The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast

When the weather outside is frightful, icicles are NOT so delightful and could lead to big roof leaks. In this episode, Tom & Leslie have tips, plus ideas on how to attract winter birds and smart strategies to carve out space for hobbies, including: The 3 most popular types of roof that stand up to winter’s harsh weather and the one element that is often left out of a roof replacement and leads to...

Tired of having to walk to dog at all hours of the winter day? Tom & Leslie walk though the best options in doggy doors, plus dish out the best recipe to make sidewalk ice disappear with destroying concrete and share a $20 improvement that will provide more hot water. Adding a doggy door lets your pooch walk him or herself! Learn how to pick the right door (there’s at least 4 types!), get it prope...

Want your new place to look good, but your budget looks pretty bad? Tom and Leslie have tips for makeovers that require little to absolutely NO cash. Plus: Have you ever thought about adding solar panels to your home? Hearing lots of promises on how much money you’ll save? Tom shares the “creative math” some solar companies use to make the deal looks a lot better than it really is. If you’re just...

With winter temperatures at record lows across the country – a heated garage might sound pretty good to you! Tom & Leslie have garage heating options, solutions for doors that stick and ways to save money by upcycling furniture. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you tired of having to dust all the time, or always sneezing? Tom & Leslie share tips to get you breathing easier, share tips on renter’s insurance must-haves and poison prevention - plus, answer your home improvement questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you have a newer house that lacks the vintage charm of an older classic home? Tom & Leslie have tips to add vintage classics to any age home, plus tips for the best attic insulation option and answers to your home improvement questions including Leveling a house, ideas on remodeling , Heating house efficiently, proper way to prepare for painting and many other questions. Learn more about your a...

Get DIY tips to help you turn a ho-hum space into a home theater. Find out how to avoid creepy Christmas tree bugs that may have attached themselves to your holiday tree and learn home wallpaper is making a big comeback. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions about hiring an insurance adjuster, fixing cracks in stucco , solving sink problems, and solutions for hot water shortage and more...

Are you jumping into holiday décor? Tom & Leslie share tips for door décor, plus highlight handy American made tools and offer tips to fix weak or broken steps and railings before holiday guests arrive. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did you ever start a home improvement project only to have it all go terribly wrong? Tom & Leslie share tips to save your project, and your pride. Plus, how to securely hang heavy pictures, a winter ready checklist and the answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ready to shop for a fresh holiday tree? Tom & Leslie share secrets for choosing one that can last the season, offer fast fixes for stuck garbage disposers, highlight new smoke detector technology plus answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Got some small projects to get done before the holidays? Tom & Leslie share tips for hiring a handyman, solve electrical problems and offer tips for those shopping for snowblowers, plus answer your questions to 888-MONEY PIT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are winter drafts sailing through your windows but you’re not ready for the expense, time or hassle of replacing them? Tom & Leslie share new option that’s easy to install, cuts drafts by 80% and is affordable. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As temperatures drop, are your water pipes ready to stand up to the cold? Tom & Leslie share tips to stop frozen pipes, plus easy space-saving bath remodeling and the 4-step plan to remove wallpaper. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you looking forward to a winter full of enjoying a roaring fireplace? Well, you’d better make sure your chimney is up for the challenge. Tom & Leslie have tips to keep your home safe and sound, plus answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Now that we are in full on heating season, Smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarms are crucial for home safety – but many are not properly installed or maintained. Tom & Leslie have tips to keep you safe, plus answers to your questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom & Leslie share home staging secrets to fast sales, introduce a new concept in green cleaning products, offer kitchen fire safety tips and answer your questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Got a garage door that’s not making a very good first impression for your home? Tom & Leslie share tips on doors that are made better, look better and are more secure than ever before. Plus, answer your questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you’ve been thinking about a remodeling project and wondering what to do with your ceiling – I’ll bet there’s one type you’ve totally ruled out – a drop ceiling. Tom & Leslie share why you might want to give these easy to install tiles a 2nd look plus, answer your home improvement questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you’re hoping to avoid the flu in the coming months, hands-free, motion-activated faucets may be a healthy fit for your home. Tom & Leslie share how to choose one that’ll will work for your space, plus answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you want to take on just about any outdoor project like building a patio, deck, fence or adding a room, you need to know the exact dimensions of your lot. Tom & Leslie have tips for hiring surveyors that can help, plus answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Building a fence is a great way to improve your home’s curb appeal, home value and keep out the wildlife. Tom & Leslie have tips to help you get started. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the internet touching practically every aspect of kids’ lives, keeping them safe online is an important topic for many parents. Tom & Leslie have tips for a stress-free easy-to-install solution, plus, answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fall is actually the perfect time to take on big projects that will add enjoyment next spring and for many years to come like building a deck or patio. Tom & Leslie share tips, plus, answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If your concrete walks and driveway are looking worn, now’s a good time to restore those surfaces before snow and ice starts to fall. We’ll share an easy DIY way to do just that, Plus answers to your questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are heating costs sending a chill down your spine, even when your house is warm! Tom & Leslie have tips for spending less on heating Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices