The Money Pit Calls & Answers

Learn what to consider before swapping out your gas fireplace for a wood-burning fireplace.  Plus, discover the device that distributes heat more effectively throughout your home.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out what changes to roof insulation can keep costly ice dams from forming above them.  Plus, learn about a product you can install on your own that also keeps ice dams at bay.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn what factors cause a septic tank to require replacement, and how to determine whether it's time for a new one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Noises can be tough to get to the bottom of, but when a homes rattling or buzzing, there's always a reason.  Get tips for what to check first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn which steps to take before painting exterior wood and trim, and get Money Pit's opinion on which paint to use.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get the pros and cons of enginnered hardwood, including tips on installing it.  Plus, learn about a new type of radiant floor heat designed for engineered hardwood and laminate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A long distance from a hot water heater to a plumbing fixture means a long wait for hot water. Learn about a product that ensures hot showers faster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are several options for filling cracks in wooden decks and porches - which is crucial to keeping water from penetrating and damaging the wood.  The best solution for your porch is determined by whether or not you plan to paint.  Learn how to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get Money Pit's opinion on solar shingles vs. solar panels in terms of warranties and return on investment.  Plus get tips on removing and replacing asphalt shingles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Want to get years of use from your wooden shed, or another wooden outdoor structure?  The key is to prep, paint and stain them correctly.  Learn how to protect exterior wood for optimal function and appearance.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gets the pros and cons of different exterior insulation types.  Plus, learn which area of your house is probably responsible for the most heat loss - and how to fix it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A whole-house dehumidifier helps reduce moisture, but doesn't necessarily prevent flooding.  Find out why a tripped breaker that shuts down the dehumidifier is leading to basement flooding, and how to prevent it moving forward.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discover which water heater makes the most sense for point-of-use in a one-bedroom home.  Plus, learn about the most efficient type of electric water heater - it's pricier to install, but cheaper to run.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out what steps to take before you consider turning your home into a hotel, bed and breakfast, or some other type of rental property.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how ridge and soffit vents can improve attic insulation - some and stop leaks, as well.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most clog-free gutters are designed with leaves in mind.  Find out the best bet for keeping pine needles from getting into gutters and clogging them.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discover a product that works better than rock salt for keeping steps, ramps, driveways and walkways free of snow and ice.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discover the technology that helps you ID cracks in an underground sewage pipe - and learn how to fix the cracks that exist.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Planning on refinishing your basement for more living space?  Get tips to add insulation without allowing moisture to form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Attic fans are thought to pull hot air out of attics and lower coolig costs.  In actual practice, these can drive cooling costs UP. Find out why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fountains can be a beautiful accessory for any yard - except when they leak!  Get steps for repairing a leaking outdoor fountain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you have  room that doesn't heat evenly, it may be that it needs additional insulation or supplemental heat.  Get tips for both to solved the problem of a cold beadroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get tips for constructing an insulated floor above the grade for a 3 season room, and learn which type of windows to avoid if sunshine is your choice for heat! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out whey a well pump may run excessively and get ideas for steps to correct. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heating system leaks can be serious if not repaired quickly.  Find out how leaks are repaired and wether repair is a DIY project or best left to a plumber. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices