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The Money Pit Calls & Answers

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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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Install a Lift Pump to Drain Plumbing Fixtures 30.04.2011 3:22

Learn how installing a lift pump will help to properly drain plumbing fixtures in your basement. Find out what a lift pump is and how it is designed to get rid of the waste water from appliances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Install Gutters to End Basement Moisture Problems 30.04.2011 4:29

Learn how to end moisture and smells in the basement by installing new gutters and downspouts that extend away from the house and help keep the basement dry. Get tips on how hiring a professional to install a whole-house dehumidifier can aslo help Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fixing Cracked Grout in a Kitchen Countertop 30.04.2011 3:59

Learn how to fix cracked grout in a kitchen countertop. Find out what tools you will need to remove old grout and to seal new grout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Electricity Circuit Breakers: Single-Pole or Two-Pole? 30.04.2011 2:51

Find out if you need single pole or two-pole circuit breakers in your home. Learn why you should install a ground fault circuit at your kitchen counter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fix a Door That Doesn't Close Properly 30.04.2011 2:46

Learn how to fix a door that doesn't close properly. Find out about AccuGrain technology by Therma-Tru that results in a structurally stable door. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Remove White Powder from Concrete Walls 30.04.2011 2:35

Learn how to remove white substance from concrete walls. Find out how to clean mineral salts from walls using vinegar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Improve the Look of Ugly Paneling 30.04.2011 3:21

Learn how to improve the look of ugly paneling. Find out which kind of primer and paint to apply to paneling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Repair a Crack in a Concrete Slab Floor 30.04.2011 6:20

Learn how to repair a crack in a concrete slab floor. Find out why you should hire a home inspector before you try to sell a house with a cracked concrete floor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Replace Damaged Roll Roofing with a Different Material 30.04.2011 4:33

Learn why you should replace damaged roll roofing with a different material. Find out about shingles that stand up to high winds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find the Cause of Low Pressure from Hot Water Tap 30.04.2011 3:59

Learn how to find the cause of low pressure from a hot water tap. Find out how rusting pipes may cause an imbalance in water pressure between hot and cold taps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heating: Should You Switch from Gas to Geothermal? 30.04.2011 3:15

Find out if you should switch to a geothermal heating system from gas. Learn about expenses connected to have geothermal heating installed in your home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stop Exterior House Paint From Peeling 30.04.2011 4:50

Learn how to stop your exterior house paint from peeling. Find out how to install a whole-house dehumidifier in your home to reduce moisture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Buy the Most Energy Efficient Tankless Water Heater 30.04.2011 3:31

Learn how to buy the most energy efficient tankless water heater. Find out about installing a timer on your hot water heater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Uneven Snow Melt Around Your Home - Are You Losing Heat? 30.04.2011 3:52

Find out if you are losing heat from your home by having an energy audit done by your local utility company. Find out how to insulate between the soil and your home's foundation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Simple Solutions for Saving Energy 30.04.2011 4:39

Learn how adding caulk, weatherstripping, and heavy draperies can help you save energy and prevent heat loss in the winter months. Find out how Seal n’ Peel Caulk, a temproary clear caulk, can be removed in the Spring and will not damage your Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should Air Conditioning Units be Covered? 30.04.2011 4:13

Find out why it is a bad idea to put a cover over an air conditioning unit. Learn how condensation can ruin your central air conditioner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Foundation Mudjacking Done Right 30.04.2011 4:25

Learn about the proper ways to do mudjacking repairs. Find tips for proper mudjacking of structures and how to hire a professional mudjacking contractor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eliminate Squeaky Wood Floors 30.04.2011 3:51

Find out how to fix squeaky wood floors. Learn about products and techniques for getting rid of floor squeaks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fixing Water Leaks in Old Windows 30.04.2011 2:41

Learn how to find where old wood windows are leaking water. Find tips for preventing water leaks in wood windows and storm windows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Repaint Over Ceiling Leak Stains 30.04.2011 3:12

Find tips for repainting a stained ceiling after repairing a roof leak. Learn about products and techniques for painting ceiling texture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cracks in Concrete Floors 30.04.2011 3:31

Learn about what causes cracks found in concrete floors. Find tips for repairing cracks in concrete floor slabs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Repairing and Recovering a Bathroom Floor 30.04.2011 3:15

Learn how to recover a bathroom floor after water damage. Find tips and products for replacing an old bathroom floor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Use Brick Veneer Over Stovepipe 30.04.2011 3:04

Learn about installing brick veneer to cover an exposed stovepipe. Find tips for using brick veneer to build a chimney detail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Book Shelves in Stud Spaces 30.04.2011 5:40

Find out how to install book shelves between wall studs. Learn tips for building and installing custom bookcases in stud spaces. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dealing With Mold in the Walls 19.04.2011 5:10

Learn how to get rid of mold in the walls. Find out how ventilating the bathroom can help control moisture so that mold isn't allowed to grow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices