#2524 – Discover the Joys of Natural Swimming Pools | Kitchen & Bath Design Trends | Wood Fence Care

#2524 – Discover the Joys of Natural Swimming Pools | Kitchen & Bath Design Trends | Wood Fence Care

Author: Leslie Segrete June 5, 2025 Duration: 38:50
SHOW NOTES: In this show, we're diving into the benefits of natural swimming pools, taking a peek at the latest kitchen and bath design trends, and sharing smart maintenance tips to keep your wood fence in top shape this summer. Plus, we’ve got answers to more DIY home improvement questions! - Swimming Pools: Create a backyard oasis and discover the joys of natural swimming pools. - Kitchen & Bath: A new survey highlights the latest trends in kitchen and bath design. - Wood Fence: Make sure your wood fence looks great and lasts for years to come with these simple maintenance tips.   Q & A: - Plumbing: Holly’s new washing machine is making terrible banging noises. She gets tips for making sure the appliance is level and installing a water hammer arrestor. - Solar Panels: Should Albert install solar panels on the roof or in an area behind his house? There are pros and cons to putting it over the roof vs. in an open area with full sun exposure. - Deck Cleaning: Nancy wants to clean her deck and finds out how to apply a mix of water and bleach detergent without any ammonia. - Electrical: Steve is concerned that none of the outlets in the kitchen are grounded. It’s possible to use GFCI outlets with two wires, but he should have an electrician do an evaluation. - Sandbox: Laurie has her questions answered about whether it’s a good idea to build a backyard sandbox for her grandchildren. - Patio: Alicia’s deck sits on a cement slab patio where a crack is getting bigger. We’ve got suggestions for sealing the crack and installing a layer of pavers over the surface.   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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