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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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Sumo Glue: Where to Find It 25.03.2011 2:07

Learn where to find Sumo Glue. Find out the benefits of applying Sumo Glue in place of other glues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eliminating Mold in a Crawl Space 25.03.2011 3:35

Learn the best way to get rid of mold in a crawl space. Find out how to control moisture in a crawl space, and how to check the floor joists for decay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Remove Algae From the Roof 25.03.2011 2:40

Learn ways to clean algae off a roof, both chemically and non chemically. Find out how to keep algae off a roof once it has been treated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Identify the Source of Roof Leaks 25.03.2011 3:37

Learn how to identify the source of a leaking roof. Find out whether or not flashing is the source of a rof leak and what to do about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Add a Decorative Touch With Crown Mouding 25.03.2011 3:18

Learn how crown moulding can add a decorative touch to a room, as well as hide seams and flaws. Find out how choosing the right color palette can make a room seem larger or smaller, and how to tie the crown moulding into your palette choice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Insulating Paneled Basement Walls 25.03.2011 1:48

Find out whether or not adding insulation to basement walls will increase the R factor. Learn which insulation is best to use to avoid mold when putting up insulation in your basement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ventilating an Attic 25.03.2011 2:41

Learn why adding an air conditioning duct in the attic is not recommended. Find out the best method of cooling your house without venting into the attic, and which vents to install to cool your home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Removing Textured Paint From Walls 25.03.2011 3:03

Find out how to remove textured paint from walls. Learn whether stripping the textured paint is best, or if sanding off the texture is the right way to go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Go Green: A Natural Way to Eliminate Grasshoppers 25.03.2011 2:20

Learn an effective and natural way to get rid of grasshoppers without the use of harsh commercial chemicals. Find out the green way to eliminate these pesky insects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Right Way to Put Up Insulation 25.03.2011 2:24

Find out what to do if you have insulation that has been put up the wrong way. Learn the right way to put up insualtion so that the vapor barrier is working to wick moisture away from your home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Repairing Cracked Stone Veneer Siding 25.03.2011 2:41

Find out why cracks are beginning to form in the mortar of veneer siding. Learn how to fix the cracks that are starting to form in the mortar of veneer siding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fix Problems With a Tile Floor 24.03.2011 4:05

Get tips on how to fix problems with a tile floor that is cracking and losing its grout. Learn what needs to be done before you can put a new floor over the existing tile floor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Using Spray Foam Insulation in an Attic 14.03.2011 2:23

Learn how to use spray foam insulation in an attic. Find out how to properly ventilate an insulated attic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Improve Flow of Air Conditioning 14.03.2011 3:06

Learn how to improve the flow of air conditioning through your home. Find out how having an HVAC contractor inspect your ducts and vents can improve the reach of cooled air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eliminate Condensation on Bathroom Walls 14.03.2011 2:33

Learn how to eliminate condensation on bathroom walls. Find out how to properly vent a bathroom exhaust fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fix Noisy Floor Boards 14.03.2011 1:57

Learn how to fix noisy floor boards. Find out how to use a finish nail to stop a hardwood floor from squeaking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reduce Attic Moisture and Humidity 14.03.2011 2:22

Learn how to reduce attic moisture and humidity. Find out how mold can form from insulation getting wet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Build an Energy Efficient Home 14.03.2011 3:32

Learn how to build an energy efficient home. Find out how solar power, tankless water heaters, and Energy Star rated products can help you save money on your energy bills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How Long After Priming Should You Paint? 14.03.2011 1:38

Learn how long after priming you should paint. Find out if you can paint a surface that was primed long ago, or if you have to re-prime before painting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Install Tile or Linoleum Flooring Over Carpet 14.03.2011 2:28

Learn how to install tile or linoleum flooring over carpet. Find out how to tear up old carpet or install plywood over thin carpet before installing new flooring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clean an Asphalt Roof 14.03.2011 3:05

Learn how to clean an asphalt roof. Find out how to use Jomax cleaner to clean mold and moss from your roof shingles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prevent Rot in Cedar Roof Shingles 14.03.2011 2:19

Learn how to prevent rot in cedar roof shingles. Find out what kind of underlayment to apply beneath cedar roof shingles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reflective Barrier: What is it? 14.03.2011 1:58

Learn what a reflective barrier is. Find out how a reflective barrier works and where it is installed in the home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Waterlogged Plywood Subfloor? Consider a Laminate Flooring Replacement. 14.03.2011 2:51

Learn why you should replace a waterlogged plywood subfloor with laminate flooring. FInd out how to choose an underlayment for laminate floors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stop Woodpeckers from Pecking Your House 14.03.2011 2:12

Learn how to stop woodpeckers from pecking your house. Find out how hanging shiny materials like mylar balloons and pie plates repel woodpeckers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices