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

Breathing New Life into Old Kitchen Cabinets, Diagnosing and Overcoming Common Lawn Problems, and the Best Car and Boat Cleaning Tool Yet! 19.06.2015 41:59

Some older kitchen cabinets can be refaced or refinished for a good-as-new look. Find out if yours are up for the job. Sick of those mysterious brown patches in your yard? Learn what they are, and how to get rid of them once and for all. And Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jump-Starting Your Car Battery On Your Own, Home Security Tips for Vacation, and Creating a Salvaged Wood Accent Wall 17.06.2015 41:58

The only thing scarier than a stranded car is asking a stranger for help. Discover a device smaller than an iPhone that lets you jumpstart your battery without another car. Find out which home security tactics intruders are on to, and how to really Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Standby Energy for Summer Storms, the Lawnmower of the Future, and Summer Safety Tips for Kids 12.06.2015 42:00

Power outages can get downright dangerous when temperatures are high. Find out how to keep lights and AC on when you’re the rest of your neighborhood’s dark. If your idea of a great Saturday doesn’t include time behind a lawnmower, rejoice: There’s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cooking with Induction Heat, Jump Your Car’s Battery Without Help from Another Driver, and Mold Inspection That Won’t Break Your Budget 10.06.2015 42:03

Offering fast cooking time and added efficiency, induction ranges are the newest trend in home kitchens. Find out whether they’re right for you. Discover the hottest new automobile technology that keeps you and your car from getting stranded ever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Save Your Home – and Life – With One Inexpensive Device, Adding an Outdoor Kitchen, and Ladder Safety Tips 05.06.2015 41:26

Does the thought of an electrical fire keep you up at night? Kick worry to the curb with an easy-to-install device that stops electrical fires before they start - for less than thirty bucks. And don’t just spice up your meals, spice up cooking and Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Roof That Adds Style and Value, How to Get Some Rugged R and R on a "MakeCation," and Tips on Planting a Cocktail Garden 03.06.2015 41:57

Roofs are expensive, but discover which roof can earn you some of that cash back. And a relaxing vacation is good for some people, but a "MakeCation" full of DIY lessons and workshops might be the best type of getaway for you! Learn how you can Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Repairing Granite Countertops, Dealing with Termites and Rot and How To Update Your Air Conditioner 29.05.2015 41:33

Get tips on the right way to repair chips in granite countertops, find out how to tell the difference between termite and rot damage and learn how to upgrade your air conditioner for comfort and efficiency, and get answers to your questions about, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prevent Dogs from Digging Holes in Your Yard, How to Determine the Maximum Wattage When Shopping for Light Bulbs, and Trendy New Colors Now Name After Cartoon Characters 27.05.2015 42:30

Now that Spring gardens are in full bloom, so are our dogs who must be frustrated gardeners with all the holes they like to dig! Get tips to cure dogs from this pesky habit. Plus find out how to choose the safest energy efficient light bulb when all you have to go on is a "maximum wattage" rating that was designed for incandescent bulbs. And if you (or your kids!) are fans of "Despicable Me," y...

Save Time On Outdoor Cleaning, Go Natural With Your In-Ground Pool , and Keep Ticks – and Their Diseases – Away. 22.05.2015 41:41

Cut down on outdoor cleaning time with a hot new product that adds soap to garden hose water. Make your yard greener – and more beautiful – with a natural swimming pool. And get tips for keeping ticks – including those carrying the lethal Powassan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Getting Rid of Bedbugs, Top Products from the National Hardware Show, and the One Thing You Should Do Before Moving Into a New Home 20.05.2015 41:41

There are countless options out there for getting rid of bedbugs. Find out which ones actually work – and which to avoid. Hear which new products had everyone talking at this year’s National Hardware Show. Learn why paintbrushes, rollers, and tarps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Money Pit Broadcasts from the Top Products Pavilion at the 2015 National Hardware Show 15.05.2015 42:38

Learn all about the National Hardware Show and get inside info on the home improvement trends for spring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Money Pit Broadcasts from the Top Products Pavilion at the 2015 National Hardware Show 13.05.2015 42:17

Learn all about the National Hardware Show and get inside info on the home improvement trends for spring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Where To Find Top Contractors, Natural - and Cheap! - Pest Control Solutions, and Making Used Paintbrushes Like New 08.05.2015 41:52

The next time you splurge on a home improvement pro, make sure it's the right guy - or gal - for the job! Learn how to find the top professional in your neck of the woods. Find out which plants make effective, inexpensive, and safe natural pesticides. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Saving On Homeowners Insurance, Adding Low Voltage Lights, and How to Decode Window Rating Labels 06.05.2015 42:16

Find out which small home improvements can lead to big savings on monthly insurance premiums. Learn how to install low voltage lighting in your yard or garden - it's easier than you think! And discover everything you need to know about shopping for Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Updating Kitchen Cabinets on a Budget, Creating Natural Sound Barriers, and a Ladder That Raises the Bar on Comfort and Safety 01.05.2015 41:53

Find out whether your kitchen cabinets are candidates for an inexpensive – but impressive - facelift. Learn how trees can effectively block noise from outside your home. Discover an innovative new ladder that’s as comfortable, and nearly as safe, as Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Clean Paintbrushes, What Prospective Homebuyers Need to Know, and a New Use for Greenhouses 29.04.2015 42:24

Stop tossing paintbrushes – and dollars. Learn how to clean any type of bristle for ongoing use. Discover whether a rebounding real estate market and record low interest rates mean it’s time for you to buy. And greenhouses have always been full of Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DIY Drywall Repairs, Germs You Might Be Missing, and Getting to the Bottom of Cracks in Your Home’s Foundation 24.04.2015 41:51

Learn how to fix drywall pops, cracks, and holes without calling – or paying - a contractor. Discover which germs are most commonly overlooked - and how you can get rid of them before they get to your health. And find out whether those foundation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prep-Free Painting, The Perks of Porches, And Bringing Spring Cleaning Outdoors For Big –and Profitable– Results. 22.04.2015 41:56

Learn which hot new product cuts down on painting prep- and can even eliminates it altogether. Find out what your porch could be doing for you, and return the favor by adding some cool upgrades. And “spring cleaning” the outside of your house pays Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spring Gardening Basics, How to Lay a Stepping Stone Path, and Outdoor Living Trends for 2015 17.04.2015 41:45

Kick start signs of spring with Money Pit’s gardening tips – including how to get those buds to bloom ASAP. Learn how to give your grass a break from all that foot traffic – and add charm in the process – with a stepping stone path through your yard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spring Deck Checkup, Bat a Thousand with Bold Paint Colors, and Prep-Free Painting 15.04.2015 42:18

Learn to make sure your deck is safe before it’s covered in furniture and guests. Get rules of thumb for going bold on siding, shutters, and trim. And discover a new paint that gets rid of the need for priming and sanding. Plus, get answers to your Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hidden Household Hazards, DIY Arbors and Pergolas, and Mulching 101 10.04.2015 42:05

You feel safe and sound at home, but what if the opposite is true? Learn how to find and fix hidden hazards that could be adding danger to your digs. Plus, bring your yard and garden to new heights – literally – by adding an arbor or pergola. Get Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Earth-Friendly Countertops, Yardwork Safety Tips, and 21st Century Cedar Shakes and Shingles 08.04.2015 42:09

Find out which kitchen countertops are best for Mother Nature – and your health. Get advice on safety precautions to take when working outside in your lawn or garden.. And don’t write off shakes and shingles just yet: Finally, a new line blends the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Take Advantage of the Starbucks Affect, Using Flowers to Create an Entranceway, and an All-Purpose Paint That Packs a Punch 03.04.2015 42:13

Live near a Starbucks? Find out what it means for your home's resale value. Learn how flowers and other greenery can add a wow factor to your walkway and front entrance. And discover a spray paint that lasts longer and is easier to apply. Plus, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Take the Bite out of Backyard Fun with Screens, Planting an Edible Garden, and Bathroom Remodeling for Under $100 01.04.2015 42:06

Do you find BUGS enjoy your yard as much as you do? Screen in outdoor spaces to take the bite out of backyard fun. Do your grocery budget a favor: Learn how to plant a vegetable garden that delivers produce all summer long. And discover inexpensive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Easy Ways to Make Your Home a Smart Home, Tile Grout Cleaning, and Spring Lawn Care Tips 27.03.2015 42:09

Get advice on how to make your home a smart home, quickly, easily and inexpensively. Ready to put that green thumb to work? Discover a few easy steps toward your greenest spring lawn yet! And if your bathroom’s feeling drab and dirty, the problem Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices