Concrete Countertops Offer Rock Solid Style | Rent Relief: 7 Ways to Make Rent More Affordable | Cut the Clutter of Summer Stuff | Ep #2329 - a podcast by Tom Kraeutler & Leslie Segrete

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Concrete Countertops: Learn why durable and versatile concrete countertops are a popular trend.Rental Costs: As rent prices skyrocket, find out 7 ways to make your rent more affordable.


Summer Storage: More summer fun means more summer stuff! Get tips for cutting the clutter.Plus, answers to your home improvement questions.


Musty Porch Odors: There’s a musty smell in Anna’s unheated closed-in porch. We advise pulling out the unneeded insulation, then cleaning and airing out the walls.Electrical Outlet: Steve discovers one outlet that has no current in the wiring. He needs to call an electrician to trace the source of the outage.


Retaining Walls: A significant slope in the yard makes it hard to mow and use the space. A landscape architect can help Alex plan the right kind of retaining wall.Synthetic Brick: What are the pros and cons of synthetic brick for a home’s exterior? We agree it’s a good idea and recommend some products to Alice.


Cleaning Stainless Steel: Phillip has tried everything to clean his stainless steel sink, but it may be a chemical reaction discoloration that cleaning won’t help.Squeaky Door: When oil, WD-40, and new hinges don’t help, Sandy should look for upgraded ball-bearing hinges to quiet her squeaky door.


Japanese Beetles: When Japanese beetles infest his trees and bushes, Hugh needs a pest control professional who can properly and safely apply pesticides.Porch Screens: Pam’s vinyl porch screens keep blowing out in the wind. We recommend installing smaller sections of a heavier gauge metal screen.


Cleaning Exterior Mold: Mold under the soffit may really be moss or algae. Tim can use a cleaning product that he can spray and forget to clean it away. 
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