#2396 – Decked Out: Build a Backyard Deck | Rainwater Collection Systems | Most Overlooked Appliance

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How can you extend your outdoor space, upgrade yard hydration, and improve indoor air quality? Learn about building a backyard deck, installing a rainwater collection system, and making the most of your vent fans in today’s home improvement episode, plus more tips to create your best home ever!  

- Backyard Deck: Get your outdoor living space all decked out by building a backyard deck.

- Rainwater Collection: Make every drop count with a rainwater collection system to hydrate your yard and garden.

- Vent Fans: Find out why vent fans are your most overlooked appliances that control moisture and improve air quality.  

 

Q & A:

- Floor Drain: Patricia’s garage floor drain is clogged but she can’t remove the grate. We suggest running a drain snake through the side yard access and using a vacuum to clear the grate.

- Water Heater: Will an electric heat pump water heater affect the indoor climate? Karl is making the most efficient choice and shouldn’t worry about any negative impact.

- Cleaning Grout: Nicole wants to get her bathroom grout white again. She’ll need to use a professional grout cleaner or grout stripper to get it as clean as possible.

- Bathtub Remodel: Randy is removing his old tub and installing a handicap-accessible shower. We recommend a line of bathroom systems that can be easily customized.

- Popcorn Ceiling: Should you repair or remove a popcorn ceiling that’s pulling away at the edges? Debbie has a few options to choose from.

- Composite Decking: If you’re tired of replacing wood deck boards, is composite decking a good alternative? Carl learns why it’s a great, durable choice and easy to do.

- Quartz Countertops: Iris gets information about changing her granite countertops to quartz, which costs about the same but is more durable, stain resistant, and easier to maintain.

- Emergency Exit: A basement egress window will be too high above the floor. James learns about a line of products that can be installed to adapt to the exterior space.

- Bathroom Vent: The bathroom exhaust fan isn’t removing the humidity well. Diane should make sure it clearly vents outside the building and install a humidistat.

 

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