The Money Pit Calls & Answers
For nearly two decades, Leslie Segrete and former host Tom Kraeutler have fielded every home improvement, home decor, or home repair question imaginable. Your Calls, Our Answers features the best calls from their podcast and nationally syndicated home improvement radio show The Money Pit.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 2 minutes
- Episodes
- 305
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Solution for Serious Mold
If mold shows up throughout your home after a severe storm, it's time to call in a professional. Learn why this not a DIY project.
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00:03:49 |
Mon 24 Mar 2025
Fix the Gap Under a Garage Door
Learn how to fix the gap under a garage door. Get step-by-step instructions on how to adapt a garage door for an uneven floor.
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00:02:52 |
Fri 21 Mar 2025
Kid-Friendly Finishings for Furniture
Get tips on how to refinish your furniture without worrying about your children ingesting lead paint chips. Sand down areas when you think your child's nail can chip off lead paint.
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00:03:32 |
Thu 20 Mar 2025
How to Keep the Sun Out of a Window
Learn about several options for keeping the sun out of a room. Window tinting is a good idea if you have fine antique furniture or Oriental rugs that you want to preserve. An alternate to that is mak…
00:03:50 |
Wed 19 Mar 2025
How to Install Tile in a Bathroom
Find out the proper way to install tile in a bathroom. Get tips on using a standard tile backer and learn why you should stay away from composite drywall for this project.
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00:02:37 |
Tue 18 Mar 2025
Modernizing Security Lights Can Save Electricity
Find out about how modernizing and upgrading your current outdoor security lighting can use less electricity while adding more light. Get tips for working with electrical wiring and outdoor security …
00:03:52 |
Mon 17 Mar 2025
How to Replace Toilet Parts
Find out how to repair a toilet. Get tips on replacing the flush valve and using food coloring to see if it's leaking.
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00:03:05 |
Fri 14 Mar 2025
Why Rough Service Light Bulbs Last Longer Outdoors
Have you ever wondered why outdoor light bulbs don't seem to last very long? Rough service bulbs offer a longer lasting solution.
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00:02:02 |
Thu 13 Mar 2025
How to Repair Pitted Cement Steps
Pitted cement steps a result of harsh winters with ice and salt on them? An epoxy patching compound can help bring back an attractive look.
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00:02:48 |
Wed 12 Mar 2025
Landscaper Damaged Vinyl Siding: How to Repair
When your landscapers lawn mowers take a slice out of your vinyl siding, what's the best way to get the damaged vinyl siding repair done? Call your insurance company! Here's why.
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00:04:08 |
Tue 11 Mar 2025
Choosing The Best Egress Window For Your Basement
Installing an Egress Window in your basement has many great benefits. There are two types that work efficiently.The fist one is called a StackWell. It's very deep & wide with a ladder built right int…
00:03:32 |
Mon 10 Mar 2025
Make a One-Way Door For Squirrels
Find out how to make a one-way door so squirrels can leave your house but won't be able to get back in. Get tips on using a rubber flap or woven wire mesh for the door.
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00:02:17 |
Fri 07 Mar 2025
Septic System Design for High Water Table
Septic Systems must have a functioning leech drain field to work properly. Find out how to drain a septic tan when a high water table is present.
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00:04:22 |
Thu 06 Mar 2025
Drainage Check-In
Have water leaking into your home? It could be affecting your foundation. Listen here for place to check to ensure proper drainage is occurring!
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00:03:14 |
Wed 05 Mar 2025
Fix for Poor HVAC Design
Forced air HVAC systems will perform poorly and waste energy if the ducts are not installed correctly. Get tips for repair of a problem system by improving the return air flow.
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00:03:04 |
Tue 04 Mar 2025
Best Pro for Damaged Fireplace
Annoyed by a damaged fireplace caused by a piece of mortar, and looking to patch it up? Find out the best professional to call for a damaged fireplace.
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00:02:58 |
Mon 03 Mar 2025
Ceiling Cracks: How to Fix
Find out how to repair ceiling cracks with perforated drywall tape. Get tips on how to apply and sand layers of joint compound so that they are not noticeable.
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00:02:05 |
Fri 28 Feb 2025
Tips for Keeping Your Home in Tip Top Shape
A few easy maintenace projects can help keep your home running smoothly. Get tips on how to maintain your heating system and more.
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00:03:51 |
Thu 27 Feb 2025
Cracks in Plaster: Structural Problem?
Cracks in plaster are common in old homes. Learn if cracks in plaster are a structural problem and how do you fix cracks in plaster?
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00:02:56 |
Wed 26 Feb 2025
Fixing Drafty French Doors
Get tips on fixing drafty French doors. Re-sealing around the sill may be one solution to a draft problem.
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00:03:48 |
Tue 25 Feb 2025
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