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Best Paint for a Concrete Patio
I live in Nebraska with extreme heat in the summer and cold in the winter. I have a cement patio that I would like to repaint I am looking for the best paint options and wondering if they make a outdoor epoxy finish. I did etch the cement before the first time I painted it …
Best Anti-Slip Sealer for Bathroom Tile Floor
We have well water which left our bathroom tile covered with rust stains. We did a deep cleaning of the floors and walls using Muriatic acid and are now looking for a sealer to prevent further rust buildup but need to find one that does not make the tiles slippery. Heard you mention a sealer …
Best Flooring for a Wet Basement Family Room
My house was built in 1962. Everything was fine until about 3 years ago. I discovered mold in my basement family room. I hired a company to clean up the mold. The carpet and padding were removed only to find that we had asbestos flooring that was also removed. I bought new flooring and then …
Return Air Vent Missing
We purchased a house about 10 years ago and since have found several significant problems. It was inspected as part of the purchase, and none of these issues were identified. One that I just noticed recently is that several rooms do not have return air vent ducts to the furnace. Some have registers that are …
Episode #2007: Preventing Summer Blackouts | DIY Stone Finishes for Worn Kitchen Countertops | Keep Kids Safe Around Electrical Outlets | Creating Beautiful Outdoor Rooms
With summer thunderstorms, blackouts are becoming more common – which is why now is a good time to think about adding a whole house generator. Tom & Leslie share the options plus, answers to your home improvement questions.
Episode #2006: How-to Set Up Your Pool for Safety | DIY Tips for New Blinds | Easy Projects to Increase Home Value
Summer is a risky time of year for pool drownings, Tom & Leslie have tips to keep kids safe plus ways to increase your home’s value, and how to measure window for new blinds.
Episode #2004: Right-Sized AC | Solutions for Smelly Water | How to Fly the Flag
In this episode… Are you ready to buy a bigger and better air conditioner to keep cool this summer? Well, you may be surprised to learn that bigger is not always better for your comfort. We’ll have tips on how to pick the best one for your home. Plus… Smelly water is a common complaint among homeowners, …
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Episode #2003 Best Backyard Deck Designs | Solving House Noises | Eco-Furniture from Reclaimed Lumber
In this episode, tips for planning a backyard deck design that’s perfect for your outdoor life. Plus, if house noises creep you out we ID the sources and solutions needed to put your mind at rest. Get tips on using reclaimed lumber for projects and answers to lots of your questions!
Episode #2002: Build Your Own Fire Pit | Planting a Pollinator Garden | AC Tune Ups | Healthy Lawns in Hot Summers
Get tips on how you can build your very own fire pit, build a poliator garden, tune up the AC and keep your lawn healthy in a hot summer.
• Want a garden that not only looks good, but also serves an important purpose? Bees, hummingbirds and butterflies are all pollinators and play a big role in plant reproduction. Tom & Leslie have tips on how you can create a pollinator garden to give these creatures a place to carry out their good work!
• Are you ready to fire up your AC to keep cool and comfortable this summer? Well, there are three things you should do FIRST to make sure your system is good to go for the warm season ahead.
• When summer heat sets in, your lawn may suffer. We have tips on how to keep lawns healthy through summer drought.
How to Clean Wood Siding
My wood siding was damaged the last time it was power washed, so I am hesitant to do this again. It will probably need some touch ups this year and a full paint job in the next couple years. It has mold and green mildew on it and I wondered if there is a product …
Episode #2001: Easy Garage Organization | How to Hang Pictures Without Holes | 5 Questions to Ask a Contractor Post COVID-19 | Avoiding Home Repair Re-dos
Are you ready to do one final cleanup of your garage before the summer kicks into full swing? Tom & Leslie share simple garage organization tips, plus how to get your AC ready for summer, hiring contractors post COVID-19 and the secret to hanging pictures without holes.
Episode #2000: 30 Minute Home Improvement Hacks | Best Doggy Doors | Kid Safe Window Treatments | Your Questions
This is a big episode for The Money Pit podcast. It’s show #2,000 and we can’t thank you enough for allowing us to help you make your home the best they can possibly be!!!
Episode #1999: Painting Plastic Playgrounds | Quick Fixes for Home Repairs | Cordless Chainsaw Reviews
Do you have an old, faded plastic playset in your backyard? In this episode, Tom & Leslie share the tricky process of painting plastic to bring it back to life. Pus tips on best all-in-one glue for quick fixes, review of a powerful cordless chainsaw, and how to build your own cedar closet.
How to Repair Screen Porches and Doors
If you are lucky enough to have a home with a screened-in porch, then you know these rooms can really take a beating when the wind whips up. Here’s how to repair them.
Easy Fix Ups for Outdoor Furniture
Spring is a season of readiness, keeping us busy with cleaning and organizing so that when summer finally arrives we can kick back and relax. Key to that summertime relaxation is a suite of sturdy, comfortable outdoor furnishings. Your furniture bears the brunt of late-summer and autumn storms and then gets stowed away for the …
How to Install Lattice Under a Deck
Get that deck ready for the enjoyable seasons ahead. Here’s how to add lattice to cover the area under a deck.
Episode #1998: How to Grow Herbal Medicines | Buzz on Backyard Honeybee Hives | Resurfacing Worn/Pitted Concrete
In this episode… Want to grow your own home remedies, right in your backyard? Well walk you through easy to grow herbs for surprisingly effective herbal medicines. Plus… Backyard honeybee hives are becoming a huge trend. We’ll tell you what all the buzz is about coming up. Over the winter – the combination of road …
Episode #1997: Why Quarantines Make Allergies Worse | Easy to Build Fire Pits | Tricks for Cleaning Shades
In this episode… Have you noticed that your allergies are particularly bad this year? Well it turns out that quarantines can actually make allergies worse! Learn why from one of the nation’s best experts on indoor air quality. Plus, learn some places allergens hide we guarantee you never would have thought of! Also in this episode: Want …
Episode #1996: How to Pick the Perfect Landscape Plants | Best Paint Sprayers | Fixing Plaster Cracks | Your Questions
In this episode… If you’ve been sprucing up your landscaping, avoiding high-maintenance plants that require constant pruning or suffer from pest problems is key. We’ve got tips on how to select a reliable, trouble free shrubs to spruce up your outdoor living spaces and your outlook! Plus, going green in your kitchen isn’t limited to veggies …
How To Install Bifold Closet Doors | Video
From small rooms to hallways, bi-fold doors are a great space saving solution for closets in tight areas. Installing them isn’t difficult. All you’ll need is a bi-fold door kit, some basic supplies and one or two hours.
How to Build Small Patio | Video
Patios are a great way to extend your living space outdoors. Made of thermal bluestone various dimensions, this 6 X 17 foot patio requires some serious digging and a bit of heavy lifting, but the results are well worth it. There are plenty of stones to choose from. So, choose the one that’s right for you, your landscape, and your budget.
How-to Install an Under Deck Ceiling | Video
The area under second-story decks can be a dark, wet wasteland. But installing an underdeck ceiling made from lightweight, easy-to-install corrugated fiberglass panels is an inexpensive solution you can knock out over a weekend. Here’s what you’ll need to take on this project: TOOLS & MATERIALS Quick Square Tool Combination Square Tape Measure Miter Saw …
How To Install Kitchen Cabinet Crown Molding | Video
If you’re ready to take your kitchen cabinets up a notch crown molding is a great way to go. It not only covers the space between the cabinets and ceiling, it adds an elegant, polished touch to your entire kitchen. You can cut and install crown molding above your cabinets on your own.
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