#2532 – 5 Thrifty Ways to Style Your Space | Quick Summer Roof Check | Build a DIY Backyard Bench
July 03, 2025 · 40 min
SHOW NOTES:
This hour, we've given you permission to relax on your long holiday weekend, although it’s also totally cool to use the time to tackle some projects around your money pit! We’ll be covering some fantastic topics, including:
- Five easy ways to upgrade your space on a budget, making your home feel fresh, stylish, and totally “you” without spending a bundle.
- The importance of a quick summer roof check and how a simple treatment can help you avoid costly repairs and extend your roof's life by years.
- An easy DIY project that adds style, seating, and serious summer vibes all in one weekend: how to build a backyard bench that's simple, budget-friendly, and totally custom.
Q & A:
And speaking of calls, we heard from quite a few of you with your pressing home improvement questions! Here’s a quick recap of who called in:
- Robin in Missouri called about disgusting mold in her Jacuzzi tub's internal plumbing system and the fading finish of her previously restored tub.
- Larry in Louisiana is dealing with a significant issue: a sinking addition on his pier house, causing a noticeable bow in his kitchen floor.
- Taylor asked for advice on how to fix annoying swelling doors that stick!
- Kevin from Wisconsin messaged us, seeking guidance on choosing between a metal roof and asphalt shingles for a new 1,700-square-foot home.
- Reena in Massachusetts was undertaking a painting project after removing old vinyl wallpaper and asked for advice on preparing the walls and priming.
- David in Texas has concerns about water leakage when replacing a sliding glass door on his patio.
- Martha sent an email to ask how to remove paint from a brick fireplace.
- Mark, via email, needed to ensure his plywood subfloor was flat before installing new engineered wood flooring.
ASK A QUESTION:
Need help with your own home improvement or décor question? We’d love to help! Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here: https://www.moneypit.com/ask.
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