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Learn how to clean your eaves.  Find out how using a house cleaner with a garden hose or pressure washer can get rid of moss, mold, dirt and algae from your roof and eaves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to fix cracks around windows and doors.  Find out how using fiberglass drywall tape will repair common cracks to drywall at the corners of windows and doors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to paint over a water stain.  Find out how to properly prime and paint a water stain after a ceiling leak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to increase water pressure from a sink faucet.  Find out how removing the aerator and cleaning out your faucet can increase water pressure from your bathroom sink faucet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get tips for removing kitchen cabinets.  Find out how to tear out old kitchen cabinets and their soffit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to identify unhealthy types of mold.  Find out how to distinguish the types of mold that cause respiratory problems and how to avoid the growth of mold in the home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn about electric heating and tankless water heaters.  Find out why you should not run a tankless hot water heater on electricity if you want to be energy efficient. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to remove rust stains from a concrete driveway.  Find out how a chemical called TSP can be mixed into a paste to eliminate rust stains from a cement driveway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to locate your sewer line.  Find out how a plumber can use a camera to perform a drain inspection and find your main sewer pipe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to fix down a creaking or squeeking floor.  Find out how to drill floor boards to the floor joist to stop a floor from squeaking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to LintEaster removes dryer lint.  Learn about this special tool with different brush attachments that cleans excess lint from your dryer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn about working with architects and contractors on an addition.  Find out why you should get a set of plans from an architect and then take them to several contractors to collect bids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to cut crown molding.  Find out how to use a mitre box and a T bevel to correctly saw your crown molding to follow the slope of your ceiling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to remove a fiberglass bathtub.  Find out how fiberglass tubs are usually installed with mortar and a wood frame, and how to use a saws awl to remove the tub in pieces. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to sand hardwood floors.  Find out how to remove adhesive from hardwood flooring, and why you should be careful about the sanding equipment you use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get recommended insulation r values.  Find out how dampness can impact the r value of your insulation if your roof is not properly ventilated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn whether to repair or replace a wood shingle roof.  Find out about Owens Corning roof shingles that stand up to high winds as in hurricanes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn the difference between traditional and solid core vinyl siding.  Find out how vinyl siding with built-in insulation may not be the most energy efficient option. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to relocate heating ducts.  Learn about alternative heating options like electric baseboard heat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to paint asbestos shingles.  Find out why you should be careful about powerwashing before painting, because asbestos shingles are only dangerous if they're broken apart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to fix nails popping out of drywall.  Find out how to use drywall screws to repair nail pops in sheetrock or drywall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to repair outdoor electric outlets.  Find out how to locate and reset ground fault circuits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out whether or not baseboard heating covers have an effect on efficiency.  Learn why maintaining air flow is the most important factor in choosing baseboard heating covers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to condensation problems in a pocket replacement window.  Find out why you don't need storm windows if you’ve used low-e thermal pane glass replacement windows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get tips for adding attic insulation.  Find out how to cover ducts and how to install fiberglass insulation bats perpendicular to ceiling joists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices