SHOW NOTES:
Stay safe and secure with information about building a safe backyard playground for kids, battery technology to guard against power loss, and fences that add privacy, security, and style. Plus, get answers to more home improvement questions for your next DIY project!
- Playground: Play it safe by building a fun backyard playground with kids’ safety in mind.
- Generators: New battery technology protects against power outages.
- Fences: Good fences make good neighbors, so get tips on putting up the perfect fence.
Q & A:
- Tile Flooring: Why is there condensation on the ceramic tile floor? Annette gets advice on reducing the indoor humidity that’s bringing warm air against the cold floor.
- Electrical: Steve is concerned that none of his kitchen outlets are grounded, but it’s not certain. A good electrician is needed to do an evaluation and identify any issues.
- Clothes Closet: Heavy clothes have bowed the rod and pulled the brackets away from the closet wall. Bea learns how to strongly secure the brackets, shelf, and rod.
- Patio vs. Deck: Bill is trying to decide between building a concrete patio or a wood deck. They’d be similar in price, but the concrete patio would last much longer.
- Tree Roots: Should Lynn worry about the pear tree roots near her house foundation? They shouldn’t pose a problem and she’d see signs of any damage beforehand.
- Pool Deck: Howard is painting his concrete pool deck and doesn’t want it to be slippery. He gets tips for prepping the surface and applying an anti-slip coating paint.
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#2419 – Play It Safe: Backyard Playground Safety | New Battery Technology for Power Loss | Fence Tips | The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast - Listen or read transcript on Metacast
