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

Live from the 2012 National Hardware Show: New Innovative Home Improvement Products, How to Get Phone Service for Free, Simple Storage Solutions and More 18.05.2012 38:49

Learn the latest trends in the home improvement industry as The Money Pit broadcasts from the 2012 National Hardware Show. Find out about trends such as getting your home phone service for free and making the most of your outdoor space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Live from the National Hardware Show, Part 2; Latest Trends in Home Improvement, How to Kill Weeds While You Sleep, How to Stop Mold Without Toxins, and More 16.05.2012 38:08

Find out the products that are making a splash at the 2012 National Hardware Show. Learn how you can continuously kill weeds without continuous poisons. Find out how you can stop mold and mildew stains in a non-toxic way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Have a Maintenance-Free Deck, Learn to Kill Weeds Effectively and Permanently, How to Have a Glass Door Without Giving Up Privacy, and more 11.05.2012 38:20

Learn one way you can enjoy a deck without all the maintenance. Find out how to kill weeds and keep them from coming back. Therma Tru has come up with a way to have the beauty of a glass door, without sacrificing privacy. Plus get answers to your home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Home Makeover Ideas for Mother's Day, How to Make Sure Your Lights Are Off When the Room Is Empty, Learn Ways to Find and Save Money for Home Improvements, and more 09.05.2012 37:04

Learn things you can do around the house to make your Mom happy for Mother’s Day. Find out about a product that senses when a room is empty and turns off the lights. Find out ways to find and save money for home improvements. Plus get answers to your Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A New Tool Makes DIY Demolition Easier, How to Fix Nicks in Wood Trim, Learn Ways to Keep Mold Out of Your House, and more 04.05.2012 37:18

Demolishing a wall can be easy and even fun with a new innovation from Stanley. Fixing nicks and gauges in wood trim is an easy DIY project. Learn how to keep dangerous mold out of your house. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions such Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Windows and Doors That Can Customize Your Home , How To Fix Holes In Your Lawn, Keeping Track of Your Home Maintenance 02.05.2012 37:02

Plus get answers to your home improvement questions such as, repairing sprinkler heads, painting a banister railing, refinishing hardwood flooring, spray in insulation, eliminating termites, Building a home from scratch, vacation home maintenance, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Earth Day 2012: Live from Times Square! 27.04.2012 36:07

The Money Pit Home Improvement Radio Show celebrates sustainability and the addition of our 300th radio station with a broadcast live from Times Square focusing on easy ways to go green in your home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Earth Day 2012: Going Green from the Crossroads of the World 25.04.2012 36:27

How to Add Curb Appeal by Adding Trim, Fix a Broken Chair Quickly and Inexpensively, How to Use a Ladder Safely, and more 20.04.2012 36:53

Learn how you can add curb appeal and value to your home without attracting pests. You can fix a broken wooden chair without replacing, or costing you an arm and a leg. Learn the proper way to use a ladder and prevent dangerous falls. Plus get answers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn an Easy Way to Replace Windows, The Correct Way to Plant a Tree, Learn if Solar Panels Are Right For You, and more 18.04.2012 36:22

Installing replacement windows can be a quick and easy project. Learn the right way to plant a tree and add beauty to your yard. Hear the latest information on solar panels and determine if they’re right for you. Plus get answers to your home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lighting To Change the Look of Your Room, Moss Elimination, Lawn Fertilizing 13.04.2012 37:24

Get answers to your home improvement questions about radon testing, replacing air conditioning, cleaning siding, furnace repair, replacing a roof, repairing a garage floor, installing wood flooring, avoiding leaks, heating a garage, and cleaning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fiberglass Doors, Woman Caves, Modular Green Housing 11.04.2012 37:16

Get answers to your home improvement questions about removing carpeting, septic systems, installing shingles, concrete porch repairs, energy efficient windows, removing unwanted trees, electrical problems, and vibrating pipes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Fight Humidity That Can Ruin Flooring, Repair Your Deck Cheaply and Easily, Modular Homes as a Green and Stylish Solution, and More 06.04.2012 37:15

Learn how to lower humidity underneath your home and save your wooden flooring. You can fix holes and cracks in your deck with wood filler so you don’t’ have to replace planks or spend a lot of money. Modular homes have become an inexpensive way to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn Which Appliance Features Are Right for Your Lifestyle, FEMA Explains How to Stay Safe in a Disaster, The Benefits of a Tankless Water Heater, and More 04.04.2012 36:30

Learn about picking appliances that save time and money. The Director of FEMA’s Ready campaign gives valuable advice on staying safe during a natural or manmade disaster. Learn why a tankless water heater may be an affordable solution to lowering your Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Pick the Right Paint Color for Your Home, Kitchen Countertops That Let You Go Green, Fighting Pet Hair Robotically, and more 30.03.2012 38:56

Learn ways to pick the right shade of paint for your home. How to go green while giving your kitchen a new look. Find out about the latest robotic vacuums for cleaning pet hair Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Select the Right Electric Generator, How to Inspect the Health of Your Roof, Learn About Faucets That Can Save Money and Water, and More 28.03.2012 38:46

Buying an electric generator now can save you money and avoid danger. Learn how to tell if your roof survived winter. Changing a faucet can add up to big savings of water and money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Add Drama and Security With Exterior Lighting, How to Keep Your Lawnmower Running Through Summer, How to Build a Good Fence, and More 23.03.2012 38:20

Learn what to consider when putting up outdoor lighting. Get tips on maintaining your lawnmower. Learn how to plan for a new fence. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions about, vinyl siding, eliminating carpenter ants, foundation repair, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Where to Look For Dangerous Germs in Your Home, Learn About the Growing Trend of Living Roofs, How to Hire a Contractor, and More 21.03.2012 38:09

Learn the places where dangerous germs and dirt might be growing in your home without you knowing. Living roofs are turning into a popular green option for your roofing needs. Learn how to hire a contractor that won’t leave you high and dry. Plus get Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Make Your Own Cleaning Supplies, How to Tell if Foundation Cracks Are Cosmetic or Structural, How to Sell Your Home in a Buyer's Market, and more 16.03.2012 38:19

Learn how to clean your house using common kitchen goods. How to tell if foundation cracks are cosmetic or something to worry about. Get tips on selling your home when the real estate market is slow. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Go Green for Saint Patrick's Day, Learn About the Latest in Thermostats from the Inventor of Nest, How to Reduce Humidity and Mold Growth, and More 14.03.2012 38:37

Learn ways to incorporate green living into your home for Saint Patrick’s Day. The inventor of the state-of-the-art thermostat, Nest, talks about energy savings. How to reduce humidity in your home and in turn reduce mold, mildew and bacteria. Plus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Old House TV heads to Rhode Island 09.03.2012 38:06

Restoring a forlorn beach house with oceanfront views. This project will involve a lot more than just aesthetics. While the first floor of the house sits just above the flood zone, it's in the "Zone II" wind zone, which means that it faces particular Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Renovation Of A Small House In Need Of A Big Makeover 07.03.2012 37:08

With its generous views of Narragansett Bay, the location was lovely. The 1,600-square-foot house was anything but. Built as a tiny, seasonal Cape Cod, it had fallen victim to a hodgepodge of poorly planned additions and remodels, most recently in the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cut the Cost of Your Hot Water Bill For Free, The Best Kitchen Lightning Options, Select the Best Home Fueling For Your Needs and More 02.03.2012 38:07

Learn ways to cut down your hot water costs without getting a new water heater. Learn how kitchen lighting makes a big difference and which lights are right for you. How to pick the best home fueling options for your needs. Plus get answers to your Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Pick the Right Quality Paint for Your Home, Composting Inside, The Dangers of Winter Sun Through Your Windows and More 29.02.2012 38:14

Cheaper isn’t always better when it comes to picking the right paint. Learn how you can compost inside in the colder months. Winter sun through your windows can damage your skin and furnishings. Learn how to protect your home against harmful sun rays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Use Leap Year to Leap into Home Improvement, How to Fix Cracks in Your Plaster, Prep Your Home for a Party and More 24.02.2012 39:51

Learn how to leap into the DIY world with easy-to-do projects like changing out light bulbs for energy efficient ones, how to stop a toilet leak and more. Learn how to fix cracks in your plaster with advice from This Old House general contractor Tom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices