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PODCAST

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast

Does your home ever feel like “a Money Pit?” It doesn’t have to be that way! As host of The Money Pit Podcast, a money pit is not a disaster – it’s a home you love! Whether you’re dealing with a repair or dreaming about a reno, consider me your coach, helper or home improvement therapist for all things remodeling, decor or fix up! From bathrooms to basements, demolition to décor and gardening to garages, I"ll share non-biased expertise to help you tackle your to-do’s with confidence. Taking care

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40:24

Consumer Reports App Helps Manage Home Like a Pro | 5...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/12/20

SHOW NOTES: It’s not easy to keep track of every little thing in your home that requires attention upkeep. Well now, there’s an app for that! It’s been created by Consumer Reports and helps manage your home like a pro. Vinegar works well as for salads and cooking, but did you know there are many ways to use it to keep your home clean? We’ll share 5 ways to use vinegar to keep your appliances, your bathroom and even your tools clean and working well. The holidays leave little time for things to

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5 Ways to Save on Décor in the New Year | Making...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/12/16

SHOW NOTES: Getting ready to refresh your home with some new décor for the year ahead? We’ll share 5 ways to save lots of money decorating your home sweet home for 2022! We know your kids are counting the minutes, but is your chimney ready for Santa – and for the colder temperatures right behind him? We’ve got advice for chimney repair and cleaning tips that keep your home safe and structurally sound. Lots of cleaning going in this month with all the holiday visits happening – one of the harder

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Holiday Toy Organization | CO2 Gas Poisoning |...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/12/13

SHOW NOTES: With the holidays almost here, many parents are already dreading the moment when neatly wrapped presents become incoming piles of toys. We share easy organizing tips to help. You can’t see it or smell it but according to the EPA, hundreds of people die accidentally each year from CO poisoning caused by heating systems -- We’ll have a way to keep you safe. Your basement may serve as your home’s storage area, an extra play space for the kids or even your laundry room … but basements are

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39:41

New Energy Star Program Guarantees Energy Efficiency...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/12/09

SHOW NOTES: If you’d like to improve the energy efficiency of your home but wondered whether the improvements would pay off, the EPA now has a program that can prove the savings before the projects even started. Bathtubs can last a lifetime, but their finishes won’t! If your bathtub finish is worn, you don’t have to get rid of the whole tub. We share much less expensive solutions. As you do your gift shopping – have you noticed how many retailers offer the opportunity to purchase an “extended”

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Preventing Frozen Pipe Bursts | Picking Fresh...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/12/06

SHOW NOTES: Winter weather can be especially hard on your home’s plumbing system – especially if your pipes freeze and break. We’ll share simple tips to stop this from happening this holiday season. Now that we’ve sailed past Thanksgiving, Christmas is right around the corner so if you’re thinking about decking those halls – you might be wondering whether you should go with a fresh or fake tree this year. Coming up – we’ll talk pros and cons of each, including some tips on how to choose the

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Budget Friendly Heating Tips | Kitchen Backsplashes |...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/12/02

SHOW NOTES: As heating bills are starting to rise, we share are several low cost to no cost things you can do to keep them under control while also staying comfortable. Ready for a quick kitchen refresh? Kitchen backsplashes keep the walls behind your counters clean and updating them can be a fun and affordable project to do yourself. Hanging holiday lights only to find that half a string is out? Get fast, free and easy holiday light fixes to restore the festive spirit! Is your bathroom floor

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39:25

Best Air Filters | Solution for Dirty Dishwashers |...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/11/29

SHOW NOTES: Breathing fresh clean air inside your home is more important than ever but you don’t have to throw open windows to let in freezing air to get it. We share tips on the best air filters for a steady supply of fresh indoor air. With all the holiday meals happening now, have you noticed that when you run your dishwasher, are dishes coming out dirtier than when they went in? We’ll share tips for keeping your dishwasher working properly – and end once and for all the often-debated family

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38:57

Top Tips for Interior Painting | Smart Thermostat...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/11/25

SHOW NOTES: Painting is a project most homeowners are happy to tackle themselves. But it’s also a project that can go terribly wrong if you don’t take just three steps before you start. We’ll share pro tips for painting success. Looking for a simple way to cut heating and cooling costs? A smart programmable thermostat can cut both heating and cooling costs by 10%. Learn how to heat up your home on a budget. If you are thinking of updating your bedroom with a new mattress or furniture, we’ll have

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Budget Friendly Kitchen Cabinets | Consumer Reports...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/11/22

SHOW NOTES: Kitchen renos peak after the holidays when the frustrations worn out kitchen layouts peak. If you’re planning a kitchen redo for 22, we’ll tell you how to choose new cabinets that’ll step up the space and not blow the budget. Are you ready to pick up a new snowblower before the first major snowstorm hits? Consumer Reports has you covered. Home and appliances reporter Paul Hope joins us with their picks of the best snowblowers on the market. Are messy pets creating a decorating

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39:28

Organizing Kid’s Rooms | How to Predict Home Repairs...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/11/18

SHOW NOTES: Are your kids’ rooms ready for a design refresh? We’ve got tips to help you design a room that can grow as fast as they do. Home repairs often come as a surprise for most owners, but did you know that many are predictable if you know when your home was built. We share hacks to help you determine your homes age, and the most common repairs to expect! And as we move toward winter, are you looking to get everybody up & active on those not-so-sunny days. Adding a game room may be the

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39:25

Top Energy Wasters | Buying an Old Home | Silence...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/11/15

SHOW NOTES: Have you ever been surprised by a big electric bill? We’ll share the most common places energy is wasted. If you’re shopping for a home, buying an older home can be a good deal – but only if you’re ready for the restoration and repair that come along with the job. We’ll share tips for buying and repairing older homes. Do your faucets sound like they are crying out in pain? Faucets that sound like screams, squeal or whistle can get pretty annoying. We’ll share has silence noisy faucets

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39:46

Consumer Reports Worst Appliances | Weekend...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/11/11

SHOW NOTES: If we had to name a project that can really change the look of a kitchen, or even a bath, replacing the countertop would be high on the list! But while removing and replacing a countertop is a costly and complicated project, simply restoring the surface with a stone coating is not. We show you how to do it in a weekend! There’s nothing like a good, steamy shower – BUT too much moisture can cause paint to peel, and mold to grow. We’ll share a solution to keep that moisture in

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38:26

Kitchen Updates in a Weekend | Noisy Plumbing Systems...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/11/04

SHOW NOTES: Thinking about updating your kitchen in time for holiday meals but concerned about the timing and costs? Get tips on easy updates you can do over a weekend that can totally transform your space without the hassles. If you love the personality of older homes, some of that personality can come out in the way of a noisy plumbing system! We’ll share the source and the solution to all that banging and clanging. Chilly weather may leave your home looking dark and dreary, but not if you

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39:06

Stop Smelly Stink Bugs | Consumer Report on...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/11/04

SHOW NOTES: Fall weather may be refreshing but the cooler temperatures can also usher pests like stink bugs into the warmer spaces of your home. Get tips to keep these smelly invaders out. Weather-related power outages are becoming more frequent but choosing the right type of backup generator to power your home can be difficult. Consumer Reports Home & Appliances Reporter Paul Hope joins us with tips and the results of their latest testing. Are you faced with beautiful, old but drafty

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38:48

Heating Up the Garage | Top DIY Mistakes | Water...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/11/01

SHOW NOTES: DIY is on the rise but according to a new survey, 40% of homeowners report their projects were more difficult than expected and 80% admit to making a mistake along the way. We’ll dig into the most common ways DIY goes wrong to make sure that doesn’t happen to you. With the chilly weather upon us – now is a great time to take on projects to improve your warmth and comfort as temperatures drop – starting with a little hot water heater maintenance to help make sure you never run out! If

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DIY Ways to End Drafty Windows | Best Paint Sheens to...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/10/28

SHOW NOTES Are winter winds streaming through your windows? We share a step-by-step checklist to help make sure you are not wasting a single energy dollar! Painting a room is a fun and inexpensive home improvement project that can make a big impact. But while most people spend a lot of time picking the perfect color for their rooms, choosing the perfect paint sheen is just as important! We’ll share tips on how the best sheen to make your project shine. Is doing a DIY project with your spouse a

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38:36

Energy Star Homes | Smartest Way to Rake Leaves |...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/10/25

SHOW NOTES: There’s no shortage of ways to make your home energy efficient – but what if there was a way to build a home that was already efficient? Tom and Leslie explain the very successful “Energy Star Homes” program plus answer your home improvement questions. They call it “fall” for a reason… and if raking leaves is the last thing you want to do with your weekend, we’ve got tips, techniques and tools that make leaf collection much easier. Halloween is right around the corner! Find out how to

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38:50

“As-Is” is No More | Fast Furniture Fixes | Weeding...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/10/21

SHOW NOTES: In a strong home sellers-market, selling your home “as-is” is a popular way to avoid buyer demands for repairs. But that strategy often backfires and hurts your chances of getting the best price for your home. We share a better strategy to get the best price with the least hassles. Whether your furniture is heirloom or Ikea, it’s likely to take a few hits from time to time - especially if you have kids! But while the water rings, dings, dents and furniture scratches are inevitable –

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38:13

Paint Colors that Pay Off | DIY Durable Garage Floors...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/10/18

SHOW NOTES: A survey of 32,000 homes by Zillow showed painting with the right colors can help your home sell faster and make you more money in any real estate market. We’ll share the paint colors that really pay off. Garage floors need to be one of the most durable floor surfaces in any house. They have to take the punishment of hot tires in the summer or dripping road salt in the winter, plus a ton of storage needs. We’ll share a finish that’s tough, durable and slip-resistant AND DIY! As the

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38:52

Cool Weather Crops | Curb Appealing Shrubbery | Easy...

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast ·

2021/10/14

SHOW NOTES: If you enjoyed garden-fresh veggies all Spring and Summer, now is the time to plant cool weather crops that thrive in autumn’s cooler weather. Learn what grows best straight through to the first frost. Adding shrubbery to the front of your house adds curb appeal and the cooler Fall weather offers plenty of time for the roots to grow deep before next summer’s heat sets in. Get step-by-step tips to get this project done. Whether you live in a climate that’s warm or cold, insulation is

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