Home with Dean Sharp

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Today’s first caller has a downspout that goes into the cement. During heavy rain, it took three days to drain, so he’s wondering about the best way to seal the stucco, so it doesn’t get waterlogged. The next caller's toilet is weak and doesn’t flush properly, what can she do? It’s her third toilet, and it might be a plumbing issue, so let’s get Dean on the tank case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another listener was wondering if it’s wise to use a medallion on an exhaust heater and light combo in his bathroom rather than installing drywall. The next caller got hit with a $29,000 assessment from her HOA to have her 3x8 balcony resurfaced due to deteriorated wood and potential dry rot. What is the best material to use in this situation? And why is the assessment so high? To be compliant with California building codes, do you need to install a coldwater electrical groundwire? Today’s last caller had questions regarding his kitchen remodel countertop – namely, what’s best for the countertop: quartzite, quartz, granite, etc.? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean kicks off the holiday season in style, broadcasting live in front of an energetic studio audience from the iHeartMedia Lounge! Special guest Brian Gold, Vice President of the iconic Aldik Home, joins Dean to talk everything festive: the hottest trends in holiday décor, how to make your home feel warm and luxurious without breaking the bank, and why this year is all about rich textures, bold ornaments, and bringing the magic indoors. Think Ralph Lauren, or as Dean likes to call it, adulting Christmas. Plus, meet Rosie from Aldik Home – she’s decorating a stunning 7-foot designer Christmas tree LIVE on stage throughout the entire three-hour show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean reveals his famous 80-20 rule for holiday decorating: 80% of the wow comes from just 20% of the zhoosh – learn exactly where to spend your time and money for maximum impact. Then it’s a mindset shift: Stop decorating only the front of the house for the neighbors and start turning the back of your home (the part YOU see every day) into your personal winter wonderland. Dean and Brian debate garlands vs. wreaths, real vs. artificial, and how to make the holidays feel more about YOU and your family than impressing the guests. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The tree is now fully decked out in real time by Rosie (and it’s gorgeous!). Dean and Brian take your calls on everything from mantel styling to outdoor lighting disasters. Dean shares his pro tips for ribbon techniques, ornament placement, and why you should always decorate from the inside-out. The excitement peaks when Dean draws the winning raffle ticket – one lucky audience member walks away with the spectacular, fully-decorated Aldik Home Christmas tree (valued at over $2,000) to take home today! A festive, fun, and informative holiday kick-off you had to hear to believe – only on The House Whisperer with Dean Sharp, live on KFI AM 640! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean and Tina do love themselves a Christmas parade. And Rick Caruso’s party is a real doozy, even if the twosome is merely part of the festive atmosphere! Today’s first caller has an electrical panel that's nearly 50 years old. Is it time to replace it? Following water damage to the drywall and carpet of her home, the next caller is having an issue with mold remediation. Should she trust the company that wants to charge her $8000 for treating two rooms? Dean says something must be done, because living with potentially toxic mold spores in your space is potentially life-threatening. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour of Home with Dean Sharp, a listener wanted to know about the California energy rules regarding solar paneling for an ADU. The next caller’s home was damaged in the January Altadena wildfires, and her wood fencing was burned. She wants to know about the safest and most economical way to rebuild without upsetting her three surrounding neighbors. Another caller discovered termite droppings in his attic and is wondering how concerned he should be about that. Our last caller has some paint quality questions regarding redoing the exterior of his Arizona home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome home! Fall has arrived in Southern California, with heavy rains heralding the change of seasons. Today’s first caller is wondering why he needs to get a building permit for his garage on his house, which is more than 60 years old. He makes a valid point: His garage is older than the city, so why is the city council being so obstructive?! The next caller has a concrete conundrum: Should he grind and smooth out the cracks of his patio, or have it fully replaced? To reroof, or not to reroof? Following a roof revision more than 30 years ago, a caller’s cave cover is now leaking, and she wants Dean to talk to her about layering asphalt shingles or any other cost-effective repair options she may have. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour of Home with Dean Sharp, a listener is stressed about a rat problem he doesn’t know how to solve and wants Dean’s expert advice. Who is brave enough to venture up into this man’s crawl space? When it comes to replacing a bathtub and adding solid panels to the surrounding walls, what does Dean recommend when it comes to an aesthetic bathroom remodel? Uh-oh! A caller’s water heater is rattling, buzzing and humming, and she’s afraid it may burst or blow up! Is it safe? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We do not light rooms, we light things. Dean talks about setting the mood with sexy lighting for your home during the festive season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean is on the case regarding major appliance updates for 2025 to make your kitchen a culinary experience! Plus, the best home theater experience and games for guests during the festive season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We do not light rooms, we light things. Dean talks about setting the mood with sexy lighting for your home during the festive season See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean Sharp takes all your calls every Saturday at 6a on KFI AM640! Dean gives tips on fixing up older homes, and repairing kitchen floors in 50-year old homes.

Dean answers all!!! Every Saturday morning @ 6a on KFI AM640! Dean gives landscaping advice for homes in Mediteranean climates, and how to keep your storybook home up-to-date.

ean is talking today about how to NOT live in a haunted home. Ghost hunters, this one’s for you! Dean’s “kid sister” Darcy, a scholar at Cal State University and a tour guide for Haunted OC, is in studio to talk about all things paranormal. She’ll be joining the lucky winners as the tour guide of the possibly haunted Kellogg House! Dean talks about how best to treat old, squeaky hardwood floors. In the 1920s, what percentage of American homes had indoor plumbing?

A caller is concerned about how the Trump tariffs will impact the price of cabinets he wishes to purchase from Canada. Plus, his new cooktop and microwave are too large for the kitchen, so he’s wondering how best to exchange them when they were purchased on sale. Dean suggested it’s only getting worse, since Canada ran those Ronald Reagan attack ads! Another caller wanted to know about which type of front door is best in hot-weather conditions. Should she go with steel, aluminum, wood, fiberglass — or something else?

Dean is talking today about how to NOT live in a haunted home.

It's an all-calls episode of Home With Dean Sharp! A caller was asking about what to do about his home’s hard scape. Y’see, he’s just resurfaced his outdoor pool, and now he has all this leftover concrete and timber to play around with. Next, a caller was wondering about how best to take care of the hardwood entry floor in her home, which needs some TLC.