Home Improvement

Rich Oris breaks down real homeowner issues, from mystery light switches and drywall cracks to shower door maintenance and toilet replacement decisions. The show covers how to spot roof and gutter problems before they get expensive, why hard water destroys shower glass, and how to properly clean and protect it. Plus, a story that starts with ants in the kitchen and leads to hidden termite damage, and what that means for your home inspection routine. Practical advice throughout on when to repair vs replace, and how to choose the right products and contractors.

Rich Oris answers questions about Dry wall, cleaning vents, moles under swimming pool and more.

Rich Oris hosts this week's Home Improvement Show, giving you everything you need to know when to comes to all things home remodeling. Rich answers your calls and questions about things you're worried about around your home.

Rich Oris hosts the weekly St. Louis home improvement call-in show, covering practical maintenance and repair topics for homeowners. The hour starts with tankless water heater care, including annual flushing and descaling, and a reminder that even products marketed as maintenance free still require regular upkeep. Rich discusses roof inspections after storms, proper attic ventilation balance, and chimney care such as flashing, brick sealing, and tuck pointing for older homes. Listeners also hear advice on cleaning kitchen range hood filters, deck framing and material choices, joist spacing, and how exposure and airflow impact deck lifespan.

Rich Oris answers questions about flooring, ending relationship with a contractor and windows.

Rich Oris hosts this week's Home Improvement Show, giving you everything you need to know when to comes to all things home remodeling. Rich answers your calls and questions about things you're worried about around your home.

Rich Oris talks more about installing windows and answers questions about furnace and noise in shower when water is turned off and water heater problems.

Rich Oris answers questions about installation on a brick home, covering porch cracks, sump pump and more.

Rich Oris and Jill Worobec of Mosby Building Arts answer questions about bathroom tile, mini split units, shower seats and water leaks.

Rich Oris takes questions about attic fans in the winter and how to get rid of a woodpecker and if it is safe to pour bleach down shower drain.

Rich Oris takes questions about getting mold off bricks, turning off water heater while on vacation, using ice melt on deck, plus pouring concrete directly up to foundation.

Rich Oris answers about drywall, doors and insulation.

Rich Oris details everything you need to know when it comes to home remodeling all the way from fixing a leaky ceiling to gutters, bathrooms, basements, and more.

Rich Oris is joined by Kim Zimmer of Autco Homes to talk about the latest in home repair & projects and take listeners calls on: a deep-dive follow question into the earlier soffit/intake system converation and a plethora of appliance question from dishwashers to washers/dryers and more.

Rich Oris is joined by Kim Zimmer of Autco Homes to talk about the latest questions around home projects and repair and talk questions from callers on: fixing a sinking foundation, appliance issues, fixing an intake system & more

Rich Oris and Anthony Gartner from Rebuilding Together answer questions about gutter covers, crawl space and a new build floor problem.

Diving into Projects, DIY a door install & questions about concrete: Rich Oris dive into the second of the show talking the planning process when you're going into a big project at home, the best way to work with contractors and other sale points, the best way to DIY a new door install, including a crucial run down in the best way to research and buy your new door and what make concrete so tricky

Rich Oris takes callers to start the show & dive into the big topics of the first hour: how surprisingly expensive shutters can be, the trick to mounting on brick and dealing with roof issues after a summer full of storms.

Hour 1 -- Mounting brick, the tricks with roofs & surprising shutters: Rich Oris takes callers to start the show & dive into the big topics of the first hour: how surprisingly expensive shutters can be, the trick to mounting on brick and dealing with roof issues after a summer full of storms. Hour 2 -- Diving into Projects, DIY a door install & questions about concrete: Rich Oris dive into the second of the show talking the planning process when you're going into a big project at home, the best way to work with contractors and other sale points, the best way to DIY a new door install, including a crucial run down in the best way to research and buy your new door and what make concrete so tricky

A woman who lost her home in the Monday explosion calls to get advice with what the insurance is telling her. Plus Rich answers questions about a new roof and more.

On this episode of the Home Improvement Show, Rich Oris covers essential home care topics every homeowner should know. Learn why annual flushing is key for your tankless water heater, much like cleaning a Keurig, and how roof inspections, attic ventilation, and chimney maintenance extend the life of your home. Rich also dives into storm damage insurance claims, the pros and cons of PVC vs. composite decking, and why no product is ever truly “maintenance-free.”

Rich Oris talks about markings on a tape measure, and takes questions about plumbing and siding.

Rich Oris takes questions about crack in garage foundation, attic insulation, doors and bathrooms.

Rich Oris takes questions on attic insulation, laundry room leaning, whirlpool bath tub and more.

Rich Oris takes calls from toilets, shed doors to porch cracks.

