Welcome to the Homefront Radio Show
Each week, listeners across the country tune into Homefront for useful advice about their homes. The syndicated call-in radio show is hosted by veteran remodeling contractor Danny Lipford, who is also known for his television appearances as host of Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford® and home expert for The Weather Channel.
On every show you'll hear Danny, along with Co-Host Allen Lyle, answer questions from listeners about a variety of home topics, and dispense useful tips and information. And you never know what special guest will drop by to share the microphone, a laugh or two, and some home insights as well.
Homefront is informative and entertaining fare for home enthusiasts nationwide.
How to Grow Zinnias in Your Garden
Featured, Flowers, Homefront, Homefront Featured, Lawn and Garden by Julie Day
If you’re looking for low-maintenance, easy color that will knock your socks off all summer long, then make sure you’ve planted some zinnias in your yard! These flowers are among the easiest to grow, and the blossoms just won’t quit. Read on to find out what you need to know to grow zinnias in your garden. Read in full.
Summer Lawn Care Guide
Featured, Homefront, Homefront Featured, Lawn Care, Lawn and Garden by Julie Day
If spring lawn care is about getting your lawn healthy and green, summer lawn care is about KEEPING it healthy while temperatures soar and rainfall becomes a fleeting memory. It’s also about maintaining a lawn that can withstand all the barbecues, games, parties, and running feet that summer has to offer. Here are some tips for keeping your lawn in shape over those long, hot days of summer. Read in full.
Fire Safety Tips for Your Kitchen
Homefront, Homefront Featured, Kitchens and Baths, Safety and Security, Video by Danny Lipford
Most home fires start in the kitchen and are caused by cooking on a stove. To keep your kitchen and home safe from fire, it’s important to have both smoke alarms and fire extinguishers. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.
Eco-Friendly Cotton and Soybean Insulation for Your Home
Green Home, Homefront, Homefront Featured, Insulation, Video by Danny Lipford
Eco-friendly or green materials are products that are nontoxic, use less energy and fewer resources, are made from recycled materials or are easily recyclable. While all insulation is eco-friendly to some extent, since it saves energy, cotton and soybean based insulation are even greener products, since they’re manufactured from natural materials. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.
The Importance of Installing Cement Backer Board on a Wood Subfloor
Flooring, Homefront, Homefront Featured, Repairs and Installation, Video by Danny Lipford
Ceramic tile makes a durable flooring material that resists moisture and heavy traffic if it’s installed properly. Before installing ceramic tile on a plywood subfloor, it’s important to put down a layer of cement backer board first. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.
