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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Storm-Proof Your Roof for Spring | Best Filters for Allergy Sufferers | Toughest Eco-Friendly Floors | Ep #2189
Lighting Up Your Landscape | Underdeck Ceilings | Learning Your Homes History | Ep #2188
Shocking Features New Home Buyers Expect | Baby Proofing Checklist | Tips for Tile Projects | Ep #2187
Best Way to Buy Windows | Disposers that Destroy Food Waste | Duct Cleaning Tricks | Ep #2186
Garage Door Do-Overs | Simple Trick to Calc Home Care Costs | Stainless Steel Appliance Wraps | Your Q & A | Ep #2185
Brighten Up Your Kitchen | Top Places We Waste Energy | Easy Tub Restoration | Ep #2184
Weekend Kitchen Projects | Appliance Break Down Cheat Sheet | Must Have Washing Machine Features | Ep #2183
How to Pick the Perfect Kitchen Cabinets | Easy Fix for Clogged Showers | Secret to Streak Free Windows | Ep #2182
Thawing Frozen Feet | Upgrading the Porcelain Throne | Inspecting Older Chimneys Ep #2181
Secrets to Small Bath Storage | Mastering Mattress Shopping | Smart Window Coverings | Ep #2180
Are Replacement Windows Worth It? | How to Hang Heavy Stuff on Drywall | Why Junk Drawers Start Fires | Ep #2179
Amazing Drop Ceilings | How to Stop Tripping Circuits | Easy Way to Avoid Unsafe Products | Ep #2178
Avoiding Laundry Room Dangers | Hidden Costs of Buying Appliances | Simple Siding Repairs | Ep #2177
Best Basement Bathrooms | Decoding Lumber: How to Get What You Pay For | Easy Trick to Estimate Home Care Costs | Ep #2176
Are You Making These Painting Mistakes? | Best Way to Remove Carpet | Simple Shower Drain Cleaning Solution | Ep #2715
Are Natural Stone Countertops Worth It? | Removing Wallpaper with Ease | Pet Friendly Flooring | Ep #2174
Roof Check: How to Know if It’s Got to Go | Space Saving Closet Makeovers | Energy Audits That Save Big Bucks | Ep # 2713
30-Minute Home Improvement Hacks | Some Smoke Detectors Won’t Spot Fires | Heating Tips for Renters | Ep #2172
Need to Know Solar Solutions | Décor Secrets for Bigger Spaces | Tips for Winter Tree Trimming | Ep #2171
Itch-Free Insulation | Super Commercial Stoves for Kitchens | How to De-Tox Your Mattress | Ep #2170
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