Leslie Segrete

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast

Education EN ↓ 2091 episodes

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

Stain Tips for Decks and Fences, The Buzz on Backyard Bee Hives and Tips for Screening Porches and Patios 03.06.2016 42:12

This is a great time of year to give wood decks, trim or fencing a spruce up. Tom and Leslie have tips on how to pick the perfect stain to spruce up surfaces for the season. Plus, find out how to build your own backyard bee hives and get tips on Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Finding Hidden Storage Spaces, Fresh Filtered Water from Your Fridge and How to Stop Mold, Mildew, Algae and Moss 01.06.2016 43:37

Want to be better organized but simply need more space? Tom and Leslie have tips on “hidden spaces” in the home that can make for a great storage solution. Plus find out how to get fresh filtered water from your refrigerator, and learn the best way Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How To Protect Your Home from Storm Damage, Tips on Trouble Free Plants and How to Contract with Your Contractor 27.05.2016 43:04

Spring storms can turn everyday objects into projectiles that can do serious damage to your home. Tom and Leslie deliver tips on a DIY inspection that can help you spot small repairs before they grow in to big problems. Plus get tips on how to select Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Building Blocks for Backyard Projects, Ideas for Easy Appliance Cleaning and How to Spot Termites Before they Dine on Your House 25.05.2016 43:05

Tom and Leslie deliver tips on creating projects like grill surrounds, fire pits, and benches that are as easy to build as stacking blocks. Find out the easy way to make sure your appliances are clean, and get advice on how to spot termites before Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fixing Stuck Windows, Replacing Your Fence and Tips on Choosing Colors 20.05.2016 45:10

Now that you have your windows open more often, are you noticing that they’re not easy to GET open and closed? Tom & Leslie have tips to get these sliding once again. Plus, find out the step-by-step to fence replacement; get tips for choosing paint Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bath Updates to Cut Water Costs, Getting Grills Ready for Summer, Best Home Improvement Projects for House Value and More 18.05.2016 44:15

Want to save water in the bath but make sure you still get the flow or flush to do the job? Tom & Leslie have tips on how to swap out water wasters with WaterSense fixtures and faucets that can do the job and cuts costs. Plus get tips on how to get Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keep Home Furnishings from From Fading in the Sun, Fixing Smelly Water and Tips to Get Your Grill Ready, and more 13.05.2016 43:37

Direct sunlight can fade furniture and floors, and raise energy costs. In this show, Tom & Leslie deliver tips to keep damaging UV rays away. Plus, find out how to fix smelly water problems, learn how to make your grill safe for a season of BBQ fun, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Solutions for Soggy Yards #0509161 11.05.2016 43:39

Tips for fixing rain-drenched lawns and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fixing Flooded Yards, Easy Cleaning Tips, Adding Outdoor Lighting 06.05.2016 46:07

Is there spot in your yard where water seems to always collect? Tom and Leslie have tips on a DIY solution that’s simple to install. Plus, Get DIY window cleaning tips, including a recipe for a solution that cost just pennies to mix up. Scott Caron, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How-to Get the Look of Wood without the Maintenance, Tips for Building Fences and How to know if a Home is Worth Fixing 04.05.2016 46:40

Get tips on composites that deliver the beauty without the maintenance. Find out how to build a fence that can stand up to termites, rot and more. Tom and Leslie share tips on how to determine if a home is really worth fixing. Plus get answers to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tiny Home Revolution Goes DIY, Stone Walls That Stand and Tips to Keep Your Home Water Tight Through Spring Storms 29.04.2016 43:39

Tiny homes have become all the rage – find out how one major retailer is offering tiny home kits for DIYers. Get tips on building a stone wall that will stand the test of time. Find out how to keep spring rains from finding their way into your home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spring Cleaning Hacks, Tips to Make Soggy Yards Disappear and How to determine if a home is Green 27.04.2016 42:02

Get spring cleaning shortcuts to get it done faster. Find out how to make soggy yards disappear without the use of difficult to install French drains and find out how to determine if a home is truly green and energy efficient. Plus get answers to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Insuring Your Contractor, Designer Deck Ideas, Ventilation for New Homes and more 22.04.2016 43:38

If you’re hiring a contractor for a home improvement project this spring, make sure you’re covered in case of injury at your house. Get ideas for a luxury deck makeover to increase space and value for less money than a home addition. Learn why new Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Patio Design and Installation Tips, Cottage Style Painting Techniques, What to Look for in an AC Checkup and more 20.04.2016 43:06

Looking for a space to relax, entertain or cook? A patio fits the bill. Get advice on designing and installing one for a very do-able DIY project. Leslie has great ideas for painting techniques to achieve a cottage style look in any room. And find Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Keep Wildlife Out of Your Yard, Tips on How Much Mulch to Use, Advice for Storing Flammable Liquids and more 15.04.2016 46:37

Spring can bring out more than flower and tree buds. Learn how to keep wildlife out of your yard. Mulch can be a great insulator for your flower beds, but too much mulch can suffocate roots. Learn how much to use. Get advice for storing dangerous Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spring Cleaning Things that Never Get Cleaned, Using Kitchen Items as Organizing Tools and more 13.04.2016 46:43

Get advice on how to clean things in your home that rarely get cleaned, like the underside of your kitchen range hood. Discover life hacks for organizing that include using kitchen items like muffin tins. Plus get answers to your home improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Trouble Shoot Your Vacuum Cleaner, What You Can Do to Avoid Shower Shock, When is it Time to Upgrade Your Electrical Panel and more 08.04.2016 43:36

If your vacuum cleaner just doesn’t seem to have to same sucking power it used to, don’t get rid of it just yet. Get some simple trouble shooting tips to see if you can breathe new life into your old vacuum. If you suddenly get a blast of too hot or Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why You Need a Soil Test, Tips on Apartment Gardening, Advice to Avoid Accidental Poisoning and more 06.04.2016 43:45

Find out why a soil test might clue you in to specific care guidelines for your lawn. Get ideas for gardening when you have very limited outdoor space. Discover why accidental poisoning is a high risk at home and learn what you can do to prevent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Smart Tips for Saving Electricity, Spring Cleaning in the Garage, Five Signs that Signal a Deck Collapse and more 01.04.2016 43:38

Is charging all those smart devices draining your wallet? Get tips on how to charge your devices without spending a fortune on electricity. Take on spring cleaning with a good look at your garage. We’ve got advice on garage cleaning and safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DIY Pendant Lighting, Backsplash Design Trends, Flooring Choices and more 30.03.2016 43:45

Get advice on how pendant lighting can totally change the look of a room, and find out how you can install pendant lighting yourself. Learn about the latest looks for your kitchen backsplash including new materials and patterns. Find out about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Post Home Inspection Steps for House Sale, Yard Drainage Solutions, How to Clean Window Screens and more 25.03.2016 43:38

You’ve had your home inspection, and several issues have turned up. Now what? Learn how to navigate the negotiation process. Melting snow plus spring showers mean a wet yard. Get tips to manage yard drainage. Ready to open windows? Find out how to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Make Sure Your Drinking Water is Safe, Steps for Installing a Drip Irrigation System, Call Before You Dig and more 23.03.2016 43:45

After news of the drinking water disaster in Flint, Michigan, how can you make sure your water is safe to drink, bathe in and cook with? Tom and Leslie have advice to help. If you want to save water and still have a lush, green yard, you can install Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Find out About Home Related Tax Deductions, Circuit Breakers and Other Electrical Safety Tips, Adhesives for your DIY Tool Box and more 18.03.2016 43:39

It’s almost tax time. If you’d like to spare yourself as much as possible, it’s time to look into tax deductions related to home ownership. Learn which deductions are available. Circuit breakers are and essential part of your electrical panel to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get Ideas for Home Improvements that Pay Off, New Kitchen Trends, How to Clean Overlooked Areas of Your Home and more 16.03.2016 43:43

If you’d like to invest in home improvements that will allow you to recoup costs when you sell, look into the annual cost versus value report for ideas. Get the top ROI improvements from Tom and Leslie. Learn about new kitchen trends using mixed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Advice on Spring Project TO-DO List, Baby Proofing Tips, How to Know When to Use a Heat Gun, Soldering Iron or Torch and more 11.03.2016 43:39

Spring is in the air and it’s time to take on those projects you’ve been putting off. Get advice on which projects you should take on, starting with regular maintenance on your home. Get tips on how to make your home baby proof before you start Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices