The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast

Learn when to replace your washer and dryer with more energy efficient models, find out how to clean wood floors safely and without harsh chemical cleaners. Discover the secrets to an energy efficient front entry. Plus get answers to your home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to use your deck all year round with stain resistant outdoor upholstery, composite decking and an outdoor heat source. Find out how to avoid waiting for hot water in the morning with a hot water recirculator. And get tips on dressing up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to choose the right siding material for your home, whether it’s vinyl, wood or stucco. Learn why cheap paint on your home’s exterior ends up costing more in the long run. Discover one of the best flooring options out there: laminate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how just $200 can bring your bathroom a new level of luxury. Find out how everything from heated seats to soft closing lids can turn your bathroom into a luxurious escape. Also, with all the different countertop materials available, how do you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get tips and ideas on how to create a hobby room in your home even if you don’t have a designated space for one. Learn why investing in a high efficiency washing machine will pay off in the long run. Get design tips for everyday living and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out why homeowners are more savvy than ever and want a finished remodel to do more than look good. Learn how to design a room remodel that matches your lifestyle. Discover the insider’s tricks of the trade to refinish your wood floors. Create Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to shop President’s Day sales with tips on finding the best bargains and tips on how to navigate sales. Find out how to keep your pets safe and warm this winter. Discover new trends in roofs that go way beyond boring black or lackluster Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discover ways to turn a boring bedroom into a master suite that would rival one in a five star resort, learn how to remove wallpaper, find out about new innovations in front entry doors, plus get answer to your home improvement questions about, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discover a website that will help you clear clutter and give you a way to donate your surplus DIY materials for a good cause. Find out the pros and cons of all types of luxury sheets, including bamboo, silk and Egyptian Cotton. Bob Vila stops by the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to mix men’s and women’s styles to decorate your home without arguments, find out about the benefits of a geothermal heat pump, discover the pros and cons of a portable electric generator versus a standby backup power generator. Plus get Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn what trends are making their way into bath and kitchen remodeling showrooms in 2011, and find out how to incorporate them into your home. Find out how to use a radiator deflector to throw heat back into the room and save on energy costs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to reduce your radon risk by testing for this colorless, odorless gas that is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers. Learn how to refinish a cast iron radiator to make it fit in any décor. It’s very important to know how your Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to hang a flat screen TV properly, get tips on Super Bowl entertaining with gadgets like ice makers and popcorn poppers, find out why backup power is more important than ever. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions about home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to prevent snow and ice damage to your roof by clearing a path for melting snow and ice to run. Find out how the right ventilation will prevent ice buildup on the roof. Discover how to clean your fireplace screens so you can enjoy the warm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn why fire prevention should be a top priority as fire fighters prepare for peak fire season. Learn how to use portable heaters and other heating equipment safely. Discover the most popular paint color trends for 2011 and find out why budget is Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re talking OLD HOUSES on the Money Pit today – as we bring you a very special episode from a very chilly Massachusetts neighborhood located along a historic New England River. The banks of the Charles River are home to Harvard AND M.I.T among Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On location today in Auburndale, Massachusetts – the site of a major renovation and the SET for the current season of This Old House on PBS. For more than 30 years, the team at This Old House has taken on challenge after challenge with expertise and Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn the dos and don’ts of a power outage and get blackout survival tips. Find out the best way to remove snow and ice from you car, including what you need to have on hand at all times, discover the inside scoop on going green with an older home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to make a homemade fire starter with things you find in your yard, find out how to grow vegetables indoors in your own container garden, and get tips on bath safety to prevent accidents at home. Plus get answers to your home improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn why sealing air leaks and adding insulation are both important when trying to keep your energy bills down. Find out how to take down holiday decorations easily and quickly and how to store them until next season. Learn winter decorating tips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to trade in old and outdated electronics for cash or tax credits, learn how to make holiday returns easier, avoid green hype and find out how you can tell if a product is truly good for the environment. Discover how you can re-stretch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get tips to avoid shopping scams, find out how to choose the right snow blower for your home and discover the best ways to safeguard your prescription medications. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions about, roof replacement, fireplace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to prevent frozen and burst pipes with insulation. Find out how to seal out hidden sources of air loss in your garage and attic. Discover all natural wood stains made from pantry ingredients. Plugs get answers to your home improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to repair a casement window that has a handle that is stiff or too difficult to crank. Find out how you can use hydronic heat, based on moisture, for warm comfort in your home. Also discover how to make stairs in your home less hazardous Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Traveling for the holidays? Don’t bring home an unwanted guest: bed bugs. Hotels, theaters, even stores can become infected. Find out how to prevent an infestation at your house. Learn how to protect your family from carbon monoxide poisoning. Find Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get advice on easy holiday decorating that will give you a sneak head start on post-holiday cleanup. Learn how to pick the perfect single stage snow blower for clearing snow covered surfaces. Find out how a programmable thermostat can save up to 10% Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to clear up a jammed trash disposer without a service call, find out how to save money with energy efficient holiday lighting, discover the benefits of engineered hardwood floors, plus get answers to your home improvement questions about, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn why cracks in concrete and masonry must be repaired as soon as possible and get tips on concrete wall repair. And, find out how to fix cracks, gaps and nail pops in drywall, and get advice on easy and safe holiday decorating, Plus get answers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to use a ladder safely as you deck the halls, find out how caring for natural stone can extend its lifespan and keep it looking beautiful, get gift buying help with the Sears Blue Tool Crew, plus get answers to your home improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn about the pros and cons of a fresh vs. a fake Christmas tree, and how to find the freshest tree possible. Get the latest in housing trends that are leaning towards smaller and smarter house design with more usable space, discover the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn gutter cleaning tips to keep water flowing away from your house, discover ways to use candles safely to avoid fire, find out which windows are energy efficient and which windows qualify for federal tax credits. Plus get answers to your home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how you can insulate your home against leaks and cash in on energy tax credits, learn how to do yard work safely for your fall outdoor chores, get tips on removing holiday dinner stains like gravy, wine and cranberry sauce and more. Plus get Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to use your fireplace safely, find out about the research and planning that goes into designing a tool line, get food safety advice just in time for your holiday meal planning, learn how to use paint to redecorate a room in time for holiday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to avoid common appliance mistakes that lead to service calls, find out how you can balance your forced hot air heating system to prevent cold rooms, take advantage of energy efficient tax credits and don’t wait to install energy efficient Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get home security tips for the holidays to keep your home and valuables safe, learn how to pick the perfect snow thrower before winter sets in, discover an energy efficient upgrade to your home that saves money, energy and adds value to your home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to create holiday guest spaces for visitors that are comfortable and welcoming. Find out about new rules for lead-based paint removal that your contractor must know before any renovation. Discover a solution for unhealthy indoor air that can Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discover the trends for your fall décor and design and get tips on how to incorporate them into your home. Find out about a whole house ventilation system that can help make the air inside your home easier and healthier to breathe. Learn how to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn where you use the most electricity in your home with a whole house electricity monitor. Find out why fiberglass doors are more energy efficient than wood and how installing one before the end of the year may qualify you for a big tax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to have a safe Halloween with décor and lighting tips. Find out how to save money on hot water bills with the latest tankless water heaters. Learn how to stop drafts with caulk, weather stripping and insulation. Plus get answers to your home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to improve indoor air quality in your home to stay healthy. Indoor air can be worse for you to breathe than the air outdoors. Learn how to compost lawn and household waste to recycle organic waste. Avoid plumbing problems, especially Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to keep you home free of pests when the weather gets cooler. Learn to decorate your house like a haunted house just in time for Halloween. Find out how to avoid common safety hazards in your home that are dangerous for children. Get cleanup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom and Leslie take the show on the road with a one-of-a-kind broadcast from a unique place: the Craftsman Experience in Chicago. This brand new spot is a dream location for carpenters, mechanics, lawn and garden enthusiasts and DIYers of all skill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how Craftsman took a concept and created a unique space they’re calling a true “experience’ in the heart of Chicago. Touch, feel and try tools at hands-on project stations, live demos and clinics. Find out how you can see and be a part of what’s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how sealing roof leaks can make sure you stay dry. Learn how to find weak spots in your roof like the area around your chimney. You can turn down the thermostat and use a portable heater instead to save energy costs. Tom and Leslie have details on Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you love the look of natural stone countertops but not the price tag, find out how to get read stone countertops at a bargain price. Learn easy fall landscaping tips for your lawn and garden to protect them during the winter and get them ready for Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get tips on how to pick the perfect portable generator to provide backup power to your home in case of a power outage. Discover ways to cut down on water use at home including using a flow restrictor. Find out why steam cleaning your carpeting can help Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Putting off needed repairs can cost you in the long run. Discover the three home repairs you should never put off. Learn to make the most of less space by right-sizing your home, and live smaller and smarter. Find out why hiring a home inspector before a Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how you can reduce allergens and toxins in the air you are breathing at home with a whole house air purifier. Find out how to build a retaining wall to even out a sloped yard. Discover why installing a low flow toilet will save water and money Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to add attic insulation to your home and instantly see energy and money savings. Find out how to determine if you have enough and how to install more insulation. Learn about new options in residential backup power generators so you are never Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Furnaces that are not properly sized can waste energy. Find out if your furnace is the right size for your house. Learn how to get rid of nasty plumbing odors like that rotten egg smell. Find out how to build a dry well in your yard to prevent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices