SHOW NOTES:

Today, learn the lifesaving benefits of home fire sprinkler systems, six must-know painting tips to help you get pro results, and how changing your furnace filter can make a big impact on your

heating bill. Plus, we’ve got expert answers to callers’ home improvement questions!

- Fire Safety: Get added safety on tap by installing a home fire sprinkler system.

- Painting: These 6 simple tips will save you time and money on your next painting project.

- Filters: Improve your HVAC system’s efficiency by using the right furnace filters.

Q & A:

- Storm Door: The trim on Katie’s entry door is melting from heat trapped behind the storm door. We explain why storm doors aren’t needed and how to ventilate the space.

- Window Leak: Water is leaking inside the top of Dan’s window from a rotted gutter. He should fix the gutter and fascia board first and monitor the leak.

- Roofing: Mary is getting confused by all the choices for replacing her roof. It sounds like the tiles need repair, not replacement, and she needs to clarify options with other roofing professionals.

- Water Heater: Fred’s old gas water heater is vibrating. It’s not worth fixing, and we recommend installing a tankless water heater that’s more efficient.

- Chimney: An external chimney has cracked and the mantle inside has shifted. Rebecca needs to find a professional home inspector or structural engineer, not a contractor.

- Cleaning: Old bathroom tiles have lost their luster. A matte finish won’t get shiny, but Cheri gets tips for the best way to clean the tile surface and what to use.

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