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**The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast**

Does your home ever feel like “a Money Pit?” It doesn’t have to be that way! As host of The Money Pit Podcast, a money pit is not a disaster – it’s a home you love! Whether you’re dealing with a repair or dreaming about a reno, consider me your coach, helper or home improvement therapist for all things remodeling, decor or fix up! From bathrooms to basements, demolition to décor and gardening to garages, I’ll share non-biased expertise to help you tackle your to-do’s with confidence. Taking care of a home can be a combination of love, pride and heart-stopping fear – but I promise to help you plan, save you money and spare you from snafus. Join me for new episodes every Monday and Thursday, just in time to plan your next home improvement adventure!

Latest Episodes:

Fast Start to a Healthy Green Lawn | State of the Pro Report | Deck Staining Tips | Ep #2203 May 09, 2022

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Are you green with envy over your neighbor’s lush lawn? We’ll share tips to help you catch up and get started on a healthy green lawn.
In their first ever State of the Pro Report, Lowes polled their pros to learn which projects are in demand for 2022, shifts in projects being completed by DIY vs. Pros. The result offer a great roadmap for both pros and the consumers who are planning projects this year
Spring cleaning isn’t just for indoor rooms. Now is also the time to spruce up a favorite outdoor room—your deck, we share deck cleaning tips.

Plus, answers to your home improvement questions:

Rob in Iowa has a cedar trim deck that he is trying to paint and is considered about the boards not matching the rest of the deck.
Sandy from Pennsylvania is trying to figure out which is the best type of garage to build with her colonial.
Steven in Texas is looking for a formaldehyde and VOC free kitchen cabinets.
Merilyn from Louisiana found pet stains under her carpeting and needs advice cleaning them.
Gary in Hawaii wants to split electricity between two fixtures.
Hugo wants to know the best HVAC to replace his 30 year old one.

Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here.

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How to Add 5 Years to Roof Life Without Replacement | Smartest Outdoor Projects for Home Value | Best Backup Heat | Ep #2202 May 05, 2022

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If your roof is more than 10 or 15 years old, we share a new product that can add 5 years of life to your roof with a single treatment.
Are you planning a project to improve your outdoor living but want to be sure the project makes your home more valuable? We’ll share the details on a project that can deliver years of enjoyment along with great ROI when it comes time to sell.
If you’ve lost heat this past winter and thinking about installing a backup system, we’ve got recommendations for the best backup heat options – especially when the power goes out.

Plus, answers to your home improvement questions:

Dave in Kansas needs a recommendation on a good kitchen floor.
Marie needs design advice about slab kitchen cabinet doors.
Scott in Iowa wants to know what he needs to do before painting over loose plaster.
Anne has a crack on her front porch she needs help fixing.
Robert from Washington has rust spots forming on his stainless steel appliances.
Teddie in Oregon is dealing with a wet crawlspace and foundation.
Jeff in Iowa needs a solution for a toilet that empties bowls in two bathrooms when flushed.
Deb from Wyoming has one patch of grass that doesn’t grow properly like the rest of her lawn.
Bill and Gene from Missouri wants to know how thick to make a new concrete floor and what the best finish is.

Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here.

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Roof Inspection Time | Working With Contractors During Inflation | Laundry Room Hazards | Ep #2201 May 02, 2022

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Winter's harsh winds, snow, and ice can weaken your roof, allowing heavy spring rains to seep through. That’s why now is the perfect time for a roof inspection. We show you how!
Just last month, the average national price for regular gas reached its highest price EVER!!! That strain is impacting the costs of home improvement. We’ll share tips on how to work with contractors during these unusual times.
The laundry room might seem safe enough, but anywhere there’s extreme heat and lots of water, there’s potential for trouble. We’ll walk you through the most common trouble spots and tell you how to prevent leaks, fires and breakdowns.

Plus, answers to your home improvement questions:

George in Iowa needs advice on making sealing a deck a one-time job.
Tina from Tennessee is considering a install a metal roof on top of asphalt shingles.
Mark in Oregon has an old hardwood floor he wants to restore.
Margie from Delaware wants to know if she should lay plastic vapor barrier underneath her house to reduce moisture.
Chuck in Rhode Island needs advice to get rid of blood stain from carpeting.
Louise from Texas is having a hard time removing and cleaning a vine from her wall.
Allen in Idaho has a cracked foundation that is still cracking after being filled with epoxy.
Dan from Pennsylvania needs a way to clear out clogs in his cast iron plumbing.

Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here.

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Quick Colorful Gardens | Bright Ideas for Under Cabinet lighting | Earth-Friendly Improvements That Save Money | Ep #2200 Apr 28, 2022

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Are you looking forward to having a colorful Spring flower garden? We share tips on the quickest way to get those bright colors blooming, no matter where you live.
If you find that your cakes are salty and your meatloaf is sweet –you might need better lighting in your kitchen! We’ll share tips to brighten the space – and maybe even make you a better cook!
We highlight some of our favorite earth-friendly home improvement ideas this hour, to help you save energy, water and money!

Plus, answers to your home improvement questions:

Lee hascement board siding that needs repairs after getting scratched up by a new puppy.
Laura in Mississippi needs tips to keep moisture levels to a minimum in her home.
Lester from Tennessee wants to deal with squeaky carpeted floor.
Diane in Tennessee wants to know how she should apply Venetian Plaster to her entertainment space.
Dottie from Oregon wants to know what the best concrete stain to use.
Dean in Pennsylvania needs help insulating a basement.
Colleen from Texas wants a product recommendation for resurfacing a dock.
Ralph in Missouri needs advice installing cathedral ceilings.

Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here.

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Sprinkler Set-Up for Greenest Lawns | 5 Tips for Fantastic Fences | How to Avoid Fungus-Growing Mulch! | Ep #2199 Apr 25, 2022

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If you're hoping for a lush, green lawn, now is the perfect time to set up your sprinkler system for success. We’ll explain how to dial it in for water efficiency and effectiveness.
Building a fence is a great way to improve your home’s curb appeal, home value and keep out the wildlife. Whether it’s a project you want to do yourself – or one you’d plan to hire out for – we’ll share 5 tips to help make sure your fence project is a success!
Mulch is an important element to any spring garden or landscape plans, but how much mulch is too much mulch? We’ll share tips, including an important caution about one popular type of mulch to avoid - because can grow fungus that sticks to your house and your car and be almost impossible to get rid of!

Plus, answers to your home improvement questions:

Heidi in North Carolina wants to know if she should move her main fuse panel inside.
Mike from Minnesota is trying to vent his dryer more efficiently.
Donna in Washington needs to clean cedar siding that is starting to chip.
Dennis from Wyoming asks if he can install green board behind a thermoplastic shower wall.
Judy in Tennessee wants to know the best way to care for hardwood flooring.
Doug from Virginia needs to clean spray foam insulation off Vinyl Siding.
Ted has a musty smell in his finished basement.
Joyce in Missouri wants to know what product to use to refinish hardwood floor.

Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here.

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Clutter Busting Tips | Green Up Your Lawn for Spring | Termites vs. Rot: What’s Eating Your House | Ep #2198 Apr 21, 2022

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How’s that Spring cleaning going? A cluttered home can definitely leave you feeling stressed. But clearing the deck of clutter is not something that has to take a huge commitment of time. We’ve got 5 clutter busting tips that can help
Are you green with envy over your neighbor’s lush lawn? We’ll help you catch up with Spring lawn care tips to get started on a healthy green lawn.
Got Rot? Or is that Termites! Damaged wood can detract from your home’s value. But to make the fix, you first have to know the cause. Learn how to tell what’s been eating your home and make it go away for good.

Plus, answers to your home improvement questions:

Peter from Maryland needs a solution for cracks in hardwood floors.
Pam in Missouri has recessed lighting and wants to know if it’s smart to stock up on lightbulbs needed for these fixers, or just replace them.
John from Wisconsin is move a washer and dryer in his spare bedroom and wants to know install the venting.
Lynne in Colorado wants to know how to repair a leaking shower.
Tim from Virginia how to fix painted windows that stick.
Joyce in Rhode Island needs to know how remove a smoke odor from her apartment.
Mark from West Virginia is wondering if he can install a metal roof over asphalt shingles or does he need to remove the old roof first.
Amy in Iowa wants to know if she should test for radon before installing a basement floor.
Scott from Michigan has a garage door that keeps freezing to the ground.
Ellie in Florida wants to know if it’s worth it to keep her water softener.
Jim from Ohio has a high water table even though he has a subsurface draining system.

Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here.

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Kid-Friendly Gardens | Roof Replacement Options | Pet-Proof Decorating Ideas | Ep #2197 Apr 18, 2022

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Looking for family-friendly outdoor activities for you and your little ones? Creating a kid-friendly garden is a great way to get the whole family involved in a fun project! We share some ideas to get started.
Spring is a great time to evaluate your roof before big storms happen. If it looks like it’s ready for replacement, don’t plan on that big expense just yet. Tom & Leslie share a much less expensive way to extend its life.
Are messy pets creating a decorating dilemma? Are you afraid that anything you buy will be ruined by your well-meaning pooch? We’ll have tips to help you get the best of both worlds.

Plus, answers to your home improvement questions:

Karen in Pennsylvania has mold behind wallpaper and needs to get rid of it.
Mark from Nevada has radiant heat in his house that has been poorly installed.
Kristine in Washington has a leaky opening in her chimney.
Glen wants to know how to properly put in a dryer duct.
Dewey wants to know how to get rid of a sewage leak smell in his basement apartment.
Judy wants to know the best way to clean hardwood floors.
Gary from Virginia has an odor coming from his bathroom plumbing after he takes a shower.

Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here.

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Deck Design Disasters | 10 Most Hated Cleaning Chores! | Hidden Cost of New Appliances | Ep #2196 Apr 14, 2022

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Are you ready to add a deck to your backyard for the warmer weather ahead? One simple yet surprisingly simple deck design mistake can lead to a disastrous deck collapse! Find out what’s needed to stay safe and secure.
Spring cleaning is not the most popular project but did you there’s now a Top 10 List for the Most Hated Cleaning Jobs? We’ll share the chores most people would like to avoid.
If you’re ready to shop for new appliances, did you know there are actually TWO price tags you need to consider? We’ll share what second less obvious price tag is all about.

Plus, answers to your home improvement questions:

James from Delaware has a whistling sound coming from his 4-year-old water heater.
Helen in Massachusetts had a plumbing leak in her basement and now wants to know what kind of flooring to use to replace the carpeting.
Andres from Tennessee is trying to relocate his air intake and thermostat from a bedroom.
Kelly needs to get rid of insects and rodents in her basement.
Rich in Illinois is calling about the best way to treat his older cedar siding.
Esther from South Dakota wants to buy a new furnace and is wondering if she can use her existing chimney as a way to get the vent pipe up through the roof?
Dan has white powder forming on his 3-year-old brick home.
Janet in South Carolina needs a suggestion for a rustic wooden look on her kitchen walls.
Joel from Arkansas wants to move a beam that has become an eye soar in his home.

Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here.

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Spool Pool: Perfect Fit For Small Spaces | Best Filters for Allergies | Restore a Driveway in a Weekend | Ep #2195 Apr 11, 2022

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If you'd love to have a backyard pool but are short of backyard space, I have two words for you: Spool Pool! Learn how to combine the benefits of a pool and spa in one very refreshing backyard feature.
Breathing allergy-free air inside your home is more important than ever this time of year. We’ll share ways to make sure the air INSIDE your home is as clean as possible to avoid all that allergy misery!
Is your driveway worn, chipped or suffer from nasty oil stains? Tom & Leslie walk you through a low-cost driveway makeover to clean up stains and restore the surface in a single weekend for a fresh start this Spring!

Plus, answers to your home improvement questions:

Pat from New Hampshire wants to know how to restore foundation cracks along with floor cracks in his garage wall.
Todd in Utah needs tips insulating his workspace in the garage with a spray foam insulation.
Karen from Pennsylvania has mold behind her wallpaper wants to know what the best way to remove mold.
Greg in Arizona needs help to extending a metal roof.
Dorothy from Tennessee wants to know how she can repurpose an inground pool.

Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here.

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Big Impact Low-Cost Decorating Hacks | Step-by-Step Firepit Build | Building a Deck: DIY or Go Pro? | Ep #2194 Apr 07, 2022

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Refreshing your home with new décor for the season is fun – but sometimes the costs add up! If you’re not sure if your budget is ready to handle the hit, we’ve got 5 hacks to help save lots of money decorating your home sweet home.
Backyard fire pits are a popular project for Spring – and build one is a project you can do yourself! We walk you through, step-by-step and block-by-block!
Adding a backyard deck is one sure-fire way to increase your home's living space. But is building a deck a DIY project or one you should hire out? We sort out the pros and cons and help you make the best choice.

Plus, answers to your home improvement questions:

John wants to know if Spray Foam insulation is the right choice for his Florida home.
Ruth in Delaware wants to know why her electric water heater that doesn’t last even after replacing the elements.
Woodpeckers are attacking Bruce’s home in Arizona! We share an amazingly simple hack that will keep woodpeckers away for good!
Bobbie in Ohio cut down a tree and wants to know how to install a sidewalk over the roots.
Mike has a home with two fireplaces that are not drafting out properly.
Freida has a microwave under light that keeps burning out regularly and wants to know the cause.
Jim from Illinois has drafty original windows in his 100-year-old home and wants to stop drafts without replacing the windows.
Marleen in Montana wants to restore her faded garage doors.
Louise from Delaware has a deck on her backdoor that is under attack by carpenter bees.

Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here.

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