#2505 – Shed the Clutter with a Backyard Storage Shed | Window Repair Checklist | Retailer’s DIY Day

#2505 – Shed the Clutter with a Backyard Storage Shed | Window Repair Checklist | Retailer’s DIY Day

Author: Leslie Segrete March 31, 2025 Duration: 39:38
SHOW NOTES: In this show, learn how to conquer clutter with a storage shed, decide between window repair versus replacement, and get expert advice and resources from a DIY guru and a leading retailer. Plus, we’ve got answers to lots more questions for all your home improvement projects! - Storage Shed: Shed your outdoor clutter by building a backyard storage shed. - Window Repair: This checklist helps you see clearly on whether to repair or replace your windows. - DIY Expert Advice: HGTV star and home improvement retailer offer advice for DIY projects.   Q & A: - Mold: Karen has gotten some bad advice about mold on the basement walls. She must have samples tested to discover the correct mitigation plan to treat the mold. - Water Heater: What’s the best kind of water heater for a large family? Mike should consider a tankless water heater to save energy and provide hot water instantly. - Drafty Windows: Cold wind is blowing through Joyce’s apartment windows. She can seal the drafts by using shrink film or a temporary caulk. - Jacuzzi Drain: A caustic cleaner burned the tub surface when Barry tried to clear the clogged drain. We have suggestions for different products that are better to use. - Front Door: Rick just wants to replace his front door rather than the entire transom. We discuss the challenges and carpentry needed for the exact entry door replacement. - Foundation Repair: Brenda’s poured cement basement walls are starting to crumble. She should hire a structural engineer to inspect the foundation and determine the best repair specification.   ASK A QUESTION: Need help with your own home improvement or décor question? We’d love to help! Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here: https://www.moneypit.com/ask. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever feel like your house is swallowing your savings and sanity with every creaky floorboard and leaky faucet? You're not alone, but there's a better way to think about it. With The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast, host Leslie Segrete reframes that classic dilemma. Here, a "money pit" isn't a disaster-it's simply a home you love and want to care for, room by room. Leslie serves as your practical guide, a sort of coach and helper for everything from urgent repairs to those big renovation dreams you've been sketching on napkins. Each episode digs into the real stuff of homeownership, offering unbiased, actionable expertise. You'll hear clear advice covering the full spectrum, whether it's a plumbing headache in the bathroom, finishing a basement, planning a garden layout, or organizing a chaotic garage. The conversation moves seamlessly from the nitty-gritty of demolition to the finishing touches of décor, all with the goal of making your projects less daunting and more successful. This podcast is for anyone who wants to roll up their sleeves and create a space that truly works, saving money and frustration through reliable knowledge. Tune in for a down-to-earth, empowering take on turning your household challenges into triumphs.
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