My Home, My Money Pit: Your Guide to Every Home Improvement Adventure (Paperback)

~ (Author), Leslie Segrete (Author)
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Editorial Reviews

Review

"If you need an extra set of hands, and who doesn't, Tom and Leslie are the perfect partners for your next home improvement project.  Reach for this book first and save yourself a lot of headaches."--Kevin O'Connor, host of
This Old House

“Good advice about home improvement isn’t usually this much fun to read.”-Kevin Ireton, editor of Fine Homebuilding

"Leslie and Tom 'hit the nail on the head' with My Home My Money Pit. Every homeowner should have a copy of this book. From storage solutions to plumbing problems, this book is a guide to it all."--Bill Rancic, winner of The Apprentice and host of NBC’s  In the Loop with iVillage

"Comprehensive and informative, Tom and Leslie keep the reader focused on what's practical and smart about their own home improvements. Get this book before you get do-it-yourself fever!"--Bob Vila, Television personality, author, and home improvement authority

"Successfully converts the limitless expertise that Tom and Leslie offer their listeners each week into an entertaining and informative book that the typical homeowner should always keep close at hand -- perhaps on a shelf that the book will help you build and hang on a wall."--Alan J. Heavens, The Philadelphia Inquirer/MCT News Service

“Tom and Leslie have put together a really useful, easy-to-read guide that’s as fun to read as it is to listen to the Money Pit. Every homeowner should keep a copy in their toolbox.”--Angie Hicks, Angie’s List

 

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Review

"If you need an extra set of hands, and who doesn't, Tom and Leslie are the perfect partners for your next home improvement project.  Reach for this book first and save yourself a lot of headaches."--Kevin O'Connor, host of
This Old House

“Good advice about home improvement isn’t usually this much fun to read.”-Kevin Ireton, editor of Fine Homebuilding

"Leslie and Tom 'hit the nail on the head' with My Home My Money Pit. Every homeowner should have a copy of this book. From storage solutions to plumbing problems, this book is a guide to it all."--Bill Rancic, winner of The Apprentice and host of NBC’s  In the Loop with iVillage

"Comprehensive and informative, Tom and Leslie keep the reader focused on what's practical and smart about their own home improvements. Get this book before you get do-it-yourself fever!"--Bob Vila, Television personality, author, and home improvement authority

"Successfully converts the limitless expertise that Tom and Leslie offer their listeners each week into an entertaining and informative book that the typical homeowner should always keep close at hand -- perhaps on a shelf that the book will help you build and hang on a wall."--Alan J. Heavens, The Philadelphia Inquirer/MCT News Service

“Tom and Leslie have put together a really useful, easy-to-read guide that’s as fun to read as it is to listen to the Money Pit. Every homeowner should keep a copy in their toolbox.”--Angie Hicks, Angie’s List

 

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Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Knack (August 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1599212870
• ISBN-13: 978-1599212876
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #559,532 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Very Different Home Improvement Book, September 4, 2008

By	Jeffrey "Jeffrey" (New York CIty) - See all my reviews

I'm not a very handy person, and have no desire to build a wing on my house by myself. That said, I AM what is known as a "Direct-It-Youselfer" - someone who likes to plan for and oversee OTHER PEOPLE doing the work. I was looking for a book that would help me understand the different home improvements jobs I was planning, hoping to understand the pitfalls and "tricks of the trade" in advance. Not really expecting such a book to exist, I was pleasantly surprised to find "My Home, My Money Pit" on Amazon. Whether you are planning work on your home or not, this is a book that you will enjoy reading and appreciate having as a resource on your shelf. I can't tell you how many times the information in this book has helped me plan for and execute projects both large and small, and I know that it has saved me a fortune and much grief. Any homeowner will find this a fun and informative read, but anyone even comtemplating a home improvement project NEEDS to read this book FIRST!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book, September 22, 2008

By	Westwood mom - See all my reviews

I am a third time homebuyer and this book was sensational. I loved that it didnt go on and on about silly minutae, the summaries detailing home improvements were funny, complete and succinct. Every page has a green tip, i.e. how to make your own furniture polish. It covers everything you want to know about making affordable home improvements room by room, as well as what to look for in product selection. All your questions are answered in one book. Buy it. The book itself is an investment. You won't be sorry.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Resource & