Home with Dean Sharp KFI AM 640 (KFI-AM)

Dean talks about the Post fire near Gorman burns more than 11,000 acres, prompts hundreds of evacuations and the new kind of attic that is predicted to be inside residential homes in the 21st century. Dean starts to explain the new attic that has finally arrived in California! It's the unvented conditioned attic. Dean breaks down the basics of an unvented conditioned attics- sealed up tight, no vents or installation on floor but the slope of the attic. Plus, Dean adviced a caller about adding another matting layer (about 6 inches) in their attic while keeping the room cool. 

Dean helps a caller about exterior window shutters that are uneven but functional. Dean suggests a type of window film to cut the UV exposure for caller. Dean explains the continuing envelope of the house with standard installations or open/close cell spray-on. Dean shares that unvented attics help with energy savings. 

Dean advices a caller about installing an above ground pool, and the recommendations for a sand liner from the manufacturer. Dean tells a caller that he needs to inform the lighting inspector what they want and to have a sit-down conversation to have a clear reflective ceiling plan. Dean provides recommendations on a good skylight window for a decent priced one. 
 Dean says the benefits of closed- vent attics prevent embers, bugs and or rodents from getting into attic. Plus, Dean share’s a story about his father on Father’s Day.

Today, Dean steps towards electrification around the home. Dean shares that over the weekend he paid a visit to UCLA Medical Center for an injury on his foot.  Dean talks about electric induction cook tops. Plus, he chats about ways to live in a smog free environment. 

Dean shares about a trade of with an off in-direct water heater system, combination broiler (radiant cooling system). Dean talks to a caller about tankless electrical water heaters, how much electricity is used and how it's still cost efficient! Dean talks about gas heaters and how the future of heaters will be electric. Also, natural course will automatically be electric once older electrical panels die out.  Dean continues to talk about electrification and its regulations. Lastly, Dean says Bye-Bye to gas powered cool heaters, and natural gas usage in Southern California.

In the first hour, Dean dives into the second part of his series on essential remodel insights that you won't hear often. If you missed part one, start there! He revisits a key point: don't take "no" from your builder or contractor. Most projects can be done, though they might be tough or cost more—don't let anyone tell you it can't be done.

Dean shares practical tips for your remodel, focusing on the little things that can make a big difference. There are two areas that wow people: major structural changes that get the flow and bones of the house right, and the fine details that showcase superb craftsmanship. Simple updates like swapping out A/C registers and vent covers can have a big impact.

He goes on to talk about those often-overlooked details like cabinet pulls and hinges, explaining how investing in these small elements can elevate your remodel. The hour wraps up with a caller asking about air sealing an attic, and Dean provides DIY advice to tackle it effectively.