The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast

You’ve had your home inspection, and several issues have turned up.  Now what? Learn how to navigate the negotiation process.  Melting snow plus spring showers mean a wet yard.  Get tips to manage yard drainage.  Ready to open windows? Find out how to

After news of the drinking water disaster in Flint, Michigan, how can you make sure your water is safe to drink, bathe in and cook with?  Tom and Leslie have advice to help. If you want to save water and still have a lush, green yard, you can install

It’s almost tax time.  If you’d like to spare yourself as much as possible, it’s time to look into tax deductions related to home ownership.  Learn which deductions are available.  Circuit breakers are and essential part of your electrical panel to

If you’d like to invest in home improvements that will allow you to recoup costs when you sell, look into the annual cost versus value report for ideas.  Get the top ROI improvements from Tom and Leslie.  Learn about new kitchen trends using mixed

Spring is in the air and it’s time to take on those projects you’ve been putting off.  Get advice on which projects you should take on, starting with regular maintenance on your home.  Get tips on how to make your home baby proof before you start

Instead of investing in an unpredictable stock market, make some investments in your home that can pay off in the long run.  Get tips on the proper way to build a fence.  Learn how to perk up your home for spring with fresh design and color ideas.

Learn what you need to know about life expectancy when it comes to your home’s major systems, including the roof, siding and HVAC.  Find out what a home energy audit is and how it can help you save on utility bills at home.  If you’re in the market

Learn why it’s important to divert water away from your home and get advice on how to do that with proper yard drainage.  Learn what you need to include in a winter survival kit to help in an emergency.  Find out why insulating your attic stairs is

Learn how to repair cracks in plaster walls properly so they don’t keep cracking again and again.  Find out which DIY projects rate low on the difficulty scale so that you can get started as a beginner.  Discover what indoor air pollutants you may be

Get advice on how to repair a jammed kitchen disposer whether it’s an automatic reset type or a manual type.  If your baked dishes seem off, it could be your oven’s temperature and not your cooking that’s to blame.  Find out how to troubleshoot your

Looking to shake things up in your home without breaking the bank?  Learn which home upgrades pack a big punch – for less.  Discover which standby generator’s best for keeping your house powered during storms.  And renters, stop flushing money down

Love the look of hardwood?  Use it to create an accent wall – an on-trend look for less!  Discover how to get your closets organized and actually keep them that way.  And find out about the new tile shape that’s got the design industry buzzing.  Plus

Are you tired of heating bill sticker shock – or winter spent under a blanket?  Most homes lack sufficient insulation.  Learn where and how to give yours a boost.  Discover which energy-efficient appliance saves you big in the long run.  And don’t buy

Cut your chances of a freezing cold shower by maintaining your hot water heater.  We’ll tell you how.  And is winter giving you the blues?  Add a touch of these paint colors proven to make you happier.  And laundry rooms are messy by nature, but don’t

Does your house have a voice of its own?  Learn what’s causing those creaks, rattles, and pops, and how to silence them for good.   Most termite infestations are diagnosed in the summer, but the bugs cause pricey damage year-round.  Find out what to