Holmes on Homes Podcast

With less than a week until Christmas, I’m seeing holiday decor everywhere—it’s so great to feel the festive spirit! But I also want to remind everyone to decorate safely. This is the time of year when electrical fires are more common, and we can all take steps to prevent them. That’s why I spoke with my friends at Home and Safety: Electrical Safety Authority to share some easy safety tips to keep your home protected while you celebrate. Let’s Make It Right this holiday season 👍

I'm seeing this trend lately of people buying everything online —from decorations to gifts to even EV Chargers. But not every product you find online is safe to use in your home. That’s why I always say: check for certification marks! These marks mean the product has been tested and approved for safety. But there are also a few red flags to watch out for.I spoke with the experts from the Electrical Safety Authority and here's what you need to know 👍 Listen to the full episode for more tips!

The holidays are almost here —don’t let electrical hazards ruin your season. Uncertified products, overloaded circuits, and DIY mistakes can lead to deadly fires and shocks. In the latest Holmes on Homes podcast, Mike Holmes joined by Emily Larose and Diana Madill, experts from the ⁠⁠Electrical Safety Authority⁠⁠, expose the hidden dangers of electrical products and share life-saving tips you need to know before you plug anything in this holiday season. Here’s a sneak peek: 👉 What to look for when buying electrical products (yes, even online) 👉 Never use indoor products outdoors —here’s why 👉 The shocking story of how of how a kids’ lamp almost started an electrical fire 👉 DIY or hire a pro? This episode is packed with expert advice on how to ensure the products you use are safe, protecting your home from potential electrical hazards all year round. For more behind-the-scenes content head to Makeitright.ca/holmes-on-homes-podcast-season4-episode4-electrical-product-safety/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen to more episodes of the Holmes On Homes Podcast on all major streaming platforms including Spotify ⁠⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/442nUjX⁠⁠⁠ and Apple Podcasts ⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/44kMi0E⁠⁠⁠

Is your home feeling a little too stuffy? The truth is, fresh air is vital for a healthy home, and many people don’t realize how easy it is to improve their indoor air quality. In this episode, we’re exploring the powerful benefits of Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) and Heat Recovery Ventilators (HRVs) for your living space. In part 2, of this 2-part series I chat with Panasonic Indoor Air Quality experts about the differences between ERVs and HRVs, how they work, and why they’re crucial for managing moisture while bringing fresh air into your living space. We'll also explore their newest spot ERV, the WhisperComfort 60, which I’ve installed in my sunroom, and I think it's brilliant! For more behind-the-scenes content, head to Makeitright.ca/podcast-season-4-episode-3-part-2-is-your-home-feeling-stuffy-solution/ Listen to more episodes of the Holmes On Homes Podcast on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify https://spoti.fi/442nUjX and Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/44kMi0E.