Knowing the basic setup of a roof will help your home stay safe through the summer and winter…today’s show gives you quick roofing tips that everyone should understand.
PLUS how can you cool a house with hot water heat?
We tackle that dilemma as well.
At the end of the show I make an important announcement.
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Water bills get out of control real fast…especially if you have a sprinkler system. Today’s podcast talks about Spruce Irrigation and how it works with SmartThings home automation to save you money on your water bill.
If you’re a techie and have a sprinkler system you’ll love this.
Here’s Spruce’s website
http://www.spruceirrigation.com
ALSO,
we discuss how to cover up pet smells on floors and the best approach for tiling a cinderblock shower.
I mention Wedi and Schluter KERDI-BOARD
Check them both out to see which you’d like best
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Tree trunk removal can be tough…today we discuss a way to remove trunks without breaking your back…although, this isn’t necessarily the ‘greenest’ method (just a heads up).
ALSO we talk about how to quiet noisy pipes and a way to solve wobbly outlets or switches.
Here’s the link to the outlet shims I mention
If you’re interested in the Spectracide stump remover granules you can research them here
Finally, this is the link to the Pumie pumice stick that Phil recommended
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Cracked tiles stink…today we discuss why DITRA is a MUST under tile floors.
It’s easy to install, stops cracked tile & grout and can make your bathroom floor 100% waterproof.
We have a complete free step-by-step tutorial for you over on Home Repair Tutor. There are two different videos for your viewing enjoyment.
Part 1 shows how to install DITRA on a wood subfloor and Part 2 shows how to waterproof the DITRA…super important for anyone with kids or a messy husband, haha.
Here are the links to the video tutorials
Part 1 - How to Install DITRA on a Wood Subfloor
Part 2 - How to Waterproof DITRA
As promised here is the Amazon link for the QEP tile hole saw kit
I apologize because in the show I said it’s $20 and it’s NOT…sorry about that
Here’s the link to the linoleum/carpet knife used for tile setting
If you haven’t already done so you can,
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Rust stains on toilets and bathtubs…how can you remove em…today’s podcast has a great solution.
PLUS we talk about why saddle valves stink and which type of valve is the best for fridge ice makers or filters.
As promised here’s the Amazon link for the Sioux Chief “full-slip” valve tee
And here’s the Amazon link for Acid Magic
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If you want the cleaning solution recipe I mentioned here it is
-1 cup distilled vinegar
-3 TBSPs of borax
-1 gallon of hot water
-1/2 cup of soap
-15-20 drops of tea tree or lavender or lemon oil for fragrance
This recipe is courtesy of Clean House, Clean Planet by Karen Logan
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Milwaukee is taking power tools to the next level…customize the speed, ramp up time, lights, and other settings via a smartphone.
Why care?
This will make your projects easier and you’ll extend the life of your power tool.
Here’s the link to the 1/4” M18 ONE KEY impact driver from Milwaukee
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Yah, pretty sweet.
PLUS we discuss a DIY TILE CLEANER from Melissa Maker
Here’s the link I promised
http://cleanmyspace.com/tile-scrub/
And this is my YouTube video on how to build a drill brush
In the beginning of the video I sound like some infomercial person, haha.
ALSO here’s the link to a great tutorial on fixing wood rot
http://www.homerepairtutor.com/rotten-wood-repair-with-the-help-of-elmer/
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Crabgrass….this stuff grows anywhere…today we discuss tips to prevent it in your lawn this spring.
AND we answer a question from Bryan who wants to know how to tackle the transition between cement board and drywall.
Should he use joint compound or thinset to embed the mesh tape?
We go over what to do and why.
We answer yesterday’s Question of the Day.
Here’s today’s QOTD: Shane has wooden columns on his porch…there’s wood rot he’d like to fix…what can he do?
Tomorrow’s podcast has the answer my friend :)
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Wanna control your thermostat by talking to it…yep, that’s a reality. Today’s show we discuss how the Amazon Echo can work with SmartThings and Wink to control your homes lights, music, and furnace.
Pretty cool George Jetson stuff.
PLUS: Milwaukee is coming out with a cordless brad nailer this spring.
Learn why it’s a great option instead of going the traditional route of compressed air.
Check it out here
https://www.milwaukeetool.com/power-tools/cordless/2740-20
We answer the QOTD from yesterday’s show…how to fix a door that opens and closes on its own.
Here’s today’s QOTD: Hershel has a stone fireplace…one of the stones came loose…how can he fix it in less than an hour?
Tomorrow’s podcast has the answer my friend :)
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How can you extend an old hotwater tank’s life…today’s show has 5 tips.
PLUS: we talk about new products that help remove and prevent soap scum on glass shower doors.
My very first YouTube video tackled this topic and now I’m thinking we need to do another video with these new techniques.
We answer the QOTD from yesterday’s show…how to resolve a running bathroom fan.
Here’s today’s QOTD: Sasha’s bathroom door opens on its own…she doesn’t want this to happen…how can she fix this problem in 5 minutes?
Tomorrow’s podcast has the answer.
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What tools are the best for drilling through brick or mortar or concrete…today’s show has the answers my friend.
ALSO: we finish off the Ultimate Bathroom Renovation Planner today and talk about how to complete the waterproofing process of your tub and shower.
We answer the QOTD from yesterday’s show…quick fix for outlets that aren’t working and on the same circuit as a GFCI
Here’s today’s QOTD: Maggie’s husband Glenn constantly leaves the bathroom fan on after a shower…how can she solve this problem without berating Glenn and lower her electric bill at the same time?
Tomorrow’s podcast has the answer.
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Capping copper pipes…how can you safely do it without burning down your house? Today’s show shares great tips and to do this safely.
PLUS: we tackle Day 8 of the Ultimate Bathroom Renovation Planner which discusses the gameplay for grouting a bathroom floor and which grout is perhaps the best option.
We answer the QOTD from yesterday’s show…learn how to keep your clothes dryer from catching fire!!!
Here’s today’s QOTD: Jesus noticed the hallway outlets no longer work…these outlets are right outside the master bathroom…what could be the culprit?
This might be an easier fix than you you.
Tomorrow’s podcast will have the answer.
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