SHOW NOTES:

• Decorating on a Budget: Get 5 money-saving ideas for sprucing up your home without spending a fortune.
• Backyard Water Features: Make a splash by creating your own backyard water feature.
• Garage Sales: One person’s trash is someone else’s treasure, so get ready for a successful garage sale.

Plus, answers to your home improvement questions.

• Dehumidifiers: A heat pump is not designed to remove humidity, but Pat may consider using a whole-house dehumidifier to remove moisture in the air.
• Drainage: Vince has water coming through the concrete floor in his three-season room. He should install a curtain drain to intercept and discharge the water.
• Pool Repairs: An old pool has deck cracks and some exposed rebar. There are products Barb can use to repair and refinish the problem areas.
• Garage Door Opener: Bob wants advice on getting a surge protector for a faulty garage door opener. It’s an unusual problem but we recommend a good brand to look into.
• Kitchen Sink Styles: Kathy is considering replacing her double kitchen sink with a single sink. It’s a personal preference, but a single bowl offers more space and convenience.
• Soundproofing: What’s the best way to soundproof an upstairs movie room? Jerry gets tips on using soundproofing drywall and sealing gaps to muffle the sounds.
• HVAC Upgrade: Is it worth upgrading a radiant heating system in an old home? A heat pump is more affordable and efficient, but it may not be necessary if Janey is about to sell the house.
• Kitchen Range Vent: Cold wind blows through the vent over David’s kitchen range. He needs to check the gasket, seal, flashing, and vent door springs.
• Asbestos: Maryann is worried about finding asbestos when pulling up an old linoleum floor. It should not be an issue, but she can have it tested for asbestos to be sure.

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