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...

Author

Leslie Segrete

Episodes

Fixing Your Home for the Visually Impaired, Home Repairs in Less Than 30 Minutes, How To Tackle a Woodworking Project and More 22.02.2012 38:10

Learn ways to make your home more accessible for someone with vision problems. Pressed for Time? Learn important home repairs you can accomplish in less than 30 minutes. Get the basics on woodworking from Rough Cut host, Tommy Macdonald. Plus get Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trace the History of Your Home, The History of the White House, Keeping Your Pets Safe in Winter and More 17.02.2012 39:53

Learn how to trace the history of your home and unlock its secrets. Find out about the history of the White House and what it takes to maintain the President’s home. Get tips on keeping your pets safe and warm during winter. Plus get answers to your Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Snow Removal Tips, How to Prepare for a Power Outage, Add Glamour to Your Home Inexpensively and More 15.02.2012 38:12

Get tips on how to safely get rid of snow on your walkway. Learn how to prepare for a power outage. You can add glamour to your home in time for the Academy Awards without spending much. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions such as, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transform Your Bedroom into a Master Suite, How to Install a Garbage Disposer, Avoid Accidental Poisoning and more. 10.02.2012 39:52

Learn ways to turn your master bedroom into a master suite in time for Valentines’ Day, from simple furniture additions to complete renovations. Find out how to install a garbage disposer in your kitchen sink. Learn how to avoid accidental poisonings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Romantic Home Makeover Ideas, Home Improvement To-Do List for February, Growing Herb Gardens Inside and More. 08.02.2012 38:13

Get ideas for romantic home makeovers just in time for Valentine’s Day. Find out what needs to be maintained in your home during February. Learn how to grow an herb garden inside for fun and food. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How To Hide Wires Hanging from Your Flat Screen TV, Ways To Open a Frozen Garage Door, How To Fix Loose Vinyl Siding, and More 03.02.2012 39:52

Learn how to hide the wires that hang from your flat screen TV. Find out easy ways to open your garage door when it freezes shut. Learn how to fix your vinyl siding yourself when it becomes loose. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Install a Home Bar, Learn to Safely Attach a Bookshelf to a Wall, Find Out Which Style Light bulb is Best for Your Needs, and More. 01.02.2012 38:14

Transform your home into a party palace by installing a home bar. Learn the safest way to attach a bookshelf to a wall. Consumer Reports sheds light on which style of light bulbs scored the best in their test. Plus get answers to your home improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2012 International Consumer Electronics Show #0125122 27.01.2012 37:30

We are broadcasting from the floor of the 2012 International Consumer Electronics show here at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This is the granddaddy of all consumer electronics shows and is backed by the Consumer Electronics Association – whose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2012 International Consumer Electronics Show 25.01.2012 38:14

Live from the floor of the Las Vegas Convention Center – where hundreds of thousands have gathered for the granddaddy of tech shows – the 2012 International Consumer Electronics show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How Lightning Rods Keep Your Home Safe, How to Use Energy Efficient Lighting to Cut Electric Bills, Tips on Organizing Clutter and more 20.01.2012 40:12

Find out how Benjamin Franklin’s lightning rod can be used to avoid damage in a storm. Learn how to cut down your electricity bills by using energy efficient lighting. Get tips on the best way to organize the clutter that built up in your home over Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Test for Radon, Preparing Your Home for All Stages of Life, Get the Look of Hardwood Floors for Less, and more 18.01.2012 38:40

Learn how to test your home for the potentially deadly gas, radon. Get tips on keeping your home safe for people of all ages. Find out ways to get an expensive looking hardwood floor for less. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions such Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Creating a Hobby Room, Advantages and Disadvantages of Different Roofing Material, How to Prevent an Ice Dam and More 13.01.2012 40:12

Learn how to create the perfect space for your hobbies. Get the pros and cons of different roofing materials so you can make the right choice. Learn how to avoid getting ice dams and the roof damage they cause. Plus get answers to your home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn How to Cut Your Electricity Bill, How to Clean Your Computer, Paint Color Trends for 2012 and more. 11.01.2012 38:40

Learn ways you can beat the skyrocketing price of electricity. Get tips on cleaning your computer inside and out by removing dust and debris from the tower and keyboard. Find out which paint colors are going to be trendy for 2012. Plus, get answers to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn the Hottest Color Trend for 2012, How to Safely Unclog Your Drains, Add Vintage Charm with a Salvaged Mantel and More. 06.01.2012 40:07

The Pantone Color Institute reveals a vibrant orange as the hottest color trend of 2012. Learn how to unclog your drain without calling a plumber. You can add charm to your house inexpensively by adding architectural pieces salvaged from old home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get the Look of Granite Countertops for Less, How to Safely Store Holiday Decorations, Tips on Writing Home Improvements off Your Taxes and More 04.01.2012 38:47

Learn how you can create the look of granite countertops without paying the hefty price. Get tips on safely and efficiently storing your decorations for the next holiday season. A tax expert shares tips on what home improvements you can and can’t Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recycling Outdated Electronics, Disposing of Live Christmas Trees, Installing a Walkway in a Freezing Climate and More 30.12.2011 40:08

Find out how you can recycle your outdated electronics to put them to good use or keep them out of a landfill. Learn the best way to dispose of your live Christmas tree after the holidays. Discover the secrets to installing a paved or brick walkway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Year Resolutions for Your Home, Protect Children from Identity Theft, Store Away Holiday Decorations and More 28.12.2011 39:15

If keeping New Year's resolutions becomes more challenging every year, why not make resolutions for your house instead? You can trim the fat and get in shape at home, and it may pay off more than you would think. Learn about a growing crime: identity theft of children… a crime that may not be detected for years. Find out how to protect your kids. Get advice on storing away holiday decorations...

Formal Living Room: Casual Makeover, Safe Bathroom Design, Avoid Tripping on Stairs and more 23.12.2011 38:31

Learn how to take a formal living room and make it over into a casual and welcoming space you can use year round. Get tips on creating a music room, library or even play room from a formerly wasted and not often used space. Find out what updates can Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Snow Blower Safety Tips, Clearing heavy Snow from Your Roof, Pest Control for Invasive Species, Install or Change a Vent Hood and more 21.12.2011 38:21

Get snow blower safety tips to help make sure you are using this invaluable machine safely. Find out how to clear, heavy wet snow from your roof before it causes damage to your home. Learn about non-native or invasive species of bugs and other pests Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Holiday Recycling Tips, Benefits of Radiant Floor Heating, Improving Showerheads and More 16.12.2011 38:36

Learn ways to cut-down on your holiday waste by recycling. Radiant floor heating can be an efficient way to keep your house warm. Learn how a new showerhead can revolutionize your entire shower. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Choosing a Snow Blower, Cost Versus Added Value in Home Remodeling, How to Choose a Fresh Christmas Tree and Keep it Fresh, and More 14.12.2011 38:56

Learn the different types of snow blowers and which one is right for your needs. Find out the latest home remodeling projects that balance cost versus add home value. Learn how to pick a fresh Christmas tree and how to keep it fresh all through the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Extended Warranties: Do You Need One? Vinyl Tile Installation, Measuring Tips for New Carpet and More 09.12.2011 38:36

Learn how to decide if an extended warranty on an appliance is worth the extra money. Vinyl tiles are making a comeback because of their ease and versatility, learn how to install them correctly to avoid cracking and peeling. Get tips on how to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Childproof Your Home for the Holidays, Chimney Safety Tips, Home Appliances Worth Your Money and More 07.12.2011 38:33

Learn how to make your home safe for children over the holiday season. Get tips on keeping your chimney safe and in top shape. Consumer’s Digest gives your great ideas on which appliances are worth giving as gifts. Plus get answers to your home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Decorating Vinyl Windows Without Damaging Them, Build Your Own Backyard Fire Pit, A Do-It-Yourself Guide to Weatherproofing Your Windows and More 02.12.2011 38:44

Learn how to decorate your vinyl windows for the holidays without damaging the window or invalidating the warranty. Find out how to build your own backyard fire pit to enjoy a roaring fire in your outside space this winter. You can weatherproof your Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Use Your Ladder Safely, Capture the Magic of Radio City's Decorations in Your Own Home, How To Pick Energy-Efficient Holiday Lights and More 30.11.2011 38:28

Get safety tips on hanging holiday decorations with tips on using a ladder safely. Radio City Music Hall’s holiday decoration’s designer shares the magic of creating truly spectacular decorations. Learn how LED and fiber optic lights can save a Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices