The show is tailored around home maintenance, innovation, seasonal tips and several ways you can save money.  Our slogan is that “We help you get to know your house better”  Our listener submitted questions are answered each week by host and licensed General Contractor, Donnie Blanchard.

    As always, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and submit your questions to www.TheCarolinaContractor.com  

    www.SuretopRoofing.com
    www.DesignerShingle.com
    www.GAF.com
    www.VeluxUSA.com

    27 min
  • Bee Keeping 101 with Scott Oakley

    One of the most interesting homeowner hobby's out there is bee keeping!  Whether on a large or small scale, it is fascinating to have a thriving hive right there in your yard.  In this week's episode, Scott Oakley gives the rundown on what's involved and how to get started!

    The Carolina Contractor Show covers all things construction and DIY.  Our goal is to cover topics important for homeowners who want to be in the know.  The show is tailored around home maintenance, innovation, seasonal tips and several ways you can save money.  Our slogan is that “We help you get to know your house better”  Our listener submitted questions are answered each week by host and licensed General Contractor, Donnie Blanchard.

    As always, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and submit your questions to www.TheCarolinaContractor.com  

    www.SuretopRoofing.com
    www.DesignerShingle.com
    www.GAF.com
    Wwww.VeluxUSA.com

    28 min
  • How To Avoid the Summertime Blues at Your House
    In our follow up show to outdoor kitchen, we lead off with grill tips/hacks that you can put to use this summer!  We transition to the most important part of your house in the summer...your air condition!  We talk about how you can make sure your system is working properly as we ease into these hot summer months.  Also, warning signs to look for and the repercussions of not doing your due diligence.
    The second part of the show covers a common problem we all share in summer....pest control! We break down a series of natural preventatives and then the chemical approach.  We throw out some good ideas and situations for both.

    Our questions segment covers some good stuff...for example, why buzzards perch on roof ridges, advice on installing a smart thermostat and what to do about squirrels in your attic! 

    The Carolina Contractor Show covers all things construction and DIY.  Our goal is to cover topics important for homeowners who want to be in the know.  The show is tailored around home maintenance, innovation, seasonal tips and several ways you can save money.  Our slogan is that “We help you get to know your house better”  Our listener submitted questions are answered each week by host and licensed General Contractor, Donnie Blanchard.

    As always, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and submit your questions to www.TheCarolinaContractor.com  

    www.SuretopRoofing.com
    www.DesignerShingle.com
    www.GAF.com
    Wwww.VeluxUSA.com

    28 min
  • Roger Mooking: Outdoor Kitchens & Grilling

    Roger Mooking, host of "Man Fire Food" on the Cooking Channel dropped in for an episode that's perfect with summer right around the corner!  Roger talks outdoor kitchen setup...everything from function to preferred materials.  He also touches on his favorite dishes and the best way to cook your favorites!  You don't want to miss this!

    The Carolina Contractor Show covers all things construction and DIY.  Our goal is to cover topics important for homeowners who want to be in the know.  The show is tailored around home maintenance, innovation, seasonal tips and several ways you can save money.  Our slogan is that “We help you get to know your house better”  Our listener submitted questions are answered each week by host and licensed General Contractor, Donnie Blanchard.

    As always, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and submit your questions to www.TheCarolinaContractor.com  

    www.SuretopRoofing.com
    www.DesignerShingle.com
    www.GAF.com
    Wwww.VeluxUSA.com

    29 min
  • Straight from the Home Inspector!

    This week, we had, Mitch Kindley, one of the top home inspectors in the area, come on the show and talk about the inspection process, what to do before you call a home inspector, etc.  Very informative, especially if you're entertaining selling your home in the next year or so!

    The Carolina Contractor Show covers all things construction and DIY.  Our goal is to cover topics important for homeowners who want to be in the know.  The show is tailored around home maintenance, innovation, seasonal tips and several ways you can save money.  Our slogan is that “We help you get to know your house better”  Our listener submitted questions are answered each week by host and licensed General Contractor, Donnie Blanchard.

    As always, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and submit your questions to www.TheCarolinaContractor.com  

    www.SuretopRoofing.com
    www.DesignerShingle.com
    www.GAF.com
    Wwww.VeluxUSA.com

    28 min
  • The Copper Show: The Miracle Building Material

    When you realize that a pandemic can change our everyday life....the question is, how do we fight back?  This might be the most important show topic we’ve ever covered.  Listen in to see how changes you can make to your home or business can make a big difference!

    🟠Copper and it’s alloys, like brass and bronze, are likely to become the new standard in construction.  Any virus that comes in contact with these antimicrobial surfaces is killed within a few minutes...and the process is fascinating🤯  Check out our list of ways you can retrofit your house and more importantly, lower the chances of virus transmission between you and your tribe.  

    The Carolina Contractor Show covers all things construction and DIY.  Our goal is to cover topics important for homeowners who want to be in the know.  The show is tailored around home maintenance, innovation, seasonal tips and several ways you can save money.  Our slogan is that “We help you get to know your house better”  Our listener submitted questions are answered each week by host and licensed General Contractor, Donnie Blanchard.

    As always, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and submit your questions to www.TheCarolinaContractor.com  

    www.SuretopRoofing.com
    www.DesignerShingle.com
    www.GAF.com
    Wwww.VeluxUSA.com

    26 min
  • Top Google Searches for Construction & DIY (Part 2)

    Check out part 2 of the most searched words in our industry.   Lots of info on siding including the history on how Hardie has become the name in fiber cement.  We also talk new construction and renovation.

    Our questions segment has a few goodies, such as....Is a roofer required to have a general contractors license?    What are the differences in Eastern Red Cedar and Western Red Cedar?  What is the best way to repair a broken window pane?

    The Carolina Contractor Show covers all things construction.  We aim to highlight the latest technologies, products and building codes to keep homeowners or homebuyers up to speed with the current market.  Our listener submitted questions are answered each week by host and licensed general contractor, Donnie Blanchard.

    As always, don't forget to subscribe ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ to the podcast and submit your questions to www.TheCarolinaContractor.com 

    www.SuretopRoofing.com

    www.DesignerShingle.com

    www.GAF.com

    www.VeluxUSA.com

    29 min
  • Top Google Searches for Construction & DIY

    Tune in to hear about the top google searches for construction and DIY projects.  We give a quick rundown on what you need to know about each search word.  We only made it through half of our list, so check out next week's show for part 2.

    The Carolina Contractor Show covers all things construction.  We aim to highlight the latest technologies, products and building codes to keep homeowners or homebuyers up to speed with the current market.  Our listener submitted questions are answered each week by host and licensed general contractor, Donnie Blanchard.

    As always, don't forget to subscribe ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ to the podcast and submit your questions to www.TheCarolinaContractor.com 

    www.SuretopRoofing.com

    www.DesignerShingle.com

    www.GAF.com

    www.VeluxUSA.com

    29 min
  • Annual Spring Checklist for Your House

    Listen in to this week’s show on what you need to do around the house to make sure everything is up to par! 

    In our questions segment, we cover ways to get reclaimed wood for remodeling, how to get more pressure from your shower head, a sagging drywall problem and the rundown on having a kitchen sink disposal on a septic system.

    The Carolina Contractor Show covers all things construction.  We aim to highlight the latest technologies, products and building codes to keep homeowners or homebuyers up to speed with the current market.  Our listener submitted questions are answered each week by host and licensed general contractor, Donnie Blanchard.

    As always, don't forget to subscribe ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ to the podcast and submit your questions to www.TheCarolinaContractor.com 

    www.SuretopRoofing.com

    www.DesignerShingle.com

    www.GAF.com

    www.VeluxUSA.com

    27 min
  • How To File Your Tax Deductible Home Improvements w/ Tom Jones

    We've done a couple of shows recently about what tax deductible home improvements qualify for a deduction or credit.  We had a special guest host, Tom Jones, on this week to explain just how that works and also how to document everything properly.  Mr. Jones is a former IRS auditor and current tax professional.  He explains everything from tax credits to payments to the state on ITIN workers...you don't want to miss this one! 

    The Carolina Contractor Show covers all things construction and DIY.  Our goal is to cover topics important for homeowners who want to be in the know.  The show is tailored around home maintenance, innovation, seasonal tips and several ways you can save money.  Our slogan is that “We Help You Get to Know Your House Better.”  Our listener submitted questions are answered each week by host and licensed General Contractor, Donnie Blanchard.

    As always, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and submit your questions to www.TheCarolinaContractor.com  

    www.SuretopRoofing.com

    www.DesignerShingle.com

    www.GAF.com

    www.VeluxUSA.com

    29 min

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