The Money Pit Calls & Answers

By Tom Kraeutler & Leslie Segrete

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For over a decade, expert hosts Tom Kraeutler and Leslie Segrete 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.

Episode Date
Deck Restore by Synta
May 02, 2024
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May 02, 2024
Major Crack in Exterior Wall
May 01, 2024
How to Cover Up Wood Paneling
Apr 30, 2024
Should My Vapor Barrier Be Covered in Moisture?
Apr 29, 2024
Convert a Garage into a Spa or Pool Room
Apr 26, 2024
Metal Roof for a Tool Shed
Apr 25, 2024
Cleaning Bathroom Mold
Apr 24, 2024
Fixing Whistling Pipes
Apr 23, 2024
How to Cover Stain in Popcorn Ceiling
Apr 22, 2024
How to Clean Patio
Apr 19, 2024
Pet Odor in Carpets
Apr 18, 2024
How to Repair a Cracked Concrete Floor
Apr 17, 2024
Choosing Construction Materials for a Shed
Apr 16, 2024
Painting Around Trim and Crown Moulding
Apr 15, 2024
How to Caulk a Faucet
Apr 12, 2024
How to Touch Up Scratched Kitchen Cabinets
Apr 11, 2024
Cleaning Siding
Apr 10, 2024
How to Loosen Gritty Gunk on Sliding Glass Door
Apr 09, 2024
Removing a Bathmat Stuck to the Shower Floor
Apr 08, 2024
How to Remove a Tree Trunk
Apr 05, 2024
Finishing an Uneven Concrete Floor
Apr 04, 2024
How to Save Rainwater
Apr 03, 2024
How to Clean Dingy Linoleum
Apr 02, 2024
Repairing Cracks in a Concrete Driveway
Apr 01, 2024
Draining a Flooded Basement
Mar 29, 2024
Patch a Hole in a Wall
Mar 28, 2024
How to Restore Clawfoot Tub
Mar 27, 2024
Clean Cloudy Glass
Mar 26, 2024
Choosing Gutter Guards
Mar 25, 2024
Solution for Serious Mold
Mar 22, 2024
Fix the Gap Under a Garage Door
Mar 21, 2024
Kid-Friendly Finishings for Furniture
Mar 20, 2024
How to Keep the Sun Out of a Window
Mar 19, 2024
How to Install Tile in a Bathroom
Mar 18, 2024
Modernizing Security Lights Can Save Electricity
Mar 15, 2024
How to Replace Toilet Parts
Mar 14, 2024
Why Rough Service Light Bulbs Last Longer Outdoors
Mar 13, 2024
How to Repair Pitted Cement Steps
Mar 12, 2024
Landscaper Damaged Vinyl Siding: How to Repair
Mar 11, 2024
Choosing The Best Egress Window For Your Basement
Mar 08, 2024
Make a One-Way Door For Squirrels
Mar 07, 2024
Septic System Design for High Water Table
Mar 06, 2024
Drainage Check-In
Mar 05, 2024
Fix for Poor HVAC Design
Mar 04, 2024
Best Pro for Damaged Fireplace
Mar 01, 2024
Remove Oil Stains from Concrete Driveway
Feb 29, 2024
Ceiling Cracks: How to Fix
Feb 28, 2024
Tips for Keeping Your Home in Tip Top Shape
Feb 27, 2024
Cracks in Plaster: Structural Problem?
Feb 26, 2024
Fixing Drafty French Doors
Feb 23, 2024
Determining Electrical Service Size for Your Home
Feb 22, 2024
Basement Tile Floor Options
Feb 21, 2024
What's the Cause of Cold Water in My Shower?
Feb 20, 2024
How to Connect Brass and Galvanized Pipes
Feb 19, 2024
Textured Wall and Ceilings: Techniques to Use
Feb 16, 2024
How to Fix a Light Switch That's Stopped Working?
Feb 15, 2024
Electric Water Heater vs. Tankless
Feb 14, 2024
Mold in Basement: Is It Toxic?
Feb 13, 2024
Refinishing a Old Dresser
Feb 12, 2024
What's the White Film on My Bathroom Walls, Tiles, and Fixtures?
Feb 09, 2024
Removing Scratches from a Toilet Bowl
Feb 08, 2024
Prepping to Paint Your Cabinets
Feb 07, 2024
Sulfur Smelling Bathroom
Feb 06, 2024
How to Know Your Radon Level
Feb 05, 2024
How to Fix a Faucet with Low Water Pressure
Feb 02, 2024
How to Clean Mildew from Drywall
Feb 01, 2024
Peeling Paint: How to Stop
Jan 31, 2024
Mold or Mildew on Leather: How to Clean
Jan 30, 2024
How to Get Rid of Cigarette Smell
Jan 29, 2024
Ideas for Fixing Drafty Doors
Jan 26, 2024
Leveling a Concrete Basement Floor
Jan 25, 2024
Replace a Water Damaged Ceiling
Jan 24, 2024
Are Squeaky Floors Unsafe?
Jan 23, 2024
Repair a Sinking Garage Floor
Jan 22, 2024
File an Insurance Claim: Water Damaged Walls and Ceilings
Jan 19, 2024
Best Options for Replacing Shower Valves
Jan 18, 2024
Solutions for Smelly Water Odor
Jan 17, 2024
Refinish a Stained Acrylic Bathtub
Jan 16, 2024
Fixing Cracks in the Bathtub
Jan 15, 2024
Porcelain Tile: How to Store
Jan 12, 2024
White Fuzz on Concrete Floor: How to Clean
Jan 11, 2024
Paint Over Stained Furniture
Jan 10, 2024
Stain and Seal a Wood Floor
Jan 09, 2024
Best Carpet for a Home Office
Jan 08, 2024
How to Fix Leaking Kitchen Faucet
Jan 05, 2024
How to Remove a Stripped Bathtub Drain
Jan 04, 2024
Programmable Thermostat for Radiant Floor Heating System
Jan 03, 2024
Clean Grease and Grime From Kitchen Cabinets
Jan 02, 2024
Relocate a Thermostat Away from Fireplace
Jan 01, 2024
Wash Carpet Without Damaging Particle Board
Dec 29, 2023
How To Sound Proof Your Apartment
Dec 28, 2023
How to Insulate and Ventilate a Cathedral Ceiling
Dec 27, 2023
Heat Pump on the Fritz
Dec 26, 2023
Clean Burnt Popcorn Smell from Microwave
Dec 25, 2023
Choose Quartz for Heat-Resistant Countertops
Dec 22, 2023
Warm Up a Cold Floor
Dec 21, 2023
Install an Alarm to Warn Against Freezing Pipes
Dec 20, 2023
Cause of Ice on a Storm Door
Dec 19, 2023
How to Fix a Blocked Pipe
Dec 18, 2023
How to Heat a Finished Attic
Dec 15, 2023
Door for Small Bathroom Space
Dec 14, 2023
Insulate a Basement Floor
Dec 13, 2023
Replace a Bathtub While Preserving Tile
Dec 12, 2023
DIY Blown-in Insulation Installation
Dec 11, 2023
Central AC: Should You Winterize Unit?
Dec 08, 2023
How to Fix a Leaking Shower
Dec 07, 2023
Stop Windows from Sweating in Winter
Dec 06, 2023
Install Flashing Around a Chimney
Dec 05, 2023
How to Realign Cabinet Drawers and Doors
Dec 04, 2023
How to Locate a Roof Leak
Dec 01, 2023
White Residue on Glass Shower Door
Nov 30, 2023
How to Stain a Railing and Stairway
Nov 29, 2023
How to Stop Hardwood Floors from Squeaking
Nov 28, 2023
How to Solve a Leaking Toilet
Nov 27, 2023
How to Put in a New Tub
Nov 24, 2023
How to Paint a Ceiling
Nov 23, 2023
Gas vs. Electric Appliances for Energy Efficiency
Nov 22, 2023
Crack in Concrete Garage Floor
Nov 21, 2023
Gas Fireplace: OK to Close Damper?
Nov 20, 2023
Insurance Company Can't Find Matching Replacement Siding - What Can I Do?
Nov 17, 2023
Mold In Closets
Nov 16, 2023
Miracle Method Bathtub Refinishing
Nov 15, 2023
Remodeling: Combine Kitchen and Dining Room to Increase Resale Value?
Nov 14, 2023
How to Repair a Crack Over a Door
Nov 13, 2023
Black Stain on Carpet
Nov 10, 2023
Weatherized Dog Doors
Nov 09, 2023
Create a Soundproof Room for Recording
Nov 08, 2023
Solar Roof Shingles: Do They Save Money?
Nov 07, 2023
How to Repair Crumbling Mortar
Nov 06, 2023
Hot Shower Faster with Tankless Water Heater
Nov 03, 2023
Advantages of PEX Piping
Nov 02, 2023
Why is Paint Peeling From My Ceiling?
Nov 01, 2023
Getting Rid of Termites: DIY or Not?
Oct 31, 2023
Toilet Won't Flush Completely
Oct 30, 2023
Build and Tile a Shower Stall
Oct 27, 2023
How to Repair Loose Roof Shingles
Oct 26, 2023
Dishwasher Buildup Cleaning
Oct 25, 2023
How to Tile a Shower
Oct 24, 2023
Washing Machine: How to Fix a Blocked Pipe
Oct 23, 2023
Choosing a Tankless Water Heater
Oct 20, 2023
How to Remove Wax from Carpet
Oct 19, 2023
Repairing an Uneven Walkway
Oct 18, 2023
Best Way to Stop Windows that Leak
Oct 17, 2023
Insulating Floors Joists on Addition
Oct 16, 2023
How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs
Oct 13, 2023
What Type of Floating Floor to Put Over Tile
Oct 12, 2023
Why Hire an Architect?
Oct 11, 2023
How to Insulate a Basement
Oct 10, 2023
How to Fix a Light Switch Timer
Oct 09, 2023
Tips for Getting Rid of Mice
Oct 06, 2023
Bathroom Flooring Options
Oct 05, 2023
Stripping Old Wallpaper
Oct 04, 2023
Moving a Main Beam: Not DIY!
Oct 03, 2023
How to Clean Odor from Dishwasher
Oct 02, 2023
How to Fix a Squeaky Floor
Sep 29, 2023
Avoid a Dryer Fire from a Plastic Vent
Sep 28, 2023
Anchor Storage Shelves to Concrete
Sep 27, 2023
Clean Soap Scum from Sink Drains
Sep 26, 2023
Bathroom Ceiling Replacement Options
Sep 25, 2023
Spitting Noise From Hot Water Faucet
Sep 22, 2023
Spray Foam Insulation for Sill Plates: Open or Closed Cell?
Sep 21, 2023
Dried Out and Discolored Caulk
Sep 20, 2023
Breaker Busters and How To Avoid Them
Sep 19, 2023
How To Clean a Water Softener
Sep 18, 2023
Easy Tips to Fix Cracked Concrete Curb
Sep 15, 2023
Energy Efficient Siding
Sep 14, 2023
Selecting Surface for Kitchen Countertop
Sep 13, 2023
Options For Peeling Ceiling Paint
Sep 12, 2023
Cleaning Grout
Sep 11, 2023
How to Fix Sheetrock Nails That Keep Popping Out
Sep 08, 2023
Termites Found When Purchasing Home: What to Do Next
Sep 07, 2023
Solutions for Hard Water
Sep 06, 2023
Best Flooring for Bathrooms
Sep 05, 2023
Black Dots on Ceramic Stove Top
Sep 04, 2023
Eliminating Carpenter Bees
Sep 01, 2023
Choosing Bolts for Cinder Block Walls
Aug 31, 2023
How to Clean Stains From Marble Tile
Aug 30, 2023
Slippery Concrete Driveway: How to Fix
Aug 29, 2023
Tips for Installing a Staircase
Aug 28, 2023
Cleaning Oil Stains from a Concrete Driveway
Aug 25, 2023
How to Knock Out a Wall
Aug 24, 2023
Cleaning Stained Grout
Aug 23, 2023
Gutter Selection & Installation
Aug 22, 2023
Electrical Surge Problem
Aug 21, 2023
Refinishing a Hardwood Floor: Is Sanding Necessary?
Aug 18, 2023
Is My Metal Roof Affecting My Cell Phone Service?
Aug 17, 2023
Insulating your Crawlspace
Aug 16, 2023
Tips for Organizing Inside Kitchen Cabinets
Aug 15, 2023
Removing and Re-Using Tile
Aug 14, 2023
Find the Source of a Roof Leak
Aug 11, 2023
Sump Pump Makes a Loud Noise
Aug 10, 2023
Floor Dropping After Structural Renovation
Aug 09, 2023
When to Call an Exterminator
Aug 08, 2023
Eliminate Moisture in a Crawlspace
Aug 07, 2023
How to Repair Trowel-On Coating
Aug 04, 2023
Removing Wallpaper
Aug 03, 2023
Tips for Cleaning Stainless Steel
Aug 02, 2023
How to Extend Roof Shingle into Gutters
Aug 01, 2023
Can I Install Salvaged Ductwork in My House?
Jul 31, 2023
How to Soundproof a Room
Jul 28, 2023
How to Repair a Crack in Brick
Jul 27, 2023
Three-Way Switches Not Working Properly
Jul 26, 2023
Patching Holes in a Kitchen Ceiling
Jul 25, 2023
Cold Showers? Try a Tankless Water Heater.
Jul 24, 2023
Mold From Rain After Storm: What's the Fix?
Jul 21, 2023
How to Fix Dirty Water After Plumbing Work
Jul 20, 2023
How to Hide Unsightly Wiring
Jul 19, 2023
Choosing the Right Bathtub
Jul 18, 2023
Removing Paint from Your Porch
Jul 17, 2023
Selling a House: Should I Fix My Loose Tile Shower Floor?
Jul 14, 2023
Restoring a Cedar Deck to Its Original Color
Jul 13, 2023
EPDM Rubber Roof
Jul 12, 2023
How to Repair Loose Gutters
Jul 11, 2023
How to Find a Home Inspector
Jul 10, 2023
LED Lighting for the Kitchen
Jul 07, 2023
Deck Material Options
Jul 06, 2023
Rotten Floorboards: How to Replace
Jul 05, 2023
How to Repair a Hole Where a Gravel Driveway Meets the Road
Jul 04, 2023
Wet Floor After Rain
Jul 03, 2023
Best Way to Eliminate Weeds
Jun 30, 2023
Hot Water Turning Cold? Here's the Fix!
Jun 29, 2023
Air Cleaners
Jun 28, 2023
How to Shop for Replacement Windows
Jun 27, 2023
Tips for Driveway Patching and Makeovers
Jun 26, 2023
How to Fix a Sagging Bathroom Floor
Jun 23, 2023
How to Fix Creaky Stairs
Jun 22, 2023
Converting a Sauna to a Shower
Jun 21, 2023
Painting Your Porch
Jun 20, 2023
What's the Best Type of Attic Insulation?
Jun 19, 2023
How to Cover Up a Persistent Water Stain
Jun 16, 2023
Faucet Turns Itself On
Jun 15, 2023
Install Tile Over a Formica Countertop
Jun 14, 2023
How to Shade a Concrete Patio
Jun 13, 2023
Replace Electrical Wiring in an Older Home
Jun 12, 2023
How to Kill Carpenter Ants
Jun 09, 2023
Beach Deck: Stain or Paint?
Jun 08, 2023
Best Way to Repair Broken Door
Jun 07, 2023
How to Eliminate Moldy Smell from Porch
Jun 06, 2023
How to Fix a Shower that Turns Cold
Jun 05, 2023
How Can I Remove Stains From My Home's Exterior (Siding, Eaves, Brick)?
