The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast
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Today’s show is all about making the most of your home's spaces! First, we'll discuss choosing durable, low-maintenance kitchen countertops. Then, we'll explore making use of the area under your second-story deck with under-deck drainage systems. And if your asphalt driveway is worn out, we have expert replacement tips. Save time, money, and effort with answers to these and other home improvement questions!
- Countertops: Busy kitchens require the most durable countertop materials that are easy to maintain.
- Underdeck Space: Make the most of unused living space under your second-story deck.
- Driveway Repair: Get tips on replacing an asphalt driveway that’s showing wear and tear.
Q & A:
- Deck Stain: Pauline’s stained deck is already looking worn again. She should apply an oil-based primer and a solid deck stain with more pigmentation that will last longer.
- Garage Door: There’s dry rot around the garage door’s wood header. Dave needs to build a temporary wall to hold up the roof while replacing the header.
- Skylight: Will installing a skylight interfere with viewing the TV screen clearly? Ginny’s tubular fixtures will point light downward, so it shouldn’t be an issue.
- Driveway Repair: Scott’s old aggregate stone driveway is starting to crumble. It would be hard to repair that rough surface and we suggest replacing the driveway instead.
- Patio Furniture: Lucy needs to clean the patio furniture that was left outside. She gets tips on the best way to clean different surfaces and materials.
- Windows: Edwin is renovating his 1875 post and beam house and needs advice on keeping the aesthetics of the old windows with energy-efficient replacement windows.
- Ridge Vents: Are ridge vents really necessary? Mary doesn’t like them, but learns they’re doing what’s needed to provide ventilation and prevent moisture in the attic.
- Water Heater: Mary can’t replace the electric water heater with a tankless model, but she can switch to an electric heat pump water heater instead.
- French Doors: Is there a way to seal the bottom of French doors to keep rainwater out? David should concentrate on solving his drainage problems to divert water away.
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#2403 – Green Thumbs Up: DIY Raised Garden Beds | Maximize Garage Potential | Vacuum Troubleshooting
#2402 – Outside Oasis: 5 Tips for Outdoor Living Space | What to Ask Contractors | Choosing Tile
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#2400 – Cheap Chic: Affordable Apartment Décor | Front Yard Landscaping | Uninsured Contractor Risks
#2399 – Flower Power: Planting Spring Bulbs | Freeing Stuck Windows | Best Mulch Practices
#2398 – Critter Control: Preventing Wildlife Damage | Storing Unused Paint | How to Check Gutters
#2397 – Pour Judgement: Is Your Drinking Water Safe? | Planning a Fence | Smart Laundry Tips
#2396 – Decked Out: Build a Backyard Deck | Rainwater Collection Systems | Most Overlooked Appliance
#2395 – The Room You Hate to Clean | Sow Smart: Best Soil for Your Lawn | Exterior Lighting Design
#2394 – Seeds of Success: Early Spring Gardening | Garbage Disposal Tips | Safe Garage Storage
#2393 – Soap Opera: Best and Worst Laundry Detergents | Great Kitchen Layouts | Home Repairs by Age
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#2391 – Power Up: When to Get an Electrical Upgrade | Heating Fuel Options | Sealing Attic Access
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#2389 – Playing with Fire: Fireplace Hazards | Safe Cleaning Products | Uninsured Contractor Risks
#2388 – Crystal Clear: Window Cleaning Tips | High-Efficiency Washers and Dryers | Basement Bedrooms
#2387 – Baby on Board: Babyproofing Your Home | Removing Red Wine Stains | Heated Driveways
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