When Should I Replace Attic Insulation?
Learn how to determine whether attic insulation is still up to snuff - and, if not, whether it needs to be replaced, or just …
Your Calls, Our Answers Podcast
Listen to the most popular home improvement questions and answers from the nationally syndicated radio show, The Money Pit!
Tankless Water Heater: ROI, Tax Credits and Maintenance Contracts
Learn about the benefits of a tankless water heater and get tips on how to evaluate the manufacturer's service contracts to …
Well Water Treatment – What’s Needed?
Learn the first step you should take to determine if well water needs a softener or filer. Plus, get maintenance tips for well …
Slow Draining Toilet: Check the Lines
Find out how to solve the problem of a slow-draining toilet and bathroom sink. Learn why the first thing you should check for is …
Concrete Garage Floor – How Thick, and How to Finish?
Learn the best way to pour concrete - and seal it - when building a garage, including money-saving tips on DIY portions of the …
Repaint Faded Wood Windows and Doors
Find out how to scrape, sand, prime, repaint and seal windows and doors to protect them from UV rays in an area that gets a lot …
How to Repair Loose Flashing Between Sections of Buildings
When buildings settle, seams can sometime open up between them, allowing water to potentially leak into the structure. Get tips …
How to Shield Patio Plants from Wall Air Conditioner5
Get tips on how to build a lattice to shelter plants from the intake of a wall air conditioner. Find out how far the lattice …
Getting Rid of Moles in Yards
Find out what attracts moles to yards, and get tips for eliminating both!
How to Care for Travertine Surfaces and Make Them Shine
Get tips on maintaining and sealing travertine - a form of limestone - and advice and products that keep it from looking dull.
What Smells Like Burning Rubber in My Home?5K+
Get ideas for what could be causing an occasional burning rubber smell - some of which are more urgent than others. Plus, …
How to Stop Sewer Odor from Drain
Learn about biogas and bacteria that build up over time and can create a sewer smell in a sink drain. Find out how to properly …
The Benefits to Adding a Water Softener to Your Water Heater
LESLIE: Mike in Texas, you’re next up on The Money Pit. What can we do for you today? MIKE: Yes, ma’am, I had a question about …
Mold on Radiant Barrier Insulation – Treat or Replace?
Get options for treating mold and moisture on a radiant barrier, and find out how radiant barriers hold up against other types …
How Can I Fill the Space Where Vinyl Floor is Separating From Bathtub?
It's important that wood subfloor stays dry. Learn what options exist for keeping water out when a vinyl floor separates …
Should You Insulate Your Ceiling?
LESLIE: Now I’ve got Andy in New Jersey on the line with an insulation question. How can we help you today? ANDY: I added on an …
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Imitation Brick
LESLIE: Now we’ve got Alice in Wisconsin on the line who has a question about imitation bricks. What can we do for you? ALICE: …
Cleaning Moss From Concrete
Moss that grows on blacktop and cement can be stubborn. Learn which products are effective at cleaning it off - and keeping it …
Sump Pump? Solutions for Chronic Basement Leaks
A high water table can cause constant moisture and leak issues - and the need for constant drainage. Find out which sump pumps …
Water Softener: Needed or Not?
Determine whether your water supply requires treatment. Also, get tips on installing and protecting a water softener located …
How to Fix a Leaky Gutter
Gutters that aren't doing their job could mean one of several problems. Find out how to diagnose your specific gutter …
Chimney Repair: Best Way to Fix Cracked Brick
LESLIE: Cathy in Massachusetts is on the line with a chimney repair question. Tell us what’s going on at your money pit. CATHY: …
How to Unclog a Shower
LESLIE: Walter in Pennsylvania is on the line with a slow-draining tub. Nothing is worse than that. What’s going on, Walter? …
Repairing Your Gutter so it Drains Properly
LESLIE: John, you’ve got The Money Pit. How can we help you today? JOHN: I have the rainspout in my house in two different …