This Old House On The Money Pit

If you’d love to add more light to your kitchen, there is a new window trend emerging that aims to do just that and in a very unusual way. Tom & Leslie share that tip, plus: The real winter is just beginning, so make sure that your car has an emergency kit at the ready. Get tips on how to properly stock it. Do you ever feel like no matter what you do, you just can’t get your house to be warm enough? We’ve got solutions for heating even the coldest rooms. Do you have a bathroom with tile colors that are decades old? Get makeover tips to update the space without a major makeover Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Got closets that are busting at the seams? We’ve got steps for a simple closet makeover that takes less than an hour or two to get done and will help you find the space you need. Plus: calls about, hiring a professional home inspector when buying a home, cleaning dryer vent and lime deposits, eliminating squirrels in the attic, and removing wallpaper. Keeping heating costs down is usually a lot easier for home heated with gas or oil than for those heated by electricity. We’ll share how new efficiencies in heat pump technology are changing this for the better. You might think a working smoke detector will protect your home and family from a fire. But while that system can provide a critical alert, find out how adding a home sprinkler system could stop the home from actually burning to the ground.  Plus, answers to your questions about best paint, snow blower, cleaning dryer vents, hiring a Professional Home Inspector, eliminating water hammer, and squirrels from the attic, repairing dented wood flooring, re

Do you have a list of projects to get done but concerned you won’t be able to handle any surprises that come up once walls and floors are all torn up? We teach you how to manage a home improvement project budget that plans for all the possibilities. Plus: Whether your roof leaks, heat goes out or fridge is on the fritz, unexpected repairs are a part of owning a home. We share tips for setting a realistic household budget help you handle the surprises and the expense of emergency repairs.  Stone countertops are both popular AND expensive. But we’ve got a DIY trick of the trade to share on how to get a granite counter makeover WITHOUT spending a lot. As the saying goes, don’t judge a book by its cover – and that applies to old furniture too! We share DIY tips on furniture refinishing and upholstery that can create statement pieces out of furniture that’s old and weathered, or that once faded into the background. Plus, answers to your questions about best layout for a kitchen, bath remodeling, fixing garage

Tired of paying high heating bills? Get tips on the best ways to use insulation to lower heating costs, plus ways to brighten your home in these dark winter days, when to fix vs replace an appliance that breaks down. In this episode:  Insulation is the single most effective way to reduce home heating costs. But with so many insulation options to choose and so many places to add insulation, Tom & Leslie walk you through how to know makes the most sense for your unique home. Are you tired of feeling, well, tired? Winter blues can bring you down this time of years - but we’ve got easy DIY pick-me-ups for your home that will help raise your spirit and make you home look great, just ahead this! And it’s an age-old dilemma when your appliances break down, is it better to make the repair or throw them out and start over? Our cheat sheet will help you make the right choice every time. Learn how to stop snow and ice from freezing at the end of your roof, forming ice dams and collapsing gutters. Plus answers to yo

Space heaters are a popular way to stay warm in winter but they’re also a leading cause of home fires. In this episode Tom & Leslie have smart strategies to stay safe, along with tips for growing veggies at home though winter, and a cool idea to update the look of your appliances, including.  Stainless steel is still a popular choice for kitchen appliances, but very costly. If your dishwasher or refrigerator still work great but need a new look, learn how this affordable faux stainless steel can transform them into shining beauties, including an application trick that make it super easy to apply. If you are missing your usual supply of fresh veggies that are available in warmer weather, we’ve got tips for by growing fresh vegetables indoors that can keep you with a steady supply of veggies from now until Spring. Mice love to move indoors when it turns cold, which is why they can which make your house their winter getaway! We share tips to help keep furry creatures away. You’ll be amazed at what they can a

When the weather outside is frightful, icicles are NOT so delightful and could lead to big roof leaks. In this episode, Tom & Leslie have tips, plus ideas on how to attract winter birds and smart strategies to carve out space for hobbies, including: The 3 most popular types of roof that stand up to winter’s harsh weather and the one element that is often left out of a roof replacement and leads to major winter leak damage. Learn how to bring life and color to your backyard by attracting a variety of winter birds with the right kind of bird feeder and food. Whether you enjoy crafts, woodwork or working on a car, find out how to organize your workspace for efficiency including the single biggest mistake DIY’rs make when setting up workspaces. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions about leaking light fixtures, best stain resistant grout, cleaning moss from a roof, painting vinyl siding and more. Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or

