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

Slippery Sidewalks, Fixing Jammed Garbage Disposers and More 23.12.2009 38:10

Slippery sidewalks, treated with salt, can be dangerous for pets. Learn how to make slippery sidewalks safe for everyone. Find out how to clear a jammed garbage disposer yourself, without a costly repair bill. Plus get answers to your home improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Avoid Freezing Pipes, Prevent Fires and Host Holiday Guests 21.12.2009 35:02

Get tips on preventing your plumbing pipes from freezing. Learn to prevent fires from your candle decorations. Find out how to make holiday guests comfortable with a well stocked guest room. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Carbon Monoxide Dangers, Holiday Tree Care & Water Heater Efficiency 16.12.2009 38:36

Learn how to avoid carbon monoxide dangers during winter months when heating systems are running full force from Kevin O’Connor – host of TVs This Old House. Tom and Leslie provide tips on Christmas tree care. Also, learn how to decide whether a live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Controlling Odors, Fixing Holiday Lights and Preventing Water Leaks 14.12.2009 37:56

Get tips to control odors at home during the holidays. Find out how to fix holiday lights. Learn an easy way to find, fix and prevent water leaks. Plus, get answers to your home improvement questions about installing wall tile, eliminating animals from Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Old House 30th Anniversary Special Broadcast 09.12.2009 38:56

Tom and Leslie team up with the experts at This Old House for a special broadcast taped live from their 30th anniversary project near Boston on the final day of filming. This hour we hear from host Kevin O’Connor and general contractor Tom Silva about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Old House 30th Anniversary Special Broadcast 07.12.2009 39:30

Tom and Leslie team up with the experts at This Old House for a special broadcast taped live from their 30th anniversary project in Newton Centre, MA on the final day of filming. Get tips this hour from This Old House master carpenter Norm Abram and Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Winter Yard Work Leads to Lush Landscaping 02.12.2009 38:52

Winter yard work is key to lush landscaping in spring. Learn how to trim rose bushes and small flowering trees, and protect and cover shrubs this winter when Tom & Leslie welcome This Old House landscaping expert Roger Cook. Also learn when an Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Energy Efficient Holiday Lighting, Detecting Water Leaks and Choosing a Backup Generator 30.11.2009 37:21

Find out how energy efficient holiday lighting lets you to have a merry display without the high cost. Also learn why detecting a water leak is important and find out how to choose fixtures that will save water. Tom and Leslie also deliver tips on Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clearing Clutter, Unclogging a Toilet, Cleaning Your Oven and More 25.11.2009 36:57

Get tips to clear clutter in time for holiday guests. Find out the easiest way to clear a clogged toilet from the experts at This Old House. And learn how to clean your oven naturally without chemicals. Plus get answers to your home improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Solving Water Pressure Problems, Preventing Ice Dams and Burglary Prevention 23.11.2009 36:51

Learn three ways to increase water pressure at your shower. Find out how to prevent winter ice dams that can cause leaks and thousands of dollars in water damage. Discover how to prevent home break ins with a secure home entry system. Learn how to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Home Safe for the Holidays and more 18.11.2009 38:10

Going out of town for the holidays? Get tips to make sure your home is safe while you’re away. Learn step-by-step instructions for repairing crumbling mortar in brick or stone work from the experts at This Old House. Also find out which materials hold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Holiday Makeovers and More 16.11.2009 36:06

Holiday gatherings are a great excuse to paint and redecorate around your home. Tom and Leslie will show you how. Find out how to childproof for your youngest guests. Learn how to give your bathroom a facelift without spending a fortune. Learn about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cool Weather Painting, Energy Audits, Testing for Radon and More 11.11.2009 38:36

Inside painting is a popular cool weather project. But paint odor can sometimes be overwhelming. Get tips to get the job done odor free. Learn how an energy audit can help determine exactly where your home might losing energy and deliver the advice you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cleaning up for the Holidays, Housing Market Ups and Downs, Room with a View and More 09.11.2009 37:06

Cleaning up for the holidays is a good idea, but Tom and Leslie explain why running your oven’s self cleaning cycle is not the thing to do before preparing a big family dinner. The housing market is slowly showing some signs of recovery. Learn more with Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fixing Cracks, Nail Pops, Wobbly Toilets, Dishwashers and more 04.11.2009 38:36

Are cracks or nail pops showing up in your walls? Get easy tips to make them disappear. Do you have to rewash you dishes after your dishwasher does? Tom and Leslie help diagnose the problem. Find out how to fix a wobbly toilet from This Old House Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Woodstove Efficiency, Updating Kitchen Cabinets and Winterizing Old Homes 02.11.2009 38:04

Get tips on making sure your wood stove burns efficiently. Find out how updating just your kitchen cabinets can improve the look of your entre kitchen. Learn ways to winterize your older home without compromising its unique look. Plus get answers to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fall Lawn and Garden Care 28.10.2009 38:01

Get great fall lawn and garden care when Tom and Leslie interview landscaping expert Roger Cook of TV’s This Old House. Find out how to add an outdoor fireplace. Learn a trick of the trade for easy leaf cleanup. Discover how to light your home’s exterior Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Halloween Clean Up, Backup Generators and Fixing Dirty Dryers 26.10.2009 36:59

Learn how to clean up messes left behind by Halloween pranksters including eggs, toilet paper and shaving cream. Find out how to clean your clothes dryer’s drum when ink or crayon stains make their way onto it. Get help on choosing a backup generator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pumpkins and Plumbing Don't Mix 21.10.2009 38:01

Mix pumpkins and plumbing, and you'll end up with a plumbing bill. Learn why. Get advice on pest control, including how to keep rodents from taking shelter in your home. Get tips on cellulose insulation from Tom Silva, the general contractor on This Old Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Your Shower Spewing Bacteria? 19.10.2009 38:05

A new study reveals your shower may be spewing potentially dangerous bacteria. Tom and Leslie talk to one of the study’s researchers. Learn how to fix a creaky deck. Get product info on a highly energy efficient hot water heater that has a touch pad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Halloween Safety and More 14.10.2009 37:36

With trick or treating time right around the corner, Tom and Leslie talk Halloween safety, this hour, with tips to keep you and your kids safe in your house and in the neighborhood. Get green flooring options for your home and and you. Kevin O'Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Garage Makeovers 12.10.2009 37:40

Learn how to increase the value of your home with a garage makeover as Tom and Leslie deliver tips on everything from storage and organization to garage door safety. Find out how to make sure rot doesn’t take hold in your home. Plus get answers to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fix Chimney Leaks, Removing Tree Stumps and More 07.10.2009 37:35

Get step by step tips on how to fix a leaky chimney. Find out the best way to get rid stumps left behind after cutting down a tree. Learn how to install wainscoting. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions about replacing an asphalt roof, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hurricane Proof Your House and More 05.10.2009 36:39

Learn ways to hurricane proof your house, including info on why some homes remain standing and others don’t. Easy step by step tips on a paving project to improve curb appeal. A quick, easy and cheap way to save money on your hot water bills. Plus get Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adding Insulation, Cut Heating Costs and More 30.09.2009 37:52

Adding insulation is the simplest and easiest way to cut heating costs and save energy. Learn how to insulate your home to save the most energy and cut down on heating costs. Find out why an air filter is the first step to maintaining a forced air Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices