Chat With The Experts - Home And Lifestyle Show

Want to liven up your home with eye-catching decor but don't want to shell out the big bucks? Kiel Hauck talks with Dinah Wulf of DIYInspired.com about how you can create beautiful decor for your home by re-using and re-purposing old items and treasures. Wulf also explains how you can involve your family as you create. Listen in!

As summer fades away and the busy fall season begins, it may be time to institute some new organization systems into your home. How can you help your kids become better organizers and how should you talk to a spouse or partner that may need a nudge toward better habits? Kiel Hauck talks with Sarah Giller Nelson of Less is More to get the answers. Listen in!

Home design star Jennifer Bertrand recently won the Angie's List Sleep Sanctuary Contest for a stellar bedroom makeover project. Jennifer talks about the project and how you can retool your bedroom for a better night's sleep. Listen in!

What's the difference between flipping a house and home rehab that helps revitalize a neighborhood? We get the answers with Karen E. Laine and Mina Starsiak, better known as Two Chicks and a Hammer and the stars of HGTV's Good Bones. Karen and Mina share their home improvement stories with Kiel Hauck and also give helpful DIY starter tips. Listen in!

Do you know which exterior surfaces of your home can be painted? Do you know the right type of paint to use? We've got the answers you need! On this Chat with the Experts podcast, Kiel Hauck talks with J.J. Darr of CertaPro Painters to get helpful information on exterior painting projects. Listen in!

Want to liven up your entryway and even increase your home's energy efficiency? A new front door could be just the trick. On this episode of Chat with the Experts, Kiel Hauck talks with Tommy Ingram about options when choosing a new front door and how storm doors can offer added benefits. Listen in!

Don't let outdated, drafty windows drag down your home's energy efficiency. On this Chat with the Experts podcast, Kiel Hauck talks with Chris Pasa of Mr. Window about how replacement windows can increase your home's efficiency and save you money over time. Pasa also explains the various material options available when choosing new windows. Listen in!

Siding offers more than just an aesthetic appeal to your home's exterior - it protects your home against the elements. On this episode of Chat with the Experts, Kiel Hauck talks with Steve McNary about how fiber cement siding outlasts and outperforms other siding materials like vinyl and wood. Listen in!

We often don't think about our home's plumbing until something goes wrong, but a little maintenance can save you a lot of hassle. On this Chat with the Experts, Kiel Hauck talks with Terry Illy about how to care for your sewer line and water heater, and also shares some cool smart technology upgrades that are available for the bathroom. Listen in!

Tired of hiding the spare key underneath the welcome mat? New smart lock options let you control the locks on your home from the palm of your hand, no matter where you are. Chris Aasen of Broad Ripple Lock Service shares tips for choosing a keyless lock and also shares about some of the common services a locksmith can provide you. Listen in!

Don't get left in the dark! On this episode of Chat with the Experts, Kiel Hauck talks with Sammie Bracken of Mr. Electric about how you can utilize landscape lighting to not only accent your home, but as an additional measure of home security. Bracken also explains how you can be energy efficient with your outdoor lighting setup. Listen in!

Summer is here! It's time to get out and enjoy, but don't forget about your home. On this episode of Chat with the Experts, we share helpful tips for your pool, your home's exterior, and even planning your family vacation. Listen in!

Is your home secure? With so many home security options, it can be hard to know which choice is best for you and your family. On this episode of the Chat with the Experts podcast, Kiel Hauck talks with Tom Lange about how the home security industry has evolved and how you can choose the home security system that's right for you. Listen in!

If it's time for your next home remodeling project, have you considered smart home technology? On this episode of Chat with the Experts, Kiel Hauck talks with Andy Lindus about how home automation and smart home products are changing the remodeling industry and how you can tie an entire room together with the right technology in place. Listen in!

Want to be able to control your home's temperature from the palm of your hand? New smart thermostat and home automation technology can help your home learn your habits and keep your home comfortable. Kiel Hauck talks with Chris Cunningham of Service Plus about the possibilities. Listen in!

Is your abode equipped to handle the next big game or movie night in style? Brad Edwards joins Kiel Hauck on this episode of the Chat with the Experts podcast to discuss how to tie your home theater system together. Edwards shares helpful tips for selecting a TV, sound system and more. He also shares exciting home automation options for your theater setup. Listen in!

Are you considering home automation for your home? There are a variety of ways that a home control system can make your life easier, from security to entertainment to air temperature. On this Chat with the Experts podcast, Kiel Hauck talks with Tim Watts about how to tie everything together, creating the smart home of your dreams. Listen in!

With warm weather in our sites, are your pets ready for the great outdoors? On this episode of Chat with the Experts, Kiel Hauck talks with Dr. Kurt Phillips about best practices when it comes to caring for your furry friends during the summer. Dr. Phillips explains common parasite preventions, how to walk your dog safely, and much more. Listen in!

With warmer weather comes pests, whether it be mosquitos in your backyard, termites under your home or ants invading your kitchen. What can you do to stop it? On this episode of Chat with the Experts, Kiel Hauck talks with Daniel Packard of Scat Pest Control about common tips to keep pests away and how to hire a pest control company if the need arises. Listen in!

Is it time to replace your garage door? The options don't have to be boring! Now more than ever, there are an array of different color and style options to turn your garage door from drab to fab. Joining us on the podcast is Justin Evans of Clopay Building Products, who shares his insight on choosing the best garage door for your home and how it can impact your home's curb appeal and resale value. Listen in!