Tired of having to walk to dog at all hours of the winter day? Tom & Leslie walk though the best options in doggy doors, plus dish out the best recipe to make sidewalk ice disappear with destroying concrete and share a $20 improvement that will provide more hot water. Adding a doggy door lets your pooch walk him or herself! Learn how to pick the right door (there’s at least 4 types!), get it properly installed and teach your pet to use. Learn the best way to burglar proof your pet door so skinny burglars don’t try and slip inside! Wondering why your walks look worn and pitted after every winter? Traditional rock salt works, but it’s extremely corrosive to surfaces and leaves concrete pitted and worn. Tom & Leslie share a recipe for a non-corrosive deicer that won’t harm your sidewalks or your indoor floors when it’s tracked into the house. It’s also a lot safer for pets! Find out why your water heater has to work harder in cold temperatures and how a $20 DIY project can make your hot water last a lot long

Want your new place to look good, but your budget looks pretty bad? Tom and Leslie have tips for makeovers that require little to absolutely NO cash. Plus: Have you ever thought about adding solar panels to your home? Hearing lots of promises on how much money you’ll save? Tom shares the “creative math” some solar companies use to make the deal looks a lot better than it really is. If you’re just starting out in your first home or apartment, Tom & Leslie share ways to stretch your budget, along with your creative “muscles”, to create a place you’ll be proud to call home. Ever feel like you start projects but just can’t finish them? A recent survey shows more homeowners are taking on DIY projects, but more than half of DIY’rs have unfinished tasks – with almost 20% reporting they have 5 or more projects they need to complete! Get tips for planning a project you can actually get done, along with ideas for creating a realistic budget, and the smartest way to purchase home improvement supplies. Learn how to t

With winter temperatures at record lows across the country – a heated garage might sound pretty good to you! Tom & Leslie have garage heating options, solutions for doors that stick and ways to save money by upcycling furniture. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you tired of having to dust all the time, or always sneezing? Tom & Leslie share tips to get you breathing easier, share tips on renter’s insurance must-haves and poison prevention - plus, answer your home improvement questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you have a newer house that lacks the vintage charm of an older classic home? Tom & Leslie have tips to add vintage classics to any age home, plus tips for the best attic insulation option and answers to your home improvement questions including Leveling a house, ideas on remodeling , Heating house efficiently, proper way to prepare for painting and many other questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get DIY tips to help you turn a ho-hum space into a home theater. Find out how to avoid creepy Christmas tree bugs that may have attached themselves to your holiday tree and learn home wallpaper is making a big comeback. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions about hiring an insurance adjuster, fixing cracks in stucco , solving sink problems, and solutions for hot water shortage and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you jumping into holiday décor? Tom & Leslie share tips for door décor, plus highlight handy American made tools and offer tips to fix weak or broken steps and railings before holiday guests arrive. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did you ever start a home improvement project only to have it all go terribly wrong? Tom & Leslie share tips to save your project, and your pride. Plus, how to securely hang heavy pictures, a winter ready checklist and the answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ready to shop for a fresh holiday tree? Tom & Leslie share secrets for choosing one that can last the season, offer fast fixes for stuck garbage disposers, highlight new smoke detector technology plus answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Got some small projects to get done before the holidays? Tom & Leslie share tips for hiring a handyman, solve electrical problems and offer tips for those shopping for snowblowers, plus answer your questions to 888-MONEY PIT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are winter drafts sailing through your windows but you’re not ready for the expense, time or hassle of replacing them? Tom & Leslie share new option that’s easy to install, cuts drafts by 80% and is affordable. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As temperatures drop, are your water pipes ready to stand up to the cold? Tom & Leslie share tips to stop frozen pipes, plus easy space-saving bath remodeling and the 4-step plan to remove wallpaper. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you looking forward to a winter full of enjoying a roaring fireplace? Well, you’d better make sure your chimney is up for the challenge. Tom & Leslie have tips to keep your home safe and sound, plus answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Now that we are in full on heating season, Smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarms are crucial for home safety – but many are not properly installed or maintained. Tom & Leslie have tips to keep you safe, plus answers to your questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices