The Money Pit Calls & Answers
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The Money Pit Calls & Answers
For nearly two decades, Leslie Segrete and former host Tom Kraeutler have fielded every home improvement, home decor, or home repair question imaginable. Your Calls, Our Answers features the best calls from their podcast and nationally syndicated home improvement radio show The Money Pit.
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Weatherized Dog Doors
Learn how to choose the best dog door for your four legged friend that is pet friendly and weather safe.
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Create a Soundproof Room for Recording
Learn how to create a soundproof room for recording. Find out why you should install rock wool insulation batting to muffle sound.
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Solar Roof Shingles: Do They Save Money?
Solar Roof Shingles seem like a good idea but does the benefit outweigh the initial cost and long term maintenance requirements? Tom helps a homeowner...
How to Repair Crumbling Mortar
When brick walls age, the mortar can deteriorate and become britle. Get tips to restore loose brick and mortar and restore old walls.
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Hot Shower Faster with Tankless Water Heater
Find out why the solution to a long distance between your water heater and bathroom is to install a tankless water heater. Get tips on putting your el...
Advantages of PEX Piping
PEX piping has a lot of advantages over copper piping - but some detractors are concerned that it might be eaten by rodents. Get The Money Pit's take...
Why is Paint Peeling From My Ceiling?
When paint peels, it's often a sign of delamination - and a sign that you need to start from scratch. Find out what steps to take to restore a peeling...
Getting Rid of Termites: DIY or Not?
Find out whether over-the-counter pesticides can help a termite infestation, or if calling an exterminator is always necessary.
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Toilet Won't Flush Completely
Find out how to solve the problem of a toilet that won't flush completely. Consider getting the Champ, a power-flush toilet from American Standard wit...
Build and Tile a Shower Stall
Learn how to build and tile a shower stall. Find out the steps to creating your own custom tiled shower stall, including demolition, plumbing, and mor...
How to Repair Loose Roof Shingles
Loose roof shingles that don't seal well can cause roof leaks to occur. Get tips on the best way to repair loose roof shingles once and for all.
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Dishwasher Buildup Cleaning
Get tips on cleaning soap buildup on your stainless steel dishwasher door. Using a slightly abrasive cleaning agent on a damp cloth can eliminate soap...
How to Tile a Shower
If you are doing a bathroom remodel and want to tile the shower, learn what you need to know to keep the area leak free and draining correctly.
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Washing Machine: How to Fix a Blocked Pipe
Find out how to fix a blocked washing machine pipe. Get tips on opening up the pipes near the T and snaking the line from there.
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Choosing a Tankless Water Heater
Get tips on choosing a tankless water heater for your home. Learn about tankless water heaters and find out where to but a tankless water heater for y...
How to Remove Wax from Carpet
Removing wax from carpet is surprisingly easy if you know what to do! Get tips to remove wax from carpet using paper towels and a hot iron.
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Repairing an Uneven Walkway
Get tips on leveling an uneven walkway. An epoxy patching compound can even out the walkway and will remain intact even after a freeze-thaw cycle.
Best Way to Stop Windows that Leak
Got leaking windows? Bugs and mold seem to love the leaks but you don't have to. Learn the best way to stop windows that leak.
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Insulating Floors Joists on Addition
Learn how to insulate floor joists on an addition that extends from your house, and how to seal drafts that enter around the floor framing area of an...
How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs
Find out how to get rid of bed bugs when spraying hasn't worked. Get tips on looking into a bed bug extermination method in which professionals put su...
What Type of Floating Floor to Put Over Tile
Looking for a new bathroom floor but do not want to rip up the current tile? Learn what kind of floating floor to put over tile might be right for you...
Why Hire an Architect?
Find out why you should hire an architect to design a house that will meet your needs and desires. He or she will also develop a set of specifications...
How to Insulate a Basement
Find out how to keep your basement from getting too hot in the winter. Get tips on insulating the ducts in your basement, and learn why you shouldn't...
How to Fix a Light Switch Timer
Find out how to fix a light switch timer. Get tips on looking closely at the light to figure out why the bulb isn't making contact with the socket.
Tips for Getting Rid of Mice
Get tips for getting rid of mice. Find out how using a rodenticide can eliminate rodents in your home.
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Bathroom Flooring Options
Discover the pros and cons of bathroom flooring options, and find out whether bamboo - which is very durable and on trend - is a smart bathroom choice...
Stripping Old Wallpaper
Learn how to strip wallpaper with a power steamer. Find out how to take care of the wall once the wallpaper has been removed and how to get the wall r...
Moving a Main Beam: Not DIY!
Moving a load-bearing beam is a difficult project for the best of contractors and definitely not a job for a DIYr. Find out how beams of this type can...
How to Clean Odor from Dishwasher
You can clean the odor from your dishwasher fairly easily. Learn which product will help clean odor.
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How to Fix a Squeaky Floor
Find out how to get rid of a floor squeak. Get tips on screwing the subfloor down to the floor joist to stop the noise. Another option for the squeaki...
Avoid a Dryer Fire from a Plastic Vent
Learn how to avoid a dryer fire from a plastic vent. Find out why venting a dryer through a wall can be a fire hazard.
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Anchor Storage Shelves to Concrete
Get tips on anchoring metal shelves to concrete blocks. Find out how Tapcon can secure the shelves without breaking the concrete.
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Clean Soap Scum from Sink Drains
Learn how to clean soap scum from sink drains. Find out how to use vinegar and baking soda to unclog a drain.
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Bathroom Ceiling Replacement Options
Brice from NC calls in to discuss his options for replacing his bathroom ceiling. Listen here to find out more!
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Spitting Noise From Hot Water Faucet
Find out what could be causing your hot water faucets to make a spitting noise when the water comes out. If you have any electrical expertise, you can...
Spray Foam Insulation for Sill Plates: Open or Closed Cell?
Learn about the benefits of spray foam insulation, which both seals out drafts and insulates at the same time. Get tips on making sure you have a skil...
Dried Out and Discolored Caulk
Find out what to do about dried out and discolored caulk. Get tips on removing the old caulk with caulk softener and using a bleach and water solution...
Breaker Busters and How To Avoid Them
Listen here to learn how to spread out your electronics on different breakers to avoid tripping the circuit.
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How To Clean a Water Softener
Water softeners need to be periodically cleaned to operate safely. Get tips on how to clean a water softener.
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Easy Tips to Fix Cracked Concrete Curb
Concrete cracking up on the curb in the front of your home? Find out the most efficient products for fixing a cracked concrete curb.
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