The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast

By: Tom Kraeutler & Leslie Segrete
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  • Summary

  • Does your home ever feel like “a Money Pit?” It doesn’t have to be that way! We’re Tom Kraeutler and Leslie Segrete, hosts of The Money Pit Podcast. For us, 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 us 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, we share non-biased expertise to help you tackle your to-do’s with confidence. Taking care of a home can be a combination of love, pride and heart-stopping fear - but we promise to help you plan, save you money and spare you from snafus. Join us for new episodes every Monday and Thursday, just in time to plan your next home improvement adventure!
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Episodes
  • #2481 - 5 Powerful Reasons for Electrical Upgrades | Prevent Ice Dams | DIY Furniture Repairs

    #2481 - 5 Powerful Reasons for Electrical Upgrades | Prevent Ice Dams | DIY Furniture Repairs
    Jan 6 2025
    SHOW NOTES: On this show, find out why tripped circuits may be a sign your electrical panel is ready for an upgrade, learn an easy way to prevent ice dams on your roof, and get DIY hacks to fix water rings, dings, and dents on your furniture. Plus, listen in as callers’ home improvement questions are answered with expert advice! - Electrical Upgrades: Learn 5 powerful reasons to upgrade your electrical panel. - Ice Dams: Icicles on your roof can indicate a potential roof leak, but there’s an easy way to prevent ice dams. - Furniture Repair: Repair furniture dings, dents, and stains with these easy DIY hacks. Q & A: - Bathroom: Eddie has a moisture problem in his bathrooms. He should ensure he has enough attic insulation and install humidistats with timers to increase ventilation. - Flooring: There’s sun damage around the floor area where Ty pulled up a rug. Time and UV light will eventually even out the wood flooring unless he wants to sand the entire floor. - Sewer: Betsy has tree root clumps blocking her sewer line. There are ways to clear the sewer line without having to excavate the whole area. - Mice: Mice are coming into William’s house through the basement. He must avoid storing anything that attracts them, seal all gaps, and place bait stations on the basement ledge. - Fireplace: Wind is blowing in all around a gas fireplace. Susan should look for gaps around the box, check the installation guidelines, and install fireplace doors. - Paneling: What is the best way to cover dark wood paneling? If it’s not glued on, David can try removing it. Otherwise, he can paint it or add a layer of drywall over it. - Tile Floor: The ceramic tile floor in a new home is already cracking, probably due to the lack of an isolation membrane installed between the slab and the tile. Debra should have an independent engineer evaluate it. ASK A QUESTION: Need help with your own home improvement or décor question? We’d love to help! Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here: https://www.moneypit.com/ask. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • #2480 - Smooth Moves: Solutions for Stuck Doors | Radiant Floor Heating | Creating a Hobby Studio

    #2480 - Smooth Moves: Solutions for Stuck Doors | Radiant Floor Heating | Creating a Hobby Studio
    Jan 2 2025
    SHOW NOTES: Say goodbye to cold floors, sticky doors, and unused spaces! Today, we explore the benefits of radiant floor heating, simple fixes for stubborn doors, and how to create a hobby studio you’ll love. Whether you’re repairing, improving, or designing, we’ve got the tools and tips to guide you through all your home improvement projects! - Stuck Doors: Finding solutions for stuck doors requires some smooth moves. - Heated Floors: Step into comfort by adding radiant heat to your floors. - Hobby Space: Craft your escape by designing the perfect hobby space. Q & A: - Electrical: Why do some outlets have 2 prongs and others have 3 prongs? Lisa learns how they’re grounded differently and that it’s always a good idea to update wiring. - Brick: Some areas of Julian’s brick chimney are flaking off and getting tiny holes. He should use a vapor-permeable silicone-based sealer to reduce moisture soaking into the brick. - Water Heater: Colleen wants to replace her two old water heaters with tankless units, but we offer two options that would be more efficient for an electric system. - Heated Driveway: Is a heated driveway a good idea for a snowy climate? Dylan gets info on how the cables are installed and the operating costs involved. - Generator: Rich is looking for a good natural gas generator to power his whole house. This Kohler whole-house generator comes highly recommended for ease of use and peace of mind. ASK A QUESTION: Need help with your own home improvement or décor question? We’d love to help! Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here: https://www.moneypit.com/ask. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • #2479 - DIY Hacks to Beat Winter Blues | Clear the Air with Indoor Filters | Thawing Snow and Ice

    #2479 - DIY Hacks to Beat Winter Blues | Clear the Air with Indoor Filters | Thawing Snow and Ice
    Dec 30 2024
    SHOW NOTES: Today, we’ve got advice for winter challenges! Learn how to clean up your indoor air, fight the seasonal blues, and handle icy conditions with practical hacks. Plus, listen in as callers share their home improvement goals and get answers to their DIY questions! - Winter Blues: Brighten your home and your spirits with DIY hacks to beat the winter blues. - Air Filters: Clear the air of pollutants and allergens by installing the right indoor air filters. - Snow and Ice: Fight frost and stay safe with clever tips to clear snow and ice fast. Q & A: - Patio Surface: Jennifer’s large concrete patio has gotten pitted from salt. We recommend using a Quikrete Concrete Resurfacing product that will fill in the gaps. - Sump Pump: Jesse has questions about how to connect a new sump pump system. We discuss what is needed to drain the water correctly. - Heating: Joan wants to heat a small outbuilding to create a craft studio. If she’s able to run a gas line, she can install a wall heater and insulate the space as well as possible. - Wood-Burning Stove: Where is the best location for a wood-burning stove in a three-season room? Frances gets tips about safe clearance space and building a heat shield. - Cabinets: Marilyn wants to take her custom kitchen cabinets to her new home. It can be done by disassembling the cabinets the same way they were assembled. - Furnace: Carl has a high-efficiency furnace but low-efficiency ducts. He can use a tape to seal leaky ducts or seal them from the inside with a material that sticks and plugs gaps. - Insulation: What is the best way to insulate the walls of a cold kitchen? Lora should start by insulating the attic, then have an inspector advise how to insulate the walls. - Plumbing: A copper pipe behind the boiler is leaking. Kris needs to drain the boiler to below the leak and refill it after repairing the pipe. - Air Quality: Jeannie thinks poor indoor air quality is making her friend sick. We offer info about HVAC filters but the landlord must address the problem and look for mold. ASK A QUESTION: Need help with your own home improvement or décor question? We’d love to help! Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here: https://www.moneypit.com/ask. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 mins

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