This Old House On The Money Pit

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

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 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

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

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

Find out how you can recycle your outdated electronics to put them to good use or keep them out of a landfill.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

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 from expert and author Gale Steves.  Plus get answers to your home improvement questions about, fixes to make before selling your home, removing mold, cracked wallboard, tankless hot water heater, water damage, foundation cracks, cleaning a deck, drywall repair, window drafts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

 A very special edition of The Money Pit today – we are broadcasting from the set of the current This Old House renovation in Bedford, Massachusetts.  Now, This Old House has taken on some pretty old houses, but this one takes the cake!  This is one Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is a ton of history in this place, including a former resident who served in the Revolutionary War!  Yes this house is three HUNDRED years old – and it boy did it stand the test of time – with several additions, renovations and even a complete Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to avoid plumbing emergencies by getting tips on how to take the strain off of your plumbing. Get tips on how to reupholster a dining room chair yourself, just in time for a big meal.  Learn how to install fiberglass batt insulation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to make your holiday guests comfortable by creating a cozy guest space. Find out why automatic home backup generators may be a better solution than portable generators.  Learn how to care for your concrete driveway in winter. Get tips on Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how an ice and water shield under your shingles can stop water leaks. Using spray insulation can seal small air leaks. Get tips on how to keep your heating system running smoothly through winter. Plus get answers to your home improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices