Joe Truini’s Top 5 Fall Simple Solutions are all about making yard work easier. (3 Echoes Content Studio) This week, long-time friend and Today’s Homeowner Radio Show co-host Joe Truini offers his Top 5 Fall Simple Solutions. A bicycle inner tube keeps a trash bag in place. (3 Echoes Content Studio) 1. Stay-Open Leaf Bag … Read more
In this episode, we’re bringing a vintage 80s brick home into this decade with an exterior refresh. Homeowner Kim Hetzman and her three children live in this home that her children have deemed ‘the hot dog stand.’ (The nickname comes from the awnings that resemble a hot dog kiosk.) Needless to say, Kim is ready … Read more
A Texas couple transformed their backyard into a pirate-themed playland. (Pirate Ship Playhouse Facebook) A simple wish for a pirate ship playhouse turned into a years-long quest that’s capturing the imaginations of both children and adults. Read to see how a Texas couple went somewhat “overboard” to transform a plain backyard into a nautical pirate … Read more
This week, learn how to remove thorny goathead weed and free a window that’s been painted shut. (arousa, Getty Images/N8tureGrl, Getty Images) Hour 1 In Hour 1, learn how to repair drywall cracks, eliminate funky front-loading washer odor and more. Repairing Cracked Drywall Small drywall cracks can be repaired with some light sanding and a … Read more
Mitchell Lovell and Danny Lipford chat about chimneys this week. (Coastal Chimney Sweeps/3 Echoes Content Studio) This week, we’re talking about chimneys and fireplaces with Mitchell Lovell, a second-generation certified chimney sweep with Coastal Chimney Sweeps. In 2009, Mitchell started working at Coastal Chimney Sweeps, the company his father founded in 1979. Like his father, … Read more
(MaryTDebs, Getty Images/pixelshot) Hour 1 In Hour 1, learn how to extend your washing machine’s lifespan, remove white stains from brick, drain standing water from your yard and more. How to Make Your Washer Last Longer Regular maintenance can keep your washer running longer.(stevepb/pixabay) The average lifespan of a washing machine is only 10-15 years … Read more
Coolaroo Wheel-Operated Light Filtering PVC Exterior Shades can be used on windows, pergolas, patios, and porches, or anywhere else you would like to block sunlight. (The Home Depot) Outdoor roll-up blinds for your patio solve the problem of late afternoon and early-morning sun glare. No matter where you build your patio (or porch or pergola), … Read more
This week, Danny Lipford chats with Brian Santos, “The Wall Wizard,” about painting. (3 Echoes Content Studio, thewallwizard.com) This week, I’m chatting with painting expert Brian Santos, a.k.a the “Wall Wizard.” Brian is a fourth-generation painting contractor, author of best-selling home improvement books, and has toured for more than 25 years with his “Wizard Workshops” … Read more
Today’s Homeowner TV host Danny Lipford and Marc Ingram, production manager for Today’s Homeowner Media and 3 Echoes Content Studio. (3 Echoes Content Studio) In this week’s Ask Danny, I’m talking with Marc Ingram about building a barndominum. Marc manages production for the ’Today’s Homeowner’ TV show, radio show and podcast, plus projects for our … Read more
If disaster strikes, will your homeowners insurance cover the cost to replace your home? A basic policy might not be enough to provide peace of mind — you need guaranteed replacement cost coverage. This article is sponsored by Erie Insurance. If your home insurance is lacking, you might be paying out of pocket to rebuild … Read more