Are You Making These Painting Mistakes? | Best Way to Remove Carpet | Simple Shower Drain Cleaning Solution | Ep #2715

SHOW NOTES: If you are planning to make the switch from carpet to one of the many beautiful solid surface floors, getting the old carpet torn out can be a hassle. Worse, it can reveal problems that need to be fixed before the new floor can be installed. We’ll share how prep for your new floor like a pro. When it comes to maintaining your home, painting is a project that’s among the most basic of DIY projects. But it’s also a project that can go terribly wrong if you don’t take just three steps before your start. Learn how to avoid the most common painting mistakes. Ever had a bath or shower drain get clogged due to long hair getting stuck in it? we’ll share a $5 solution that’s so handy, you’ll want to start using it on all your sinks and showers. Plus, answers to your home improvement questions: Jennifer in Maryland needs a solution how to fill in a gap in siding. Kenny from Mississippi wants to know the best insulation for a tin roof. Penny in Illinois wants to know how to stop frost coming in through where her gas meter connects into her home. Trent’s wants to know how to remove a popcorn ceiling that is falling apart. Peter in Florida lost power in his bathroom and wants to know what’s causing his circuit to trip. Joyce from Alabama has a bathroom sink odor and needs a solution. Margie in Delaware found some stained wood under her carpet and wants to know how to repair them. James from Texas has a sudden issue with a water odor after getting a new water heater. Bela in Delaware wants to put architectural shingles on his aluminum roof to reduce the drainage noise. Jeff from Missouri failed to put a sealer on his patio and wants to know how he can retroactively fix this. Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices