Leslie Segrete

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast

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Does your home ever feel like “a Money Pit?” It doesn’t have to be that way! As host of The Money Pit Podcast, a money pit is not a disaster – it’s a home you love! Whether you’re dealing with a repair or dreaming about a reno, consider me your coach, helper or home improvement therapist for all things remodeling, decor or fix up! From bathrooms to basements, demolition to décor and gardening to garages, I'll share non-biased expertise to help you tackle your to-do’s with confidence. Taking care of a home can be a combination of love, pride and heart-stopping fear - but I promise to help you...

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Leslie Segrete

Episodes

Fastest Way to Get Bright Spring Blooms 24.04.2019 44:07

Are you ready to see more signs of spring? So are we! Tom & Leslie share tips to jump start your garden and get those flowers blooming –plus answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kitchen Cleaning Tips for Better Air Quality 22.04.2019 43:18

Kitchen may be where the heart is but if you don’t keep it clean, it can also be a source of pollution got your home! Tom and Leslie share cleaning tips to freshen the air, plus offer tips on backyard projects, garage safety and answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Quick Kitchen Cabinet Solutions 17.04.2019 42:53

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4 Secrets to a Lush Green Lawn 15.04.2019 44:01

Have you tried to grow lush green lawn but feel like you’re losing the battle to bald spots and weeds? Tom and Leslie share 4 key tips to make sure your lawn thrives, plus, answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Junk Drawer Fire Dangers You Need to Know 10.04.2019 43:37

Did you know one very common household item found in most junk drawers can cause a serious fire? Tom and Leslie share safety tips. Plus get Spring cleaning secrets to power through outside projects and answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Easy Window Cleaning Tips & More 08.04.2019 42:31

Let the sun shine through with easy DIY window cleaning tips, including a recipe for a solution you can make yourself for just pennies. Plus, expert grout cleaning tips, solid advice for building a shed and answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Porches Become Popular Again 03.04.2019 42:35

Remember the days when we all sat outside, chatted with neighbors and enjoyed a nice, cold drink on a porch? You may get another chance! Porches are making a HUGE comeback. Tom & Leslie share the details, plus answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Keep Wildlife Away from Gardens 01.04.2019 43:39

Deer and rabbits are a sign of spring – but maybe not a WELCOME one if they’re in your garden! Tom & Leslie share tips to keep these intruders away, plus answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Finding Space in Small Kitchen 27.03.2019 43:09

Small kitchens can be tough places to work in. But a few modest updates can make it feel bigger and work better. Tom & Leslie have tips, plus, answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Affordable Apartment Décor 25.03.2019 43:02

Ready to move to a new apartment? Tom & Leslie have simple decorating ideas to make your apartment feel like home and make sure you get that security deposit back at the end of your lease. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Super-Efficient Heating and Cooling 20.03.2019 43:04

We spend more money heating and cooling our homes than just about any other expense. Tom and Leslie share new system that provides four times the efficiency of any other system on the market. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Downsizing for Empty Nesters 18.03.2019 42:38

Are you an empty nester looking to downsize? Find out why droves of older Americans are trading in all that extra space for a cozy, low-budget, tiny homes. Plus, get answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Top Home Improvement Trends for Spring 13.03.2019 42:30

As the weather warms, the kickoff of the home improvement season gets closer – millions of homeowners are thinking about their next big project. Tom & Leslie highlight the innovations that will have the biggest impact on American housing, plus answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best Projects NOT to Do 11.03.2019 43:35

If you’re looking for projects that add value to your home, there are many you might do, but almost as many you should avoid! Tom & Leslie help sort out the ones to avoid, plus answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Secret Sauce for Laundry Room Remodels 04.03.2019 42:32

Remodeling a laundry room is a very popular project that can make laundry a lot easier. But even though it’s a small space, it requires big planning and several types of pros to get it done. Tom and Leslie share the secrets to success, plus answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Getting the Perfect “Light-Scape” for Your Home 28.02.2019 43:33

Most consumers focus on how their landscape looks but not on their “LIGHT” scape! Tom & Leslie share tips to get a whole new nighttime view with the right combo of exterior lighting, plus answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mixed Metal Design Trends for Kitchens 27.02.2019 43:06

Planning a kitchen re-do? Tom & Leslie provide tips to infuse energy into your kitchen by using mixed metal finishes for appliance, faucets and countertops. Plus, get answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tile Trends from Gritty to Chic 25.02.2019 43:07

Ready to step up indoor décor with a new tile project? Tom & Leslie have tips on hot new tile trends using materials including wood, plaster, resin and steel Plus, get answer to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Least Expensive Way to Heat a House 20.02.2019 43:04

When it comes to heating your home, there are many choices in heating fuel -- but not all are efficient? Tom & Leslie help sort the differences between oil, gas, propane and electric heat to find out which delivers the best energy efficiency, plus answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Avoiding Winter Wind Damage 18.02.2019 43:03

Winter storms can cause obvious structural damage but there can also be hidden damage that turns into big expenses later on. Tom & Leslie have tips on how to check your house for both the visible and Invisible. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best Paint Colors for Brighter Moods 13.02.2019 43:07

Feel the winter doldrums? Tom & Leslie share ideas on the best paint colors to spark a better mood and a brighter space. Plus, get answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cool Kitchen Renos for Renters 11.02.2019 43:09

If you’re a renter,and hate your kitchen, you may think there’s not a whole lot you can do about it! Tom & Leslie share 5 kitchen fix ups that won’t break your security deposit, plus answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Simple Storage Hacks 06.02.2019 43:05

Did you know that ONE household item can help rid of clutter? Tom & Leslie share a slew of simple storage hacks, plus answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Silencing Noisy Houses 04.02.2019 43:05

Does your house have annoying squeaks, bangs and thuds – even in the middle of the night? Tom & Leslie share tricks figuring out where the sounds are coming, plus answer your home improvement question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NASCAR Legend Jeff Gordon Talks About His Home Improvements, Keeping Termites Away, Choosing the Right Vacuum and more 01.02.2019 42:03

NASCAR superstar Jeff Gordon joins Money Pit hosts Tom and Leslie to talk about his own money pit and the home improvements he’s made, along with his biggest challenge when it comes to home projects. Plus, April showers are on their way – which means Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices