The Confident Homeowner

As the pandemic became more prevalent, everyone started spending more time outdoors. Inviting people into the backyard became standard practice to ensure the safety of all parties involved. With this grew an appreciation for the concept of an outdoor oasis and creating a back (or front) yard space that was welcoming and vibrant. So, in this episode, Dino Giancanelli, the owner of DG Landworks and a landscape contractor veteran with 35 years of experience, will be joining the show to share his advice for anyone looking to maximize their outdoor space.

You can find show notes, resources, and more by visiting: https://bit.ly/3DUKld6 

How do you select the right materials for your fence? If you are to put a fence up in front of your house, are there any specific rules you need to follow? We will be answering these questions and more as JC Wilcox of Western Fence Incorporated joins the show to share everything you need to know regarding fencing.

You can find show notes, resources, and more by visiting: https://bit.ly/3nFYR2I 

Today we have two special guests: Gerald Malanga of LML Law Group, who predominantly represents homeowners, and Steven Lovett of the Law Office of Steven R. Lovett, who predominantly represents contractors. Both have experience on both sides of the fence, and they join the show to discuss the common mistakes homeowners make when hiring a contractor—and how to avoid these mistakes to protect yourself and your home.

LML Law Group: https://lmllaw.com 
The Law Office of Steven R. Lovett: https://www.lovettlawusa.com 

You can find show notes, resources, and more by visiting: https://bit.ly/30hTnll 

With many years of drought behind us (and potentially many more years to come), it is important for landscapers and homeowners to rethink what plants are being used in their residential landscapes. So how do we build drought tolerant landscapes—and is it possible to do so without ridding our gardens of the beauty of plants? Today Evan Meyer, Executive Director at Theodore Payne Foundation for Wild Flowers and Native Plants, will be joining the show to discuss how to create eco-friendly, wellness-enhancing, and visually pleasing landscapes for your home.

You can find show notes, resources, and more by visiting: https://bit.ly/3bV4H9D 

Gail Jamentz is a seasoned designer with 20 years of experience and the owner of Soul Interiors Design. Gail believes that architectural space has the potential to be a unique, curated environment that will help you experience a more expansive, healthy, and joyful life. Today she joins the show to share how to create a home that supports your mental well-being while also looking beautiful so that you can live your best life.

You can find show notes, resources, and more by visiting: https://bit.ly/3Ez2Ljt 

Dave Schuelke is the President of Twin Home Experts, a company he runs with his brother that is dedicated to providing fast, reliable service to homes and businesses in Los Angeles, CA, and Phoenix, AZ. Today Dave joins the show to discuss leak detection, covering everything from water penetration in the home to issues with the plumbing or sewage. Where the water pools is not necessarily where the water is coming in, so in this episode, he will be sharing his best advice for what to do if you are in this situation.

You can find show notes, resources, and more by visiting: https://bit.ly/3js8TCd 

Nidal Hamida has always enjoyed the combination of art and engineering, leading him to a career path in architecture. With an eye for detail, he followed his passions and is now the Founder of the firm Hamida Architects. Today, he will be joining the show to discuss how to identify if an architect is right for you and some of the common missteps to avoid when hiring someone for the job.

Listen in as Nidal explains what differentiates a good architect from a not-so-good architect, as well as how psychology ties into all of this. You will learn the right time to hire an architect over a contractor, what you should share with your architect before they start designing, and how to judge an architect.

You can find show notes, resources, and more by visiting: https://bit.ly/3FAR7WN 

Corrie Sommers is a Luxury Realtor® specializing in luxury homes, new construction, sellers, first-time home buyers, and mid-century modern homes. Committed to arming her clients with information about buying and selling, Corrie has a YouTube channel dedicated to empowering people to make the right choice. Today she joins the show to discuss the current landscape of the realtor industry, including whether we should relocate or invest in our homes during the uptick in property prices.

Listen in as Corrie explains the importance of truly understanding your home's value before making a decision on selling. You will learn when an appropriate time to downsize your home is, when you should modernize your home, and how to know if you can trust an agent or contractor. If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or renting your property, this is the episode for you.

You can find show notes, resources, and more by visiting: https://bit.ly/3BAvkfx 

Whether you’re a novice or a plastering pro, there are many ways for a plastering job to go wrong. However, with the right tools, techniques, and confidence, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t get the results you desire from the start. Our guest today is Pete from King Plastering Corp, an expert in this industry who will be sharing the dos and don’ts of plastering and stucco so you'll be prepared for any situation.

King Plastering Corporation is a boutique plastering business that offers quality craftsmanship, and they strive to deliver the ultimate experience for homeowners. In this episode, you will learn how to properly navigate curing times for plaster, the correct time to call in a professional, and how to prevent cracking in the most efficient way possible.

You can find show notes, resources, and more by visiting: https://bit.ly/2YsHxEt 

Home Inspections are important, but not just for buyers and sellers of homes as you may think. Our guests today, Paul and Michael from Elite Group Inspections Professionals, and they are here to show why having annual home inspections and maintenance work is highly recommended for homeowners. By doing so, you’ll retain the quality and value of your home from an unbiased source, and today you’ll learn the ins and outs about inspections from the true professionals!

Since 1984, Elite Group has been dedicated to educating homeowners about the importance of quality home inspection services. Their passion for excellence has made us the inspection agency of choice for many of the top brokers and real estate agents in California.