Podcast Episodes

Choosing a Gutter Guard

With a wide variety of gutter guards on the market, find out which is most effective in keeping gutters clean and clear of clogs or leaks.  Learn why reverse-curve gutter guards are especially effect…

Published on 6 years, 3 months ago

Tips for Filling Cracks with Wood Putty

Cracks in wood can be filled easily with wood putty and then painted. But once the weather hits, is it still good? Listen here to find out!

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Published on 6 years, 3 months ago

Staining Pressure Treated Wood Deck

If you have a new pressure treated wood deck, is it OK to stain it now, or should yo wait? Find out with smart smart steps for staining pressure treated wood.

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Published on 6 years, 3 months ago

How to Finish the Floor of a Yankee Basement

Find out why concrete is really the only recommended floor for a Yankee basement. Get tips on pouring it in sections and making it 4 inches thick instead of 6 inches to save a little bit on concrete.…

Published on 6 years, 3 months ago

How to Properly Insulate and Ventilate an Attic

Find out how to properly insulate and ventilate an attic. Learn why it makes no sense to insulate the walls and ceiling of your attic if it is unfinished and you have no intention of finishing it. In…

Published on 6 years, 3 months ago

How to Paint a Wood Entry Door

Find out how to put a new layer of paint on a wood entry door. If the existing paint is smooth (not cracking or peeling), you can sand it down to take the sheen off before applying primer and top coa…

Published on 6 years, 3 months ago

How to Cover a Marble Floor

Get options for resurfacing a marble floor - and Tom and Leslie's take on the subject! Plus, learn about floating carpet tiles that allow a huge design update without removing marble, and get tips fo…

Published on 6 years, 3 months ago

Tips for Basement Drain Odors

In older homes, floor drain odors can form if drains are not frequently used. Get simple tips to reduce odors.

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Published on 6 years, 3 months ago

How to Filter Clay Residue in Water

Find out how to prevent clay residue from entering your water system. Get tips on asking your local plumbing-supply contractor or retailer to recommend a whole-house sediment filter that will work fo…

Published on 6 years, 3 months ago

Water in Crawlspace: Where is it Coming From?

If water is collecting in your crawlspace, you can determine where it's coming from.  If you notice during rainy periods, it's probably poor drainage around foundation perimeter.

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Published on 6 years, 3 months ago