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Tom and Leslie deliver tips on creating projects like grill surrounds, fire pits, and benches that are as easy to build as stacking blocks.  Find out the easy way to make sure your appliances are clean, and get advice on how to spot termites before Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Now that you have your windows open more often, are you noticing that they’re not easy to GET open and closed?  Tom & Leslie have tips to get these sliding once again.  Plus, find out the step-by-step to fence replacement; get tips for choosing paint Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Want to save water in the bath but make sure you still get the flow or flush to do the job?  Tom & Leslie have tips on how to swap out water wasters with WaterSense fixtures and faucets that can do the job and cuts costs.  Plus get tips on how to get Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Direct sunlight can fade furniture and floors, and raise energy costs.  In this show, Tom & Leslie deliver tips to keep damaging UV rays away.  Plus, find out how to fix smelly water problems, learn how to make your grill safe for a season of BBQ fun, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tips for fixing rain-drenched lawns and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is there spot in your yard where water seems to always collect?  Tom and Leslie have tips on a DIY solution that’s simple to install.  Plus, Get DIY window cleaning tips, including a recipe for a solution that cost just pennies to mix up. Scott Caron, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get tips on composites that deliver the beauty without the maintenance.  Find out how to build a fence that can stand up to termites, rot and more.  Tom and Leslie share tips on how to determine if a home is really worth fixing. Plus get answers to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tiny homes have become all the rage – find out how one major retailer is offering tiny home kits for DIYers. Get tips on building a stone wall that will stand the test of time. Find out how to keep spring rains from finding their way into your home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get spring cleaning shortcuts to get it done faster.  Find out how to make soggy yards disappear without the use of difficult to install French drains and find out how to determine if a home is truly green and energy efficient. Plus get answers to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you’re hiring a contractor for a home improvement project this spring, make sure you’re covered in case of injury at your house.  Get ideas for a luxury deck makeover to increase space and value for less money than a home addition.  Learn why new Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Looking for a space to relax, entertain or cook?  A patio fits the bill.  Get advice on designing and installing one for a very do-able DIY project. Leslie has great ideas for painting techniques to achieve a cottage style look in any room.  And find Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spring can bring out more than flower and tree buds.  Learn how to keep wildlife out of your yard.  Mulch can be a great insulator for your flower beds, but too much mulch can suffocate roots.  Learn how much to use.  Get advice for storing dangerous Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get advice on how to clean things in your home that rarely get cleaned, like the underside of your kitchen range hood.  Discover life hacks for organizing that include using kitchen items like muffin tins.  Plus get answers to your home improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If your vacuum cleaner just doesn’t seem to have to same sucking power it used to, don’t get rid of it just yet.  Get some simple trouble shooting tips to see if you can breathe new life into your old vacuum.  If you suddenly get a blast of too hot or Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out why a soil test might clue you in to specific care guidelines for your lawn.  Get ideas for gardening when you have very limited outdoor space.  Discover why accidental poisoning is a high risk at home and learn what you can do to prevent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is charging all those smart devices draining your wallet? Get tips on how to charge your devices without spending a fortune on electricity.  Take on spring cleaning with a good look at your garage.  We’ve got advice on garage cleaning and safety.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get advice on how pendant lighting can totally change the look of a room, and find out how you can install pendant lighting yourself.  Learn about the latest looks for your kitchen backsplash including new materials and patterns.  Find out about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You’ve had your home inspection, and several issues have turned up.  Now what? Learn how to navigate the negotiation process.  Melting snow plus spring showers mean a wet yard.  Get tips to manage yard drainage.  Ready to open windows? Find out how to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After news of the drinking water disaster in Flint, Michigan, how can you make sure your water is safe to drink, bathe in and cook with?  Tom and Leslie have advice to help. If you want to save water and still have a lush, green yard, you can install Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s almost tax time.  If you’d like to spare yourself as much as possible, it’s time to look into tax deductions related to home ownership.  Learn which deductions are available.  Circuit breakers are and essential part of your electrical panel to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices