Home with Dean Sharp
Nobody knows your home like The House Whisperer. From architecture and construction to decor and DIY, Dean Sharp—custom home designer and builder—shows you how to transform your ordinary house into an extraordinary home. Listen live, Saturdays 6-8am PST and Sundays 9-12pm PST.
Episodes
January 19, 2025 • 34 mins
Dean continues with part two in fire hardening your home as the highest risk of natural disasters in Southern California is fire and not earthquakes. Dean provides an update on the Palisades and Eaton fire containment. Dean dives right into the various myths on fire protection surrounding your homes and how to do it reasonably and affectively. He shares that the biggest mistake made by civilians is trying to save their properties w...
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January 19, 2025 • 42 mins
Dean says that the most dangerous thing of fire are embers as 90% of homes ignite because of the embers and not the fires on the Fireline. California building codes get updated every three years and there will be one this year that will reflect in 2026. Dean talks about Class A fire rating walls in your property and everything about it. Dean talks about how standard doors and glass doors are not an issue when it comes to safety dur...
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January 18, 2025 • 30 mins
Dean talks about his card game with friends last night and separates fact and fiction of fire hardening your home. He re-explains the simplest way how fire interacts with home + who and how to do so. Dean provides the latest on the Palisades and Eaton wildfires in phases. Starting with phase one; removing things, phase two debris removal, and phase three is testing trees and soil for contamination... even undamaged homes.need to go...
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January 18, 2025 • 31 mins
Dean previews more of what’s to come on fire hardening your property as he separates facts from fiction. Dean provides a caller advice on how to build a chicken coop, explains KFI radio’s origin and how to fix an outdoor fireplace that doesn’t create enough heat. Dean recaps what he touched on when it comes to facts and fiction on fire hardening your home.
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January 12, 2025 • 39 mins
Dean continues to take calls, Dean chats about water curtains and how effective they are during a wildfire. Dean gives you a step-by-step breakdown on what to do after a natural disasters, about infrastructures dealing with heat, power outages and how to approach it.
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January 12, 2025 • 38 mins
Dean has his friend John White, a retired boulder driver with Cal Fire during wildfires. - he talks about ways to save your home. Dean recaps fireproofing your home with ember proof vents or simply removing them completely, fire rated windows or films, fire gel, defensible space.
Lastly, Dean answers caller's calls regarding fireproof roofs, fire gel and how effective they are.
Lastly, Dean answers caller's calls regarding fireproof roofs, fire gel and how effective they are.
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January 12, 2025 • 31 mins
Dean continues to discuss the wildfires in a part two session and what should be your next steps for anyone affected. Dean shares tips on how to rebuild after a natural disaster. He also covers ways to prevent embers from entering your home and fire rated glass for that extra protection. Dean continues to talk about ember proof vents, remodeling for the future and some ultimate long-term solutions.
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January 11, 2025 • 28 mins
Dean talks about the wildfires burning throughout Southern California and how to contribute to a broader conversation. Dean continues to discuss the deadly wildfires from his unique perspective and what to do after a natural disaster. He also provides the latest on all fires blazing throughout Southern California. Lastly, Dean talks about FEMA and to report for assistance with their helpful loans after a natural disaster and what t...
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January 11, 2025 • 31 mins
Dean talks more about FEMA and the impotance of calling your insurance company immediately to file a claim when dealing with a natural disaster. Dean explains payments from insurance companies and how to start a claim. He also discusses about fire windows and the differences between them and regular windows. Dean talks to a civil engineer that shares how residential water systems work during fires. Dean preview's part two of the sh...
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January 5, 2025 • 32 mins
Dean continues with part two on his reactive basic tool set for homeowners when something breaks, gets loose, or squeaks. Dean says to grab yourself some pliers into your reactive tool kit and explains the general rule on them. Dean finds channel locking pliers as a great add-on to the kit, the difference of wrenches.Plus, Dean recaps the essential tools that one may need for any case scenario when it comes to fixing things around ...
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January 5, 2025 • 38 mins
Dean advices a caller about installing a GFCI outlet around their home.
Dean provides a list of tool brands that are made in the U.S. and what could cause the pressure to weaken out of a faucet. Dean says to get a tape measure that will last you by getting a 25-footer.
Dean loves a handy laser level and when to use it. He also, dives about the different tapes: electrical, 3M scotch, and more!
Dean provides a list of tool brands that are made in the U.S. and what could cause the pressure to weaken out of a faucet. Dean says to get a tape measure that will last you by getting a 25-footer.
Dean loves a handy laser level and when to use it. He also, dives about the different tapes: electrical, 3M scotch, and more!
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January 5, 2025 • 26 mins
Dean helps a caller dealing with cracks on their ceramic tile countertops and how to fix the issue.
Dean helps a caller with their water temperature issues, and another with its water heater power that keeps going out.
Dean helps a caller with their water temperature issues, and another with its water heater power that keeps going out.
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January 4, 2025 • 28 mins
Dean talks about essential homeowner tool kit to help you with fixing your home.
Dean also breaks down the 5-gallon bucket organizer and the reason why it’s a must in collection of tools. He also dives into all variations of hammers and which type of hammer is important to own.
Lastly, Dean talks about the type of hammers that are essential to the homeowner kit.
Dean also breaks down the 5-gallon bucket organizer and the reason why it’s a must in collection of tools. He also dives into all variations of hammers and which type of hammer is important to own.
Lastly, Dean talks about the type of hammers that are essential to the homeowner kit.
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January 4, 2025 • 31 mins
Dean explains reactive tool, and important to have in case something bad comes up along your home. Dean advices a caller about a leak and re-piping. Dean talks about the size of screws to use when roof sheathing. He talks accessories to have in your essential tool kit such as a hammer, a flat pry bar, wood chisel blades, and explains the “cat's claw”.
Lastly, Dean says to have multi-tip screw drivers and wrenches. Dean recaps his l...
Lastly, Dean says to have multi-tip screw drivers and wrenches. Dean recaps his l...
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December 29, 2024 • 33 mins
Dean does a search on the web for predictions and trends for the new year. He also goes through his what is hot and what is not this year when it comes to home decor and stuff.
Dean breaks down featured ceilings and why it's a popular trend for 2025. Plus, covers sustainable design trends into 2025.
Dean breaks down featured ceilings and why it's a popular trend for 2025. Plus, covers sustainable design trends into 2025.
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December 29, 2024 • 36 mins
Dean provides information on choosing kitchen counter tops that would handle harsh chemicals.
Dean says not to over-use self-cleaning oven feature as it could wear out the item. He also share's the importance of using every room in your home and more trends for 2025. Lastly, Dean is covering lights in fixtures trend predictions.
Dean says not to over-use self-cleaning oven feature as it could wear out the item. He also share's the importance of using every room in your home and more trends for 2025. Lastly, Dean is covering lights in fixtures trend predictions.
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December 29, 2024 • 39 mins
Dean advices a caller dealing with a door that gets stuck and how to fix the issue.
Dean provides details on the type of installation one should use for an outdoor shed and finishing a tub and what type of paint to use in a shower. Dean talks about a growing trend with flooring with Herringbone. Dean explains color drenching and the do’s and don'ts.
Dean provides details on the type of installation one should use for an outdoor shed and finishing a tub and what type of paint to use in a shower. Dean talks about a growing trend with flooring with Herringbone. Dean explains color drenching and the do’s and don'ts.
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December 28, 2024 • 34 mins
On this episode of Home with Dean Sharp, Dean takes listener calls to tackle your burning questions! Should you go solar now or wait? Why redoing your roof might make now the perfect time. Plus, practical tips for dealing with mold, diagnosing plumbing issues before grabbing tools, and using hydro jetting wisely. Dean also shares his thoughts on why maximalism—the cluttered opposite of minimalism—is a trend to avoid. Let’s keep tim...
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December 28, 2024 • 32 mins
On this episode of Home with Dean Sharp, Dean dives into the trends and predictions homeowners should avoid next year and why your home should stay true to your unique story. From steering clear of overly polished, magazine-perfect looks to embracing organic shapes and the growing wave of Biophilic Design, Dean unpacks how to create a space that feels authentically yours. Plus, why "design influencers" say triangles are out, nature...
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December 22, 2024 • 29 mins
In the first hour of All Calls Weekend, Dean Sharp hands the reins to his listeners, letting their questions and challenges shape the show. Joined by his better half, Dean dives into a variety of home improvement topics. He explores the complexities of raising and vaulting ceilings, including practical principles, insulation options, and the transformative impact on a space. The hour wraps with a critical reminder about calling Dig...
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