#2358 – Ceiling the Deal: Trendy Drop Ceilings | Tub and Shower Leaks | Top 3 Thermostat Mistakes
Nov 02, 2023•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode description
SHOW NOTES:
- Drop Ceilings: Updated drop ceilings offer trendy new looks for remodeling projects.
- Tub and Shower Leaks: Tub and shower leaks are easy to fix once you know where to find the source.
- Thermostat Mistakes: Avoid these top three thermostat mistakes to stay comfortable while lowering heating bills.
Q & A:
- Window Sill Repairs: Should Kaitlyn repair or replace her rotted wooden window sills? Unless they’re totally destroyed, she can fill them with a wood hardener and epoxy.
- Sink Insulation: Jim asks about ways to keep standing water in his sink warm. We have suggestions for insulating the area under the sink and using spray foam or a fiberglass blanket.
- Kitchen Island Lights: It’s hard to get three square lights above a kitchen island to hang straight. Donna must readjust the twisted rods going into the junction box.
- Bubbling Paint: Exterior paint keeps bubbling and chipping. Dana needs to strip off the paint and make sure the area is properly primed before repainting it.
- Cleaning Windows: Marie hates cleaning windows! There’s no easy way to clean them without leaving streaks, but we can recommend some good cleaning products.
- Metal Roofing: Randy is concerned by roof vents that were closed when he had a metal roof installed. It’s fine as long as he has soffit vents with insulation baffles to make sure the vents aren’t blocked.
- Bathroom Flooring: Michelle is updating the bathroom and wants kid-proof flooring. Laminate, vinyl plank, or tile that is sealed and glazed are some good options.
- Renovation ROI: How can you calculate the ROI of home renovations? Tom gets some advice about cost vs. value when it comes to renovating and selling a home.
- Insulation Fumes: Should James be worried about fumes from spray foam insulation? As long as he uses a name-brand product and a good contractor, he shouldn’t be concerned about off-gases.
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