SHOW NOTES:

In this show, we’ll help you assess your roof’s winter readiness, reveal the best and worst appliance brands, and show you how to expand attic storage safely. Plus, we’re here to help you tackle any home improvement challenge with confidence, so listen in for expert answers to all your questions!

- Attic Space: Find storage room under the rafters by adding attic floor space.

- Appliance Rankings: Consumer Reports’ appliance rankings reveal best buys and big regrets.

- Roof Care: Learn whether you should repair, replace, or rejuvenate your roof in time for winter.

Q & A:

- Foundation Drainage: Does Jill really need a double drainage system for the home she’s building? It’s a smart idea and we recommend having a good pitch and installing larger gutters.

- Plumbing: The bathroom plumbing is new but the water comes out rusty. Randall should install a whole-house water filter on the main line.

- Countertop: Is there a way to refinish a stained white marble countertop? Katherine can use a Daich Coatings kit to easily do it in the weekend.

- Marble: Should Gary seal a marble table after staining it? We discuss various products to clean, polish, and seal the surface.

- Dirt Floor: Rob wants to put concrete over the dirt floor in a hut. He gets instructions on how to tamp down the dirt, then pour and levelly spread the concrete.

- Fireplace: Lynn is looking for ideas on how to change the façade of her fireplace. Marble, granite, and faux stone are all great options that can adhere right onto the brick.

- Soundproofing: Gloria needs to block out the noise from her upstairs neighbor. We explain how to add Green Glue or soundproofing drywall, plus seal around any fixtures.

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