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Rusting nails in siding can make your whole home look worn. Learn what causes nails to rust and the options to slow prevent future rusting nails. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Having difficulty trying to grow plants in shady areas? The first thing you should do is test your soil because there are several plants that are supposed to thrive in the shade and how to know if the soil will support plant growth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Thinking of installing metal roof? Find out about whether you should try this on your own or ask a professional contractor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When installing a new roof, the installation of the shingles is just as important as the type of shingle being installed. Listen here for more tips to make sure your home improvement will give you your money's worth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iron in ground water can cause metal to rust away and deteriorate. To get rid of the pesky rust stains it can leave behind, move the furniture out of the way of the water if at all possible! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Moisture and humidity need to be controlled in a house to avoid problems with mold. Learn how to control humidity with a dehumidifier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are many products and techniques for keeping sound contained to one space - which is especially important when that space is being converted into a theater, and neighbors other bedrooms. Get the details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Algae can be power washed off a surface, however it can come back and grow. Wet n' Forget provides a great alternative that will be sure the keep that pesky algae away for good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With so many choices on the market today, choosing the right window can be a difficult task! Listen here to get tips and tricks to make the best decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adding a retaining wall to a steep landscape is a great option for leveling out a yard. It can help cut down on the angle to which landscaping grows on and still provides steady structural support. Listen here for more information! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did you know that the "e" in e-Windows stands for emittance? Listen here to learn more about e-Windows and how they can save you money! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is the foundation crumbling in your MoneyPit? Listen here to learn about a contracting technique called needle-beaming which could be used to keep a roof over head. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Exterior wood that's painted will eventually peel, but staining it can achieve that same painted look - with longer-lasting results. Learn what steps to take to prep the wood beforehand, including tips on exactly which primer to use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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