James and Morris Carey, known as the Carey Brothers, are nationally recognized experts on home building and renovation. They share their combined 40 years of experience as award-winning, licensed contractors with millions nationwide through a weekly radio program and syndicated newspaper column, both titled "On The House." With wit, enthusiasm, and clarity, the Carey Brothers' Associated Press syndicated newspaper column and four-hour radio broadcast offer people money-saving tips on building, remodeling, and repairing homes. The column, with accompanying graphics, appears in dozens of newspapers across the country including
The Los Angeles Times, Cleveland Plain-Dealer, San Diego Union-Tribune, New Orleans Times-Picayune and
San Francisco Examiner. These third-generation contractors hold 12-year broadcast careers in radio and television. They deliver user-friendly, hands-on advice in their radio program, which is carried coast-to-coast weekly, via satellite, to a rapidly growing network of more than 170 stations. The program also is broadcast via live remote from home and building expos nationwide. The Careys presently appear as regulars on the Family Channel's Home and Family television program, hosted by Cristina Ferrare and Michael Burger, and have appeared as guests on national and local television programs, including Vicki and ABC-TV's Home Show and Caryl & Marilyn: Real Friends, among others.
Recognized for their efforts in answering immediate and constant structural concerns by the public in the hours and days following the devastating October 1989 earthquake, the Carey Brothers and KCBS in San Francisco received the George Foster Peabody Award, broadcasting's most prestigious honor, for their outstanding contributions towards "comprehensive, intelligent, and useful coverage." Morris and James continue to own and operate a successful home remodeling and construction firm, Carey Bros., and have been named to Remodeling magazine's Hall of Fame "Big 50," which recognizes top achievers in the industry and have been honored as one of the nation's top 500 companies by Qualified Remodeler magazine.
In addition to their syndicated column, they authored a how-to book, Cost-Effective Home Upgrades, published by Ortho Books, 1992. And Morris was a regular contributor to Remodeling Contractor and The Journal of Light Construction. They currently author a column for Home Magazine's Best Selling Home Plans.
The brothers are ardent supporters of Habitat for Humanity, both locally and nationally. They were the founding fathers of the first California chapter of the National Association of Remodeling Industry (NARI), with James serving as the chapter's first president. James resides with his family in Brentwood, California, where he is a former member of the City Planning Commission and Design Review Board. Morris lives in Pittsburg, California, where he formerly produced a locally televised broadcast of Pittsburg City Council meetings for students, seniors, and shut-ins.
For relaxation, the brothers enjoy golfing -- describing themselves as "true hackers." Admitted "homebodies," Morris and James are forever remodeling their own homes. "It gives us something to do in our spare time," quips Morris. James enjoys family camping, while Morris delights in working in the garden with his wife, and loves being a grandfather.
Homeowners can receive answers to their specific home renovation and repair questions by calling the Carey Brothers toll-free number, 1-800-REPAIR-IT (737-2474), during their radio program, Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern Standard Time; via e-mail at careybro@onthehouse.; James and Morris Carey, known as the Carey Brothers, are nationally recognized experts on home building and renovation. They share their combined 40 years of experience as award-winning, licensed contractors with millions nationwide through a weekly radio program and syndicated newspaper column, both titled "On The House." With wit, enthusiasm, and clarity, the Carey Brothers' Associated Press syndicated newspaper column and four-hour radio broadcast offer people money-saving tips on building, remodeling, and repairing homes. The column, with accompanying graphics, appears in dozens of newspapers across the country including The Los Angeles Times, Cleveland Plain-Dealer, San Diego Union-Tribune, New Orleans Times-Picayune and San Francisco Examiner.
These third-generation contractors hold 12-year broadcast careers in radio and television. They deliver user-friendly, hands-on advice in their radio program, which is carried coast-to-coast weekly, via satellite, to a rapidly growing network of more than 170 stations. The program also is broadcast via live remote from home and building expos nationwide. The Careys presently appear as regulars on the Family Channel's Home and Family television program, hosted by Cristina Ferrare and Michael Burger, and have appeared as guests on national and local television programs, including Vicki and ABC-TV's Home Show and Caryl & Marilyn: Real Friends, among others.
Recognized for their efforts in answering immediate and constant structural concerns by the public in the hours and days following the devastating October 1989 earthquake, the Carey Brothers and KCBS in San Francisco received the George Foster Peabody Award, broadcasting's most prestigious honor, for their outstanding contributions towards "comprehensive, intelligent, and useful coverage." Morris and James continue to own and operate a successful home remodeling and construction firm, Carey Bros., and have been named to Remodeling magazine's Hall of Fame "Big 50," which recognizes top achievers in the industry and have been honored as one of the nation's top 500 companies by Qualified Remodeler magazine.
In addition to their syndicated column, they authored a how-to book, Cost-Effective Home Upgrades, published by Ortho Books, 1992. And Morris was a regular contributor to Remodeling Contractor and The Journal of Light Construction. They currently author a column for Home Magazine's Best Selling Home Plans.
The brothers are ardent supporters of Habitat for Humanity, both locally and nationally. They were the founding fathers of the first California chapter of the National Association of Remodeling Industry (NARI), with James serving as the chapter's first president. James resides with his family in Brentwood, California, where he is a former member of the City Planning Commission and Design Review Board. Morris lives in Pittsburg, California, where he formerly produced a locally televised broadcast of Pittsburg City Council meetings for students, seniors, and shut-ins.
For relaxation, the brothers enjoy golfing -- describing themselves as "true hackers." Admitted "homebodies," Morris and James are forever remodeling their own homes. "It gives us something to do in our spare time," quips Morris. James enjoys family camping, while Morris delights in working in the garden with his wife, and loves being a grandfather.
Homeowners can receive answers to their specific home renovation and repair questions by calling the Carey Brothers toll-free number, 1-800-REPAIR-IT (737-2474), during their radio program, Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern Standard Time; via e-mail at careybro@onthehouse.
