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Uneven heating is uncomfortable and drives up energy costs. Learn how smart home thermostats can balance heat across multiple rooms in your home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you're thinking about adding solar panels to your roof, should you replace your shingles first? The answer is: it depends! Find out why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do attic fans helps improve attic ventilation even if the attic already has ridge and other vents? Get tips on the best way to vent an attic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Central air conditioning systems can remove gallons of water from the air every day. Managing that water properly is the key to avoiding moisture damage and mold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get tips to free up stuck windows and find out how to learn if the stuck window is the result of poor installation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oak kitchen cabinets are unique and beautiful but the finish can be difficult to maintain. Get tips to restore the finish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The "Shimmy, Shimmy, and Shake" is a great dance move, just not for your washer and dryer! Get tips to prevent your washer & dryer shaking or vibrating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Floor joists or beams in older homes can sag. Find out how to reinforce floor joists without the need for major structural repair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Crawlspace flooding can be caused by poor yard drainage. Curtain drains can correct but are difficult to install. Get tips for an easier solution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Uneven heating between the first and second floors can waste energy and be very uncomfortable to live with. Get tips to improve air flow to improve uneven heating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Removing wallpaper can be a difficult and time-consuming task with no alternatives. But the Paper Tiger can make your job a whole lot easier. Listen here for more information! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wet basement floors are usually thought of as expensive problems but they are relatively easy to fix. Tom and Leslie explain the simple steps needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When using large ceramic tiles in a bathroom, the floor underneath must be rock solid to keep them from cracking. Find out how to properly install these tiles to stop them from cracking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With dozens of options in kitchen countertops, the choice can be overwhelming. Get tips on how to make the best countertop decision for your home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cement board siding can crack occasionally. Find out the best option for caulk that will not crack, leak or otherwise fail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the most common spots for roof failure is between the dormer and the flashing. Listen here to get more info on solutions on how to fix this problem in your money pit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices