The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast

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Find out how to keep your air conditioner running smoothly in the hot temperatures. Learn how you can match old broken tiles instead of replacing your whole surface. Tips on getting rid of mold and keep it from coming back. Plus get answers to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Deputy Secretary of Housing and Urban Development explains common hazards found in American homes. Learn how much insulation you should have in your attic. How to make sure your college student is prepared for any DIY project he or she might Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to get rid of foul odors coming from your kitchen garbage disposer.  Learn why you are not the only one that sweats in the summer.  Your toilet tank can also seem to be sweating!  Find out what causes the condensation and how to control Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn about the best mosquito repellants including natural options.  Find out if the growing trend of backyard chicken farming is for you.  Discover what you need to raise chickens and what some of the payoffs are.  Learn how to use your portable Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how the slow summer months are a good time to buy a house and get the most out of that purchase. Get tips for decorating a small dorm room on a tight budget. Find out whether you can save a bundle by re-doing your kitchen cabinets instead of Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn which household electronics and appliances are most-likely to break down. How to make your backyard a home theater on a budget. Tips for keeping a lush garden while staying green. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions about, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to take advantage of micro climates in your yard – by growing plants and shrubs that thrive under specific conditions.  Also find out how micro climates may be thwarting your efforts for a lush garden.  Learn about instant hot water Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to enhance your home’s curb appeal with a fiberglass front door and synthetic accents you can get all in one place.  You won’t have to worry about warping, rotting, denting, or bugs!  Learn how to create a man cave in your home everyone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn when replacement windows can add value and comfort to your home. Get tips on how to safely repair or replace plumbing without a soldering iron or torch. Learn how to keep your home and belongings safe when your house is up for sale. Plus get Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out why mold is an issue even in dry, arid climates and learn what to do to keep it from taking hold no matter where you live.  Discover the best products for maintaining exterior wood surfaces to keep them from weathering and turning gray.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to create a focal point out of your fireplace even during warmer months when it’s not in use.  Learn all about pressure washers and how they can help with cleaning duties around your home.  Find out about a national program that helps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out about a national program that helps students in trade programs gain leadership skills and specialized training to excel in their field.  Hear from Dirty Job's Mike Rowe about what it takes to build a skilled work force and how Mike's Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to create a lush lawn with tips from This Old House landscaping expert, Roger Cook.  Get tips on how to care for a wood deck, especially after taking a beating from the hot summer sun for the last few weeks.  Get advice on mosquito proofing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to balance energy efficiency, cost and overall cooling ability when choosing an air conditioning system. Learn how just a few strategically-placed lights can transform your backyard into an evening showcase. Learn which kind of light Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to refinish your wood furniture without stripping it.  Learn how using a solar water system can save you money long term.  Get tips for cleaning your windows.  Plus get answers to your home improvement questions about, pergola shade, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to assess storm damage and catch minor repairs before they cause major damage.  Discover a new product that not only gets rid of mold, it prevents it from coming back, and it is completely bleach free and safe.  Learn about a major Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to plant ground covers so bare spots in your yard are green again.  Replace windows in homes built before 1978 in a lead safe way.  Learn why lead dangers are prominent with windows, which are opened and closed often and can release lead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When painting your room, remember that your ceiling is really a fifth wall.  Learn how to use color on ceiling for a great look.  Find out about propane tank and gas grill safety so you can enjoy a summer of backyard grilling.  Discover why Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to create a custom kitchen island from stock cabinets or furniture, find out why your windows seem to sweating during warmer weather, learn how to make your home more accessible for any age or state of your life.  Plus get answers to your Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to lower cooling costs this summer, including why you should use a programmable thermostat.  Prepare your home for hurricane season by boarding up windows and bracing your garage door.  Discover the reasons concrete driveways and sidewalks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to maintain your deck by checking for loose and corroded fasteners, cracked and splintered boards and more.  Find out how to create natural privacy screening for your backyard by using shrubs and trees, discover ways to smooth rough and Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s cheaper to own than rent in many U.S. cities, find out why home ownership is more affordable than ever.  Learn about concrete sidewalk and driveway repair.  Find out how a town destroyed by tornadoes rebuilt to become the greenest  town in Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn what you need to know for replacement window installation prep, such as how to clear the area for installers to work, and figuring out where you will store new and old windows during the project.  Find out how you can add drama to your front Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn which home improvement projects to avoid because you will rarely recoup the costs.  Find out how to organize your kitchen’s paperwork – and get all those notes, receipts and photos off of your fridge, learn about federal grants available for Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices