#2583 – Preventive Maintenance | Common Homeowner Mistakes | Home Improvement Projects That Pay Off
SHOW NOTES: Welcome to the final episode of The Money Pit, where we celebrate more than 21 years of helping you turn your house into a home...
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The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast
Does your home ever feel like “a Money Pit?” It doesn’t have to be that way! We’re Tom Kraeutler and Leslie Segrete, hosts of The Money Pit Podcast. For us, a money pit is not a disaster – i...
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20 of 2,091 episodes#2582 – 2026 Home Project Planning | Timeless Design Upgrades | Ultimate Home Maintenance Checklist
SHOW NOTES: Welcome to the final broadcast of The Money Pit, a very special episode marking the end of our incredible 21-year journey of hel...
#2581 – Winter Indoor Air Quality | Warm Up Chilly Spaces | Kitchen Organizing | Toxic Holiday Plants
SHOW NOTES: Welcome to The Money Pit! This week, we’re delving into more crucial home maintenance topics for the season and helping you fix...
#2580 – Winter Safety Check | Hanging Holiday Lights | Décor Tips to Warm Up Your Space | Insulation
SHOW NOTES: Welcome back to The Money Pit! In these final festive weeks of the year, Leslie Segrete and Jim Kenzie delve into essential wint...
#2579 – Top 5 Remodeling Mistakes | Safe Space Heaters | Live Christmas Trees | How Old Is Your Home?
SHOW NOTES: Welcome to the Money Pit! With only two weeks left until Christmas, we know this is a busy time of year, but we're here to help...
#2578 – Clear Tips on Buying New Windows | Granite Countertops in a Weekend | Holiday Lighting Safety
SHOW NOTES: Happy holidays, everyone! With just a few weeks left until Christmas, we're making sure you get those home projects done and mak...
#2577 – Winterizing Pipes | 2026 Real Estate Forecast | Holiday Hosting Hacks | Plumbing Safety Tip
SHOW NOTES: It is officially December, which means temperatures are dropping, the holidays are fast approaching, and your to-do list is like...
#2576 – Warm Up Without High Bills | Winter Floor Protection | 2026 Home Improvement Predictions
SHOW NOTES: Welcome to this week's episode of The Money Pit! It’s almost the first weekend in December, and while we know you’re running out...
#2575 – Safe & Stress-Free Babyproofing | Smart Shopping Secrets | Planning Ahead for Home Projects
SHOW NOTES: Welcome back to The Money Pit! Happy Thanksgiving weekend, everyone! We are here to help you tackle your home improvement challe...
#2574 – Choosing the Right Christmas Tree | Best Tool Gifts | Winterizing Tips | Healthy Indoor Air
SHOW NOTES: Welcome back to The Money Pit! Even with Leslie sporting a "brand new voice" (thanks, cold!), we're here this holiday weekend re...
#2573 – Laundry Maintenance | Safe and Effective Cleaning | Holiday Budgeting | Water Valve Caution
SHOW NOTES: Welcome to The Money Pit! As the holiday season kicks into full swing, our homes start working overtime, whether we're hosting g...
#2572 – Stain-Busting Tricks | Home Insulation | Saving Energy in Winter | Better Indoor Air Quality
SHOW NOTES: Welcome back to The Money Pit! With Thanksgiving right around the corner, we’re here to help you rush through your home improvem...
#2571 – Damage-Free Holiday Decorating | Keep Your Home Safe While Away | Winter Essentials | Messy Wires
SHOW NOTES: Welcome to The Money Pit! Home sweet home is the biggest investment you’ll ever make, but it doesn't have to be a bottomless mon...
#2570 – Caulk to Cut Heating Costs | Turn Your Garage into a Workshop | Housing Market Crunch Advice
SHOW NOTES: Hey, everyone! With the seasonal craziness upon us, it feels like we're cramming more stuff into the same schedule. Join us this...
#2569 – Holiday Plumbing Disasters | Refreshed Curb Appeal | Holiday Fire Safety | Quick Cleanup Kit
SHOW NOTES: Coast to coast and floorboards to shingles, this is The Money Pit! As we enter this wonderful, thankful time of year, we are foc...
#2568 – Home Improvement ROI | Hiring Contractors | Outdoor Chore List | Refreshing a Garden Bed
SHOW NOTES: Welcome back to The Money Pit! As the days grow shorter and we settle into the realities of daylight savings time, it's the perf...
#2567 – Fireplace Safety Check | Pre-Winter Power Washing | Smoke Detector & Cold Prep Reminders
SHOW NOTES: Welcome back to The Money Pit! It’s getting chilly out, so we’re focused on preparing a cozier home for the colder season ahead....
#2566 – Holiday Kitchen Prep | Refresh Your Dining Room | Making Space for Guests | Winterize Pipes
SHOW NOTES: Happy Halloween weekend! Once spooky season is officially behind us, it’s time to turn things over and get ready for the real ho...
#2565 – Last-Minute Halloween Décor | Budget-Friendly Yard Frights | Best Way to Store Decorations
SHOW NOTES: Welcome to The Money Pit! Home sweet home doesn't have to be a bottomless money pit, and we are here every week to take your cal...
#2564 – Smarter Fall Leaf Cleanup | Preparing the Garden for Winter | Tool Tune-up and Winterization
SHOW NOTES: Welcome to The Money Pit! You can make your outdoor space your favorite place, and we can help. Whether you’re tackling projects...