How to Wipe Out Ants in Lawn and Flower Beds
Find out why Tom does not recommend over-the-counter insecticides. Instead, it really pays to hire a professional who can apply …
Your Calls, Our Answers Podcast
Listen to the most popular home improvement questions and answers from the nationally syndicated radio show, The Money Pit!
Fix a Leaking Brick Chimney
Learn about the two areas of a brick chimney you should focus on when you have a leak: the clay flue liner, and the intersection …
How to Create Gardening and Entertaining Space in a Small Yard
Get tips and advice for how to best make use of a small yard. Learn how to build a flowerbed with potting soil and landscaping …
Tips for Prepping and Restaining a Wood Deck
Find out how to prep and restain a wood deck. Get tips on first cleaning the deck to remove any mildew or algae. Learn why you …
How to Clean a Rough Plastic Bathtub
Find out why Bon Ami is a good product to use if you want to really clean the rough, non-slip surface of the bottom of your tub. …
Wood Floor Finish Durable Enough for Dog Nails
Get tips on choosing a wood floor finish that is durable and won't show dog nail scratches too much. Find out why a satin or …
Restore Shine to Iron Fireplace Screen
Find out how to restore some shine to an iron fireplace screen that got rusty from flooding. Get tips on using grill paint, …
Pros and Cons of Open Cell Vs. Closed Cell Insulation
Find out why an open cell insulation like Icynene is a good choice for its ability to seal out drafts and help soundproof a …
Large Tile Floor Cracking
Find out why cracks in the grout and tiles on your floor means that the floor was not installed properly. Learn why it is …
Grout Sealant Keeps Grout Clean, Water-Repellant4
Find out how sealing grout can help keep it clean and water-repellant. Get tips on using a silicone-based grout sealant with an …
Gentle Way to Clean Exterior Brick on Old Home
Get tips on cleaning moss from exterior brick. Learn about Wet & Forget, a gentle cleaning product that you can basically …
Water Not Flowing from Outdoor Faucet
Find out why a bad valve is most likely the culprit if you have a problem with water not coming out of your outdoor faucet.
Cleaning Rust on Stainless Steel Appliances
Find out how to clean rust spots on stainless steel appliances. Get tips on using steel wool or a Brillo pad to remove the rust, …
How to Repair a Swollen Area of Hardwood Floor
Find out how to repair an area of your hardwood floor that is swollen from water damage. Get tips on cutting out the swollen …
Wide, Deep Crack in Concrete Porch: How to Fix
Find out how to repair a big crack in your concrete porch. Get tips on using flowable urethane on top of a backer rod, which …
Finishing a Radiant-Heat Floor
Radiant-heat floors don't have to look different than other standard indoor flooring. Find out what type of flooring is …
Cleaning Mold Off Walls
Learn how to determine if isolated, fuzzy growth in cool, damp places is mold - and steps for getting rid of it.
How to Seal a Deck13
Sealing a deck requires sanding it down to its original lumber - otherwise, sealant will peel off. Find out additional options …
Vines: Getting Rid of Marks Left Behind
Vine attachment points can leave marks that are surprisingly difficult to remove. Find out what's needed to get rid of vine …
Adding a Cathedral Ceiling: DIY or Not?
Removing ceiling joints and adjusting roof pitch are serious undertakings that can compromise a home's safety. Find out who …
Cleaning Grease Buildup Off Kitchen Cabinets
Find out which cleaning product works best for removing grease and oil buildup from kitchen cabinets and other household …
How to Give Hardwood Floors a Natural Finish
Learn the best products and process for protecting and refinishing hardwood floors without undoing their rugged, natural look.
How to Get Blood Stains Out of Carpet
Blood can be especially difficult to lift and remove from upholstery - but there are a few inexpensive, DIY spot removal methods …
How to Remove Mold from Bathroom Tile
Find out how to remove stubborn mold from tile in the bathroom. Learn about cleaning products such as Wet & Forget that can be …