Rich Oris answers questions from roofing, shutters and showers.

Rich Oris answers questions from siding and roofing to a bathroom remodel. He also plays a little game

Rich Oris talks about firework and grilling safety plus answers question about a leaky window.

Rich Oris answers questions from floor drains to brick chimney, plus a deck with a tree growing through it.

Rich Oris is back for another week of Home Improvement, maintenance & project talk while answering listeners questions from around the area: how to bring old grout back to life, the best ways to keep your house cool in the summer, how to get rid of mold and other moisture issues, some big troubles with decks & how to work through them, dealing with engineered wood floors & more!

Rich Oris takes questions from repairing top corner of your house to replacing a front door.

Greg Damon is joined by Mosby Building Arts experts Brad Hagan and Dan Martin to tackle one of the biggest threats to your home: water damage. From sump pumps and drain tiles to gutter maintenance and battery backups, they cover the essential tools and systems to keep your basement dry. The conversation also explores home maintenance musts like water heater upkeep, vent cleaning, and how often you should inspect windows and doors. Plus, a breakdown of tank vs. tankless water heaters and why professional evaluations matter more than you think.

Rich Oris answers questions from washing machine's, decks, and electric or gas stove and water heater.

Rich Oris breaks down the biggest questions following a rough couple weeks of weather in St. Louis, including how to avoid scammers trying to take advantage of the storm damage & some important questions about he best way to seal a deck.

Rich Oris and Nick Keel both of Mosby Building Arts answer questions from attic insulation to cleaning patio's and discuss what projects around the house give you the best return on investment.

In this week's edition of the Home Improvement Show with Rich Oris, he breaks down how the increased rainfall in St. Louis has created problems in the area, the ways that the ability to pay off a home has changed over the years, a continuation of last week's discussion on the best ways to work with bigger companies, how to handle concrete pouring for garages that can withstand the test of time & why two very similar porches can pose very different problems.

On this episode of the Home Improvement Show Rich Oris is joined by callers to talk about how to deal with water damage after so much rain in the last few weeks, the best ways to deal with companies when deciding on large projects, dealing with a window well getting water damage, how to pick out an electrical panel that is reliable & safe & so much more!

On this episode of the Home Improvement Show, Rich Oris shares why duct tape isn't ideal for most repairs and recommends better alternatives like gaffer tape and metal foil tape. He highlights the work of Rebuilding Together St. Louis, a non-profit providing vital home repairs for older adults, veterans, and people with disabilities. Rich also dives into plumbing and home renovation tips, including considerations for relocating washers and dryers, plumbing vent and drain setups, and following proper code for installations.

Rich Oris gets you ready for a big holiday weekend & helps callers take care of multiple rain-influenced leaking issues. Plus a deep dive into how to deal with insurance companies & claims & the best way to utilize the different kings of repair and improvement companies around the St. Louis area.

This week on the Rich Oris Home Improvement Show, Rich dives into smart ways to protect your home from sewer backups during heavy rain, including how MSD may offer free check valve installations. He also breaks down backflow preventers and other preventative options. Then, Rich talks deck maintenance: when to replace vs. resurface, how long wooden decks really last, and tips for staining prep. The show continues with attic and roof ventilation strategies—like balancing intake and exhaust air and using baffles properly.

Rich Oris takes calls and helps St. Louis through their home projects & how to prep for things like remodels, demos and everything else! On today's episode: - How to counteract water pooling around low windows - Issues with the smell from a show & the efficacy of smoke bombs & how to solve - installing a new bath tub and other bathroom fixtures - rear-entry garage on the basebment level with flooding issues - if you can use RidX in regular were systems - and more!

It's another edition of the Home Improvement show on KMOX! - How to simplify taking down wallpaper - Whether or not you should paint your deck floor - Best solution to fixing the crack on a foundation wall - An issue with floors--specifically problems with squeaking - issues with flushable wipes and old cast iron pipes - the best ways to eliminate an ant problem without an exterminator - the cost of doing demo for a project on your own vs. a company - Whether or not you need to worry about joist tape on a new deck

Rich Oris gives you everything you need to know when it comes to all things home remodeling during this edition of the KFTK Home Improvement Show presented by Mosby Building Arts.

Brad Range fills in for Rich Oris today on The Home Improvement Show, and is joined by special guests from Mosby Building Arts Brad Hagan and Jody Hall. They'll discuss the status of home improvement if you have any storm damage and where you should start to look.

Rich Oris shares expert home improvement advice, covering the best techniques for caulking removal, proper drywall anchors, and the latest standards for roof and gutter replacements. He also dives into the importance of bathroom ventilation, discussing fan sizing, installation methods, and preventing attic condensation.