The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast

We’ll have tips on how to find and fix the leaks before they cause more damage 

There aren’t many downsides to summer – but the occasional severe storm may be one!  Tom and Leslie have step by step tips you need to make sure passing storms haven’t left you with home repair havoc in their wake.  Plus tips on lowering cooling costs and fun DIY projects made of concrete 

On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing better than sitting out on the porch…until the mosquitoes arrive!  Tom & Leslie have tips on the best screens to keep pesky pests away. Plus get solutions for plumbing problems and find out how to keep ivy away from your house. All that plus, answers to your home improvement questions. 

Tired of being bugged by backyard mosquitoes?  Tom & Leslie have 5 ways to keep YOU off the mosquito menu. Plus, get tips on projects that boost home value and learn the easy way to build an outdoor kitchen, fire pit, and more – along with answers to your home improvement questions. 

Painting is the most basic of DIY projects, but it’s also one that can go wrong quickly if you make some very simple mistakes. Tom and Leslie share 3 things you must do to make sure every paint project comes our perfect. Plus get tips on keeping backyard space safe for pets, learn how to prepare your home for a storm and get answers your home improvement questions! 

With Summer in full swing, your electricity bill can provide a bigger shock than the juice itself!  Tom & Leslie have tips on utility programs that can save money, plus answers to your home improvement questions. 

There’s a lot more to now before renting a house or apartment than whether you like the neighborhood!  As the saying goes, the devil is in the details and Tom & Leslie help sort the important ones out, plus answer your home improvement questions. 

Are the hot days ahead have you planning to buy a new room air conditioner?  Tom & Leslie share a surprisingly common mistake that can leave your home feeling damp and musty – instead of cool and comfortable – plus, answer your home improvement questions. 

Summer storms may be great for your lawn and garden, but they also do a lot to help mold, mildew, moss and algae grow.  Tom & Leslie have tips on the easiest ways to stop mold, mildew and more from growing on decks, siding and sidewalks, plus answers to your home improvement questions. 

There’s an old saying that good fences make great neighbors – that is if you can get the fence built!  Tom & Leslie have tips to make that project a lot easier, plus, answers to your home improvement questions. 

Drywall repairs like fixing wall cracks, nail pops and seams that split open can be a constant hassle for homeowners.  Tom & Leslie tell you how to do them do them right, so you won’t be doing them again and again.  Plus, answers to your home improvement questions. 

Ready to spruce up your backyard with a fire pit, grill surround or outdoor kitchen? These are projects you CAN build yourself.  Tom & Leslie have tips to get you started, Plus, answers to your home improvement questions.

Are you a pet-lover and considering a new decor or remodeling project?  Tom & Leslie have tips on how to choose the improvements that work well for both you, AND your pets. 

This is the time of year that wood decks, trim or fencing a take a beating from the intense sun.  Tom & Leslie have tips on how to stain and finish wood to make it stand up to the heat ahead, plus answer your home improvement questions. 

Adding a backyard deck is one sure-fire way to increase your home's living space. But if you’re not careful, it’s easy to make costly mistakes. Tom & Leslie tell you what you need to know, answer to your home improvement questions.