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Looking for privacy? Today, we'll explore natural landscaping screens over traditional fencing. Plus, discover the benefits of metal roofing for summer replacements and learn how to easily renovate your stairs for a fresh interior look. Listen in for info to create your best home ever, with tips for projects both big and small!

- Stairs: Stepping up the style of your outdated stairs is a great DIY project for home design.

- Privacy Screen: Landscaped privacy screens are a natural alternative to building a fence.

- Metal Roofs: If you’re thinking about roof replacement, find out the unique benefits of installing a metal roof.

Q & A:

- Plumbing: Mary would like to install a tankless water heater, but since she has electric heat, she should switch to a high-efficiency heat pump water heater instead.

- Grading: Vinnie needs suggestions for leveling his hilly backyard. He gets info about sloping away from the foundation, raising the soil level and how to retain it, and installing a curtain drain to redirect water from the wettest areas.

- Garden: How can you get plants to grow in shady areas? Hostas, copper plants, and begonias are a few options, but Janna should speak with pros at a local garden center.

- Pool Repair: Barb has an older pool that’s used a lot, but it has cracks, exposed rebar, and tile that needs replacing. It’s all repairable, and we discuss some ideas for fixing the pool.

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