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Give your house a holiday makeover with the latest and greatest from the north pole. We tell you the latest decoration trends and technology with Jason Woodward from ChristmasDesigners.com. Actor Steve Schirripa reflects on his journey from a crowded Brooklyn apartment to building his dream home in Las Vegas, and how it shaped his understanding of what “home” really means. Also, what happens if your contractor exceeds a quote? We talk about why that happens, and how you can protect yourself.
In this episode you will learn:
* How to track down and fix a stubborn roof leak where a stucco dormer wall meets the roof. (7:24)
* How to repair torn, peeling paint so wall patches disappear even when the light hits them just right. (14:08)
* How to diagnose and permanently fix a leaking tiled deck over living space below. (21:18)
* How to tell if your new metal chimney liner needs to be grounded or protected from lightning. (27:54)
* How to keep a contractor honest and on budget when agreeing on price for a job (39:53)
All of this, plus we’re answering your home improvement questions at 877-This Old House Radio Hour! — That’s (877) 864-7460.
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Give your house a holiday makeover with the latest and greatest from the north pole. We tell you the latest decoration trends and technology with Jason Woodward from ChristmasDesigners.com. Actor Steve Schirripa reflects on his journey from a crowded Brooklyn apartment to building his dream home in Las Vegas, and how it shaped his understanding of what “home” really means. Also, what happens if your contractor exceeds a quote? We talk about why that happens, and how you can protect yourself.
In this episode you will learn:
* How to track down and fix a stubborn roof leak where a stucco dormer wall meets the roof. (7:24)
* How to repair torn, peeling paint so wall patches disappear even when the light hits them just right. (14:08)
* How to diagnose and permanently fix a leaking tiled deck over living space below. (21:18)
* How to tell if your new metal chimney liner needs to be grounded or protected from lightning. (27:54)
* How to keep a contractor honest and on budget when agreeing on price for a job (39:53)
All of this, plus we’re answering your home improvement questions at 877-This Old House Radio Hour! — That’s (877) 864-7460.

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