Jun 02, 2023
Build a Composite Deck on Existing Joists
Jun 01, 2023
Removing Rust Stains From Countertops
May 31, 2023
Options for a Durable Garage Floor
May 30, 2023
How Effective is Waterproofing Paint for the Basement?
May 29, 2023
Easy Fix for Vinyl Tiles Won't Stick?
May 26, 2023
Long Crack in Concrete Porch
May 25, 2023
Exterior Mildew Removal
May 24, 2023
Creaking Pipes: How to Find Source
May 23, 2023
How to Paint a Popcorn Ceiling
May 22, 2023
Cleaning Auto Grease From a Garage Floor
May 19, 2023
Whole House Humidifier: DIY or Not?
May 18, 2023
How to Remove Paint from Brick
May 17, 2023
How Do I Clean White Film Deposited From Fireplace?
May 16, 2023
How to Make Cabinets a Lighter Color
May 15, 2023
Garbage Disposal Slowing Down Drain
May 12, 2023
Moss in Yard: Killing It
May 11, 2023
Underground Spring Causing Soggy Backyard
May 10, 2023
Removing Glued Tiles from Your Floor
May 09, 2023
How to Find Leak in Shower
May 08, 2023
Replace Shingles That Blow Off in Storms
Dec 23, 2022
Basement Heat Options
Dec 14, 2022
Paint a Garage Floor
Nov 19, 2022
Switches that Don't Control Anything
Nov 17, 2022
How to Keep Your Pipes from Freezing
Nov 16, 2022
When to Replace Loose Tile
Nov 15, 2022
Troubleshoot a Leak Near Your Chimney
Nov 14, 2022
Spots on Glasses from Dishwasher: Diagnosing the Cause
Nov 11, 2022
Improve Circulation of Warm Air from Heating System
Nov 10, 2022
How to Clean and Remove Stains from Granite Countertop
Nov 10, 2022
Tips for Buying a Home with Asbestos
Nov 08, 2022
Seal Gaps Between Floor and Wall
Nov 07, 2022
Clean a Slow Drain
Nov 04, 2022
Heating Up a Converted Garage
Nov 03, 2022
Strip Old Varnish from Interior Wood Molding
Nov 02, 2022
Clever Tricks for Replacing Stained Carpet
Nov 01, 2022
Get Rid of Rotten Egg Smell from Water Faucet
Oct 31, 2022
Installing Flooring Over Residual Glue
Oct 28, 2022
Bathroom Remodeling: Tub Inserts vs. Tiles
Oct 27, 2022
How to Install a Toilet and Pedestal Sink
Oct 26, 2022
Hardwood Floor in a Bathroom: Bad Choice
Oct 26, 2022
Fix a Sagging Floor
Oct 24, 2022
Cover Painted Brick Fireplace with Faux Stone
Oct 21, 2022
Cleaning Vinyl Floors
Oct 20, 2022
Expandable Foam Insulation
Oct 19, 2022
Shopping for an Efficient Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
Oct 18, 2022
Furnace Maintenance Air Quality
Oct 17, 2022
Tile Adhesive Issues
Oct 14, 2022
Draining Around Your Driveway
Oct 13, 2022
Granite Countertop Maintenance
Oct 12, 2022
Repairing Chimney Cracks
Oct 11, 2022
Removing Water Stains from Wood Furniture
Oct 10, 2022
Chimney Cleaning
Oct 07, 2022
The Right Electricity for your Heating System
Oct 06, 2022
Unused Rooms: Keep Doors Open or Closed?
Oct 05, 2022
Different Ways to Heat Your Home
Oct 04, 2022
Water Heaters: When to Replace
Oct 03, 2022
How to Add Additional Insulation to Your Attic
Sep 30, 2022
Repair Roof Leak Damaged Drywall
Sep 29, 2022
Sealing Cedar Siding | How to Protect Cedar Shingle Siding
Sep 28, 2022
Why Is Floor Tile Grout Crumbling?
May 15, 2022