The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast
Education:How To
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, we cover a trio of crucial home improvement topics. First, we share top painting tips to achieve a flawless finish. Next, we discuss maintaining healthy indoor air quality without sacrificing energy efficiency. Finally, learn about installing a front door that looks great and increases your home's value and security. Tune in for these and other answers to questions from homeowners like you!
- Painting Tips: Avoid painting predicaments by brushing up on these tips to paint like a pro.
- Ventilation: Energy efficiency is great, but can your home be too airtight for healthy living?
- Front Doors: Learn how to install a welcoming front door that provides curb appeal, value, and security to your home.
Q & A:
- Garage Trim: Mice and water are coming in through gaps in the corners of Dawn’s garage doors. We recommend replacing the vertical pieces of weatherstripping to seal the spaces.
- Bathroom Renovation: Is it a good idea to flip the toilet and the shower on a cement slab? Scott learns it’s a massive renovation job that’s not worth the expense and effort.
- Water Quality: The cold water from only one faucet has a sickening taste. Nancy should report it to the water company and have the water tested.
- Ceiling Drywall: Kenny can see the outline of the studs behind his ceiling. It’s called ghosting and he gets tips on what causes it and how to hide it.
- Wood Flooring: George gets advice on installing hardwood flooring in his family room, including how to prep the subfloor and paying attention to the pattern of the boards.
- Electrical Outlets: When Belinda installs new GFCI outlets, do they need their own circuit breakers? We explain why it’s not necessary and how to use an outlet tester.
- HVAC: It would be a shame for Steve to remove his efficient and comfortable steam heat radiators, but he can still add a ducted air conditioning system.
- Granite Countertops: How often should granite countertops be sealed? Every two or three years is recommended, but Dave can use some recommended DIY products.
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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
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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
The Dirty Truth About Cleaning Your Washing Machine | Upgrade Your Windows to Cut Cooling Costs | Don’t Invite Burglars by Making This Mistake | Ep #2325
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