Under the Roof with Randy Barfield
Randy Barfield has been a home inspector in Austin, Texas for more than 16 years. In that time, he's seen a lot of things and loves learning about homes. During this podcast, we'll talk about home inspection, home building, and everything from the ground up to the roof down. Join us monthly as we talk with special guests about the hot Austin real estate market and all things home.
Episodes
52 episodes
The Holiday Narwhal
With Thanksgiving next week, you know what that means....holiday season, drumroll, please!Randy and the gang meet up in Georgetown to discuss the intensity and variety of holiday decorations, and zero in on Randy's hunt for the perfect ...
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Does the Ghost Convey?
Trick or Treat! On this spooky Halloween episode, Randy, Ashley and Mary sit down to chat about Fall fashion in Texas, couture riding boots, and home inspection tools. The team dishes up the laughs as Randy shares encounters with wildlife on th...
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Dog Day Dreamin'
Freshly rejuvenated from vacation in Willamette Valley, Randy welcomes Ashley and Mary into the studio to share everything he knows about pinot noir! The team laments the lingering Texas heat, discusses water shortages in the area, how to maint...
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The Rhythm of Real Estate feat. Will Dupuy
In the live music capital of the world, you don't have to look hard to find talented musicians. Finding a native Austinite who grew up learning to sing from his mother (a Grammy-nominated opera singer!), plays upright bass with the South Austin...
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53:52
Welcome to the Heat Dome
Happy birthday, America! Randy, Ashley and Mary gather round in anticipation of Independence Day 2024 to discuss all things home maintenance and inspection in Central Texas this summer. At the top of the list: integrated pest management!
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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50:43
It's Not Rocket Science
On this Memorial Day weekend kickoff, Randy and Mary welcome Steve Lyon, Principal of Service, Repairs and Maintenance at Tri-County Pools. Steve and Randy discuss the ins and outs of pool design ...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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51:21
Friends in Home Spaces
Tara and Craig McGuire of the McGuire Team at Bramlett Residential join Randy and Ashley in the podcast studio to discuss all things real estate and home inspection in Austin this spring! From curb appeal dotted with whale tongue a...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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57:54
No Foolin' the Inspector
In honor of April Fools' Day, the team sits down to play a friendly game of stump the inspector. But while Randy Barfield has been called many things and held many jobs over a lifetime, one thing he certainly can't be called is a fool!
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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50:12
What's the Worst that Could Happen?
On a fun-filled, springtime episode, Randy, Ashley and Mary sit down to discuss the home maintenance your home truly needs this season and the possible ramifications of not servicing critical components like your HVAC. The team reviews...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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42:15
For the Love of a Home
Love is in the air because...you guessed it! It's Valentine's Day!While we love a good Hallmark holiday, one day out of the year isn't enough to maintain a healthy relationship. Like any good, long-term commitment, your home needs const...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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25:20
Randy's Very Merry Gift Guide
Well folks, it’s the holiday season, and you know what that means – it’s time for last minute shoppers to unite over a lifelong habit of waiting until the 11th hour to find that perfect gift. Join Randy, Ashley and Mary (along with two very spe...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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42:11
Holiday Season Drumroll, Please!
With Thanksgiving tomorrow, you know what that means....holiday season, drumroll, please!Randy and the gang rather 'round the holiday table to discuss a feast of holiday decorating tips and tricks to make your home look fabulous and kee...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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29:57
I'm No Cricket Chef!
Fall is finally in the air and rain has returned to Texas at last!With more comfortable conditions upon us, Ashley, Randy and Mary sit down to discuss the harbingers of Fall - Longhorn football, cricket infestations, and the age-old deb...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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43:45
If You Can't Mow It, Paint It!
This week, Randy and Ashley take refuge indoors to get out of the brutal and relentless Texas heat. The two dive into the effect of a full summer without rain and in the triple digits on homes, lawns, and foundations. Ashley inquires about the ...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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48:18
Percolate on This!
This week, Randy and Mary brave the heat to discuss home irrigation and cooling. With a record number of days over 105 degrees in Austin, the team gets real about air conditioners' capacity to overcome the temperature delta and how you can impr...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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45:39
The Heat is ON!
This week, the team sits down to prepare for the reality that Texas summer is finally here! We kickoff with an in-depth discussion of home HVAC repair and maintenance, the function of supply and return vents, and those tricky areas in the house...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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47:38
Comb Your Muhly Grass: The Official Summer Kickoff!
In this Memorial Day episode, the team celebrates the unofficial kickoff to the summer season with Randy's host-with-the-most entertaining tips, and a reminder as to why everyone (especially in the hectic real estate biz) needs self-care in the...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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48:58
Spring Cleaning
One activity we can't get enough of this month is spring cleaning! We always like to stay on top of preventative maintenance to help homes look (and feel!) their best. Tune in for Randy's top recommendations to care for and protect your home - ...
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38:05
The Groundhog is the Real Meteorologist
In honor of the week of love, the crew sits down to talk about how to love your home in the aftermath of a traumatic event. Cue the 2023 Ice Storm!Ashley shares an unforgettable corgi demographic, the team discusses the anatomy of Live ...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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30:18
New Year, New Home?
In the latest podcast episode of "Under the Roof with Randy Barfield," Randy, Ashley and Mary sit down to celebrate the New Year! The team discusses the pros and cons of resolutions, what we want to accomplish in 2023, and what every home owner...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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37:28
It's the Holiday Season
Randy, Ashley and Mary gather to reflect on the 2022 Austin real estate market, discuss holiday light safety and the Griswold effect, why cats should never help you decorate, the possibility of UFOs in Texas, and the etymology of promulgation. ...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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41:53
What's Next for ATX with Eric Bramlett
Randy welcomes long-time friend and broker/owner of Bramlett Residential Real Estate, Eric Bramlett. After chatting through their affinity for EV technology and enhanced range enabling treks across Texas, they discuss changes in Austin real est...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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42:31
A Brief History of U.S. Home Building & Inspection
Living in 2022, we are accustomed to the modern convenience of homes being safe, dry, and stable (thanks in part to great home inspections!). But that hasn’t always been the case. Journey through time to explore American home design and structu...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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51:01
Halloween Home Horror Stories
When it comes to homes, Randy has seen it all! That's what happens when you inspect homes for nearly 20 years. In our spooky season tribute, Randy sits down with Ashley and Mary to spill the pumpkin seeds about the scariest encounters h...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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39:55