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

How to Plant a Shrub, Save Energy and Money with One Simple Step, How to Decorate Your Walls with Photos and more 02.04.2014 39:38

Learn step-by-step instructions for planting a shrub to bring some interest to your landscaping. Discover the one thing you are doing that can cause your electric bill to spike and how to save energy and money. Find out how to take those Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spruce Up Any Room with Wainscoting, How to Give Your Roof a Spring Check Up, Use Paint to Give Items New Life and more 28.03.2014 39:12

Get steps to install wainscoting to add sophistication and architectural detail to any room of your house. Find out what to look for when checking out your roof after a long, hard winter. Use spray paint to give many items around the house a new Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Replacement Window Efficiency Guidelines, Caring For Trees in Spring, Getting a Better Night's Sleep, How to Get Product Safety Recall Information and more 26.03.2014 39:04

Learn the difference between low-E and U-value when shopping for replacement windows to get the windows that are most energy efficient. Find out what you need to know to care for the trees in your yard during a very wet spring thaw. Discover the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spring Maintenance Checklist, How to Avoid Electrical Fires, Dispose of Hazardous Waste Properly and more 21.03.2014 39:13

Ready to get outside after a long, hard winter? Better take a spring maintenance checklist with you! We’ve got a list of chores to do around the house as well as outside the house. Learn how to avoid a certain kind of electrical fire with an arc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Get Payback on a Bad Contractor, Outdoor Lighting Design, Ideas for Woman Caves, How to Clear Clutter and Make Money and more 19.03.2014 39:42

Find out how comedian and master carpenter Adam Corolla is catching contractors how have done shoddy work and getting them to make good. Get tips on outdoor lighting design to show off your spring curb appeal. Get ideas for woman caves, areas of the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Build a Brick Paver Patio, Spring Cleaning Dos and Don'ts, How to Prepare Your Home for Sale and more 14.03.2014 39:12

Get step by step advice on building your own brick paver patio, a great way to increase outdoor entertaining space and add value to your home. Learn what NOT to do when it comes to spring cleaning, plus get a few quick tips to make those dreaded Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Avoiding Termite Infestations, Outdoor Entertaining Ideas, Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day, Forgotten Cleaning Tips and More 12.03.2014 39:11

Get expert advice on how to identify as well as avoid a termite infestation. Learn the results of a new survey that show the outdoor entertaining must haves for 2014, including why fire pits, lighting and pools topped the list. Find out about the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Home Improvements Skyrocket, How to Repair Broken Sash Cords, How to Budget for a Move and more 07.03.2014 39:06

Learn why home improvements are increasing and why homeowners feel confident enough to spend money renovating their homes again. Ready to open the windows? If yours won’t STAY open, learn what could be causing the problem and how to fix it. Often a Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lighting Design Ideas for the Kitchen, How to Go Green at Home Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, The Best Way to Build a Fence and more 05.03.2014 39:09

You probably do more than just cook in your kitchen. It’s a space for homework, eating, bill paying and more. So why just light it one way? Learn about kitchen lighting design and shed light on your tasks the right way! Take some simple steps to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Get Organized by Tossing What You Don’t Need, How to Maintain Your Septic System, How to Determine the Value of Your Home, How to Prevent Frozen Pipes and more 28.02.2014 39:07

Learn what you need to get rid of right now to help you be better organized. Learn what steps to take to keep you septic system running smoothly. Find out the best way to determine the value of your home before putting it on the market. Get Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Top Trends from the International Builders Show, Getting the Most Return on Your Home Improvement Investment, Setting a Home Maintenance Budget, Going Green in a Few Easy Steps and more 26.02.2014 39:10

Learn about the top five trends for 2014 from the International Builders Show, including an increased demand for a high tech home. Learn what home improvements will bring you the best return on your investment. Find out how much money should be put Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Top Five Home Improvement Mistakes to Avoid, Cut Down High Hot Water Bills, Learn About the Warm Color Hues that Will Chase Away Winter Blues and more 21.02.2014 39:10

The remodeling outlook for 2014 is very strong. Learn what home improvement mistakes to avoid before you take on that next project. Find out simple ways to cut costs when it comes to your water heater. Get tips on colors that will chase away winter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Make Your Own Compost, Why Garage Doors are Now a Big Part of Your Home’s Curb Appeal, Breaking Down the Cost of Painting the Outside of Your House and more 19.02.2014 39:14

Learn how to make your own compost in your garage, mudroom or laundry room to get a head start on a spring garden that thrives. Find out why garage doors don’t have to be plain, boring white and why the curb appeal factor can get amped up with the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Garage Heating Options, How to Frame a Partition Wall, Energy Saving Projects Under $50 and more 14.02.2014 40:09

As record cold temperatures sweep the nation, learn about options to heat your garage and keep it comfortable all year long. Need extra space? Get step-by-step advice on turning one room into two when you learn how to frame a partition wall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Easy Tips on Good Lighting Design, Light Bulb Options from the EPA, Red Carpet Makeovers, Winter Pet Care Advice and more 12.02.2014 40:09

Learn how good lighting design can help create the right amount of light for every area of your house. Find out which light bulbs were recently banned and what to replace them with from an Energy Star expert with the EPA. Get tips on how to bring Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Garage Heating Options, How to Frame a Partition Wall, Energy Saving Projects Under $50 and more 07.02.2014 39:38

Instead of candy or chocolates, learn how to makeover your master bedroom into a retreat that will make for a romantic Valentine’s Day. Find out how to prevent accidental poisoning at home with safety precautions on storing chemicals, cleaning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Easy Tips on Good Lighting Design, Light Bulb Options from the EPA, Red Carpet Makeovers, Winter Pet Care Advice and more 05.02.2014 39:39

Learn about the perfect projects you can take on inside during winter to keep your home maintenance up to date. Find out what kind of home improvements have been done at the White House just in time for President’s Day, and learn what it takes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Free Yourself from Frozen Locks and Doors, DIY Safety Tips, Home Improvement Life Hacks and more 31.01.2014 39:36

Freezing winter temps can sometimes mean your doors, windows and locks get stuck. Learn how to unfreeze them and keep them from sticking again. Before you take on inside winter DIY projects, get advice on how to work smart and safe. Tom and Leslie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Benefits of a Home Sprinkler System to Protect Against Fires, How to Get Organized for the New Year, Learn to Make Your Home Safe for People of Every Age and more 29.01.2014 39:08

Find out how a residential sprinkler system can protect your home from fire damage and give you and your family time to get out safely. Get tips on clearing clutter and refreshing your home from a professional organizer. Learn how to make your home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Black Out Survival Tips, Should You Go Solar?, How to Organize Your Home and Create Clutter Free Landing Zones and more 24.01.2014 39:06

Learn what you need to know to survive a power outage, including what to have on hand and what NOT to do. Everywhere you look, solar panels are popping up on rooftops. Find out if it pays to go solar. And learn how one simple household item Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Electricity Use is DOWN Among Homeowners, Learn How to Find and Eliminate Mold, Get Winter Safety Tips for Clearing Your Car of Ice and Snow and more 22.01.2014 39:09

New reports show electricity use is down among average homeowners, even though we own more electronics that ever. Find out why and learn what you can do to cut utility bills even more. Learn how to find and eliminate mold in your home. Get Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2014 Color of the Year, Create a Hobby Room for Your Favorite Pastime, Hot Water Baseboard or Forced Air: Best Heating Option for You and more 17.01.2014 39:08

Ready for a new color in the new year? Find out about the 2014 Color of the Year and learn how to incorporate it into your décor scheme. Have you always wanted to create a special space for your hobby? Get advice on finding a place to engage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Super Bowl Party Tips for a Great Game Day, How to Buy a Foreclosed Home, Fire Safety Tips for Homeowners and more 15.01.2014 39:38

Get tips for entertaining your guests for a great Super Bowl party. Looking to save money on your dream home? Learn how to look for and purchase a foreclosed home, including what pitfalls to avoid. Residential fires peak in winter. Find out Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Choose a Paint Color That’s Right for You, Fire Prevention Month: Smoke Detector Choice Can Save Lives, Roof Replacement Tips and more 10.01.2014 39:07

Learn how to choose a paint color for any room in your house, including tips on checking colors in different types of lighting to see how it will look when complete. January is Fire Prevention Month. Learn why the type of smoke detector you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bold, New Paint Color Choices for the Front Door, Dispelling Mortgage Myths, Eco-Friendly Kids Room Options and more 08.01.2014 39:38

Learn the bold, new paint color trends for your front door for 2014. If your goal is paying off your mortgage, you might be surprised to learn that one financial expert says having no monthly payment is a myth. Learn other mortgage myths and Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices