The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast
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SHOW NOTES:
In this home improvement episode, find out what defines a truly green product, get tips on designing a room that grows with your child, and discover how to create a stunning countertop in a weekend without breaking the bank. Plus, get answers to questions from homeowners just like you for more DIY projects!
- Green Products: Go beyond the labels and learn what defines truly green products for your home.
- Kids’ Rooms: Design space-saving rooms that can adapt to your growing kids.
- Countertops: Create a marvelous marble countertop in a weekend.
Q & A:
- Basement Flooring: Colin’s basement concrete floor is uneven. He could use a floor leveling compound but it’s possible to compensate slight unevenness with new flooring.
- Hot Water: It takes a while for the water to get hot. There are advantages to a tankless water heater, but Sharon should consider a bypass valve to recirculate hot water through the pipes.
- Exterior Crawlspace: Chad needs to seal the crawlspace under his modular home against animals. We’ve got tips for securely installing PVC lattice to a frame structure.
- Squeaky Floor: Nancy learns how to stop squeaks in the floor by using long drywall screws alongside nails in the subfloor to prevent movement.
- Roof Leaks: Ice dams under the roof shingles caused leaks in Mary’s home. The damage should be covered by insurance and she needs to contact a public adjuster to be sure the repairs are done right.
- Water Heater: Mike needs to keep draining residue from his water heater. He gets tips on how to speed up the process and buying an affordable water softener.
- Bathroom Leak: There’s water on the ceiling from the upstairs bathroom. Kirsten should check the shower pan and wall tiles for cracks or gaps in the seams or grout.
- Crawlspace: How should the surface of a crawlspace be sealed? Keith should overlap plastic sheeting on the dirt and up the walls to prevent moisture from seeping up.
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#2344 - Cook Up Plans for a Kitchen Makeover | Lasting Concrete Repair | Degreasing Range Vent Hoods
#2343 – H2O or H2No: Is Your Tap Water Safe? | DIY or Go Pro? | Top Insulation Tips
#2342 - Root of the Problem: Stump Removal | Silencing Squeaky Floors | Buying the Best Gutters
Breaking Barriers: Creating Open Space in an Older Home | State-of-the-Art Security Systems to Defend Your Domain | Hue’s Clues: How to Choose the Right Paintbrush | Ep #2341
Shocking Secrets: How to Protect Your Home from Lightning | Sticky Situation: Fixing Stuck Windows | Hot Tips for Buying a New Grill | Ep #2340
5 End-of-Summer Projects to Save Time and Money | Chill Without the Bill: Low-Cost Ways to Cool Your Home | Spray It and Slay It: House Painting Made Easy | Ep #2339
Survey Says Homeowners Flunk Maintenance 101 | Dormant vs. Dead: Keeping Your Lawn Alive | Concrete Surface Solutions | Ep #2338
Protect Your Home with Storm Shutters | Front Doors for Lasting First Impressions | Awesome Advantages of Awnings | Ep #2337
Penny-Wise Powder Room: Bathroom Updates for Under $500 | Pipe Percussion: How to Silence Water Hammer | Rock the Look of Granite with DIY Terrazzo Product | Ep #2336
Bite-Sized Upgrades: Weekend Kitchen Makeovers | Rooftop Revelations: Tips for Roof Inspections | The Frills of Grills: Gas Grill Features Worth Having | Ep #2335
Get a Leg Up on Banishing Centipedes | Smart Sips for Plants: Benefits of Micro-irrigation | Spray It Forward: New Paint Sprayer Technology | Ep #2334
Paving the Way to a DIY Patio Makeover | Ventilation Victory: Win the War Against Bathroom Mold | Garage Glam: Garage Door Styles Add Curb Appeal | Ep #2333
Breaking Point: 5 Causes of Deck Collapses | Unused Paint Preservation | Mesh Makeover: New Options for Window Screens | Ep #2332
Bark-yard Bliss: Create a Pet-Friendly Outdoor Space | Shady Business: Protect Floors and Furniture from UV Sun Damage | Fence Staining Secrets for Curb Appeal | Ep #2331
Décor on a Dime: 5 Money-Saving Home Decorating Ideas | Make a Splash with a Backyard Water Feature | Trash or Treasure? Tips for a Successful Garage Sale | Ep #2330
Concrete Countertops Offer Rock Solid Style | Rent Relief: 7 Ways to Make Rent More Affordable | Cut the Clutter of Summer Stuff | Ep #2329
Tick Talk: Guarding Against Dangerous Ticks | Big Solutions for Small Bathroom Space | Adding Life to an Aging Roof | Ep #2328
Porch Revival Adds Space and Relaxation | Beat the Heat with Tips for Installing a Window Air Conditioner | Roof Rx: How to Extend Your Roof’s Lifespan | Ep #2327
Pipe Dreams Come True: Water-Saving Plumbing Fixtures | Tread Lightly with a DIY Gravel Garden Path | Exterior House Painting Made Easy | Ep #2326
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