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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Unlock the Paw-sibilities with Pet Doors | Product Makes Concrete Repairs a Solid Success | No Time to Waste: 3 Home Improvement Hacks in 30 Minutes or Less | Ep #2315
Ditch the Chlorine and Dive into a Natural Pool | Cozy Up and Cash In with Insulation Tax Credits | Size Matters: Wide-Plank Floors for Small Rooms | Ep #2314
Apartment Gardening: Grow Big in Small Spaces | Caught in the Act: Where to Place Home Security Cameras | Seal and Shield Concrete Surfaces | Ep #2313
Weed Warfare: Tactics for Fighting Weeds | Stone Cold Facts about Natural Stone Countertops | Embrace Efficiency with an Airless Paint Sprayer | Ep #2312
Modular Magic: DIY Outdoor Kitchens Made Easy | Curbside Charm: 4 Ways to Attract Homebuyers | 5 Flowering Butterfly Magnets | Ep #2311
Fix Now, Pay Later: Mortgage Programs for Fixer-Uppers | Roof Rejuvenation Adds Years to Your Roof | Concrete Revival: How to Restore Concrete Surfaces | Ep #2310
Painting Made Easy with High-Efficiency Paint Sprayers | Multipurpose Marvels: Multi-Use Tools for DIY Projects | Bargain or Burden? Buying a Foreclosed Home | Ep #2309
Cool Solutions to Heat-Proof Your Home | Landscape Planning for an Outdoor Oasis | Draft Detectives: Is Your Home Insulated Enough? |Ep #2308
Cost-Conscious Kitchen Cabinet Makeovers | Roof Rejuvenation: New Life from the Top Down | Get Mosquitoes to Buzz Off | Ep #2307
From Driveway to Doorstep: Bright Ideas for Lightscaping | Peel Away the Past: 4 DIY Steps for Removing Wallpaper | Replacement Window Labels Decoded | Ep #2306
Grill Prep 101: Get Your BBQ Ready | Wind-Resistant Roofing That Won’t Budge | Pillow Talk: Trending Bedroom Designs on Pinterest | Ep #2305
Safe Cleaning without Toxic Chemicals | Picture-Perfect Photos to Sell Your Home | Flower Power: Add Instant Color to Your Garden | Ep #2304
Rock Your Garden with a Stone Wall | Batten Down the Hatches with Storm Shutters | Prime Time: The #1 Painting Tip | Ep #2303
Tiny Pool, Big Fun: Trending Spool Pools | Make Every Drop Count with a Rain Barrel | The Pane Game: Choosing the Right Windows | Ep #2302
Uncover Hidden Savings with an Energy Audit | Don’t Get Blown Away: Wind-Resistant Roof Shingles | Dust Bunnies Beware: Spring Cleaning Tips | Ep #2301
Hammering Down Gender Bias in Home Improvement | Wood You Believe It? How to Choose Deck Lumber | Solutions for a Damp-Free Bathroom | Ep #2300
Termite Terminator: Keep Your House Off the Menu | 4 Hot Design Trends for Spring | 5 Ways to Save on Painting Projects | Ep #2299
Cooking Up an Outdoor Kitchen | Get the Dirt on Garden Prep | No Pain, No Grain: Refinishing Hardwood Floors | Ep #2298
Top Spring Home Projects | How Are Your HOA Fees Being Used? | Keeping Paper Towels in Your Fridge | Ep #2297
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