The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast

Author: Leslie Segrete Language: English Episodes: 1000
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.
Episodes
Home Repairs for New Homeowners [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:07
Most homeowners know that keeping up with home repairs can be expensive but a new study shows first time homeowners are totally unprepared for that eventuality. Tom and Leslie have tips, plus, answers to your home improv…
How to Burglar Proof Your Home for the Holidays [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:09
It's the most wonderful time of the year - for burglars! The FBI says nearly 400,000 burglaries occur in the last two months of the year. Tom & Leslie share tips to keep your home safe and secure, plus answer your home i…
3 Smart Heating Solutions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:07
As temperatures drop, home heating bills starting to run out of control. Tom & Leslie share 3 ways you can cut those heating costs and get comfortable, plus answers to your home improvement questions. Presented by Bumble…
Amazing Holiday Parties on a Shoestring [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:11
Want to throw an amazing party on a tight budget. Tom & Leslie have strategies to help you to take that party the extra mile without going into debt. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about you…
Repair or Replace? How to Know if Your Roof Needs to Go [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:07
Your roof weathers every storm, protects your home’s structure and keeps you warm and dry. But it won’t last forever. Tom & Leslie tell you what you need to know – when your roofs’ gotta go. Plus, answer to your home imp…
How to Hide Cords & Wires, and Your Calls [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:35
Do you have gorgeous wall-mounted, high definition flat screen TV surrounded by ugly, exposed cables and wires? Tom & Leslie tell you how to make the mess disappear, plus answer home improvement questions. Learn more abo…
Weakest Link in Home Security & Your Calls [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:08
Vacation season here and the time of year when burglars like to strike! Tom & Leslie have tips how to secure one of the weakest entry points to your house, your garage! Plus, answers to your home improvement questions. L…
Picking out The Perfect Paint Brush & More [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:11
Do you spend more time picking out paint, then picking out the paint brush? Tom and Leslie help you choose a brush that won’t leave marks, waste paint or leave bristles in wet paint, plus answer your home improvement que…
Easy Ways to Stop Tub & Shower Leaks, and More [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:05
Leaking tubs and showers can be a real mess to deal with, but can actually be an easy fix. Tom & Leslie tell you how, plus answer your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co…
Avoiding Poison Paint Strippers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:13
DIY’rs often turn to paint strippers for projects, but one class of paint strippers can be so dangerous, it’s caused the deaths of those who used them! Tom & Leslie tell you how to stay safe, plus answer your home improv…