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

Holiday Decorating for Easy Cleanup, Snow Blowers, Programmable Thermostat - Save 10% Off Heating Bills with and more 08.12.2010 38:48

Get advice on easy holiday decorating that will give you a sneak head start on post-holiday cleanup. Learn how to pick the perfect single stage snow blower for clearing snow covered surfaces. Find out how a programmable thermostat can save up to 10% Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Clear Up a Jammed Trash Disposer, Save Money with Energy Efficient Holiday Lighting, Benefits of Engineered Wood Floors and more 06.12.2010 39:16

Learn how to clear up a jammed trash disposer without a service call, find out how to save money with energy efficient holiday lighting, discover the benefits of engineered hardwood floors, plus get answers to your home improvement questions about, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Basement Wall Repairs, Fix Cracks and Gaps in Drywall, Holiday Decorating Made Easy and more 01.12.2010 39:01

Learn why cracks in concrete and masonry must be repaired as soon as possible and get tips on concrete wall repair. And, find out how to fix cracks, gaps and nail pops in drywall, and get advice on easy and safe holiday decorating, Plus get answers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ladder Safety, Caring for Natural Stone, Gift Buying Help and more 29.11.2010 39:14

Learn how to use a ladder safely as you deck the halls, find out how caring for natural stone can extend its lifespan and keep it looking beautiful, get gift buying help with the Sears Blue Tool Crew, plus get answers to your home improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh Tree or Fake? Housing Design Trends, Cleaning Stove Vent Hoods and More 24.11.2010 38:32

Learn about the pros and cons of a fresh vs. a fake Christmas tree, and how to find the freshest tree possible. Get the latest in housing trends that are leaning towards smaller and smarter house design with more usable space, discover the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gutter Cleaning Tips, Candle Safety, Energy Efficient Replacement Windows and more 22.11.2010 38:39

Learn gutter cleaning tips to keep water flowing away from your house, discover ways to use candles safely to avoid fire, find out which windows are energy efficient and which windows qualify for federal tax credits. Plus get answers to your home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Home Sealing and Insulation, Yardwork Safety, Tips to Remove Holiday Stains and More 17.11.2010 38:28

Find out how you can insulate your home against leaks and cash in on energy tax credits, learn how to do yard work safely for your fall outdoor chores, get tips on removing holiday dinner stains like gravy, wine and cranberry sauce and more. Plus get Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fireplace Safety Tips, Design and Planning a Tool Line, Holiday Food Safety Advice, Redecorate for the Holidays with Paint and More 15.11.2010 38:40

Learn how to use your fireplace safely, find out about the research and planning that goes into designing a tool line, get food safety advice just in time for your holiday meal planning, learn how to use paint to redecorate a room in time for holiday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Avoiding Appliance Mistakes that Lead to Service Calls, Balancing Forced Hot Air Systems, Don't Wait to Install Energy Efficient Windows and more 10.11.2010 38:31

Learn how to avoid common appliance mistakes that lead to service calls, find out how you can balance your forced hot air heating system to prevent cold rooms, take advantage of energy efficient tax credits and don’t wait to install energy efficient Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Home Security Tips for the Holidays, How to Pick the Perfect Snow Thrower, Energy Efficient Upgrades to Your Home and more 08.11.2010 38:30

Get home security tips for the holidays to keep your home and valuables safe, learn how to pick the perfect snow thrower before winter sets in, discover an energy efficient upgrade to your home that saves money, energy and adds value to your home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Holiday Guest Spaces, Lead Safe Renovations, Clearing the Air of Indoor Allergens 03.11.2010 38:40

Learn how to create holiday guest spaces for visitors that are comfortable and welcoming. Find out about new rules for lead-based paint removal that your contractor must know before any renovation. Discover a solution for unhealthy indoor air that can Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fall Design and Decor Tips, Whole House Ventilation Systems, Troubleshooting Dishwasher Problems and More 01.11.2010 38:59

Discover the trends for your fall décor and design and get tips on how to incorporate them into your home. Find out about a whole house ventilation system that can help make the air inside your home easier and healthier to breathe. Learn how to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Electricity Monitors, Fiberglass Doors, Building an Outdoor Fireplace and more 27.10.2010 39:38

Learn where you use the most electricity in your home with a whole house electricity monitor. Find out why fiberglass doors are more energy efficient than wood and how installing one before the end of the year may qualify you for a big tax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Safe Halloween Tips, Money Saving Solutions to Lower Hot Water Bills, Fixing Drafty Homes and more 25.10.2010 39:46

Learn how to have a safe Halloween with décor and lighting tips. Find out how to save money on hot water bills with the latest tankless water heaters. Learn how to stop drafts with caulk, weather stripping and insulation. Plus get answers to your home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Improve Indoor Air Quality, Composting Lawn and Household Waste, Plumbing Problems Avoided and more 20.10.2010 37:00

Find out how to improve indoor air quality in your home to stay healthy. Indoor air can be worse for you to breathe than the air outdoors. Learn how to compost lawn and household waste to recycle organic waste. Avoid plumbing problems, especially Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pest Free Homes, Decorate Your House Like a Haunted House for Halloween, Avoid Safety Hazards for Children, Post-Halloween Cleanup Tips and more 18.10.2010 39:45

Learn how to keep you home free of pests when the weather gets cooler. Learn to decorate your house like a haunted house just in time for Halloween. Find out how to avoid common safety hazards in your home that are dangerous for children. Get cleanup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Live Broadcast from the Craftsman Experience 13.10.2010 38:47

Tom and Leslie take the show on the road with a one-of-a-kind broadcast from a unique place: the Craftsman Experience in Chicago. This brand new spot is a dream location for carpenters, mechanics, lawn and garden enthusiasts and DIYers of all skill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Craftsman Experience Behind the Scenes 11.10.2010 38:56

Learn how Craftsman took a concept and created a unique space they’re calling a true “experience’ in the heart of Chicago. Touch, feel and try tools at hands-on project stations, live demos and clinics. Find out how you can see and be a part of what’s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sealing Roof Leaks, How to Install a Floating Floor, Turn Down the Thermostat and Use a Portable Heater Instead and More 06.10.2010 38:10

Learn how sealing roof leaks can make sure you stay dry. Learn how to find weak spots in your roof like the area around your chimney. You can turn down the thermostat and use a portable heater instead to save energy costs. Tom and Leslie have details on Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get Real Stone Countertops at a Bargain Price, Easy Fall Landscaping Tips, How to Size a Backup Generator and more 04.10.2010 39:14

If you love the look of natural stone countertops but not the price tag, find out how to get read stone countertops at a bargain price. Learn easy fall landscaping tips for your lawn and garden to protect them during the winter and get them ready for Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Pick the Perfect Portable Generator, Cut Down on Water Use at Home, Steam Clean Carpeting to Extend Its Life and more 29.09.2010 37:55

Get tips on how to pick the perfect portable generator to provide backup power to your home in case of a power outage. Discover ways to cut down on water use at home including using a flow restrictor. Find out why steam cleaning your carpeting can help Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Home Repairs Needed Now, Space Saving Tips, Home Inspectors for Home Sellers and Energy Saving Tips for Your Attic 27.09.2010 39:31

Putting off needed repairs can cost you in the long run. Discover the three home repairs you should never put off. Learn to make the most of less space by right-sizing your home, and live smaller and smarter. Find out why hiring a home inspector before a Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reduce Allergens and Toxins in the Air You Breathe at Home, How to Build a Retaining Wall, Install a Low-Flow Toilet to Save Water and Money and more 22.09.2010 37:57

Learn how you can reduce allergens and toxins in the air you are breathing at home with a whole house air purifier. Find out how to build a retaining wall to even out a sloped yard. Discover why installing a low flow toilet will save water and money Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adding Attic Insulation, Eco-Friendly Backup Power Generator, Projects that Add Value to Your Home and more 20.09.2010 38:41

Learn how to add attic insulation to your home and instantly see energy and money savings. Find out how to determine if you have enough and how to install more insulation. Learn about new options in residential backup power generators so you are never Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Your Furnace Too Big?. Solving Plumbing Odor Problems, Preventing Floods in Yards 15.09.2010 37:57

Furnaces that are not properly sized can waste energy. Find out if your furnace is the right size for your house. Learn how to get rid of nasty plumbing odors like that rotten egg smell. Find out how to build a dry well in your yard to prevent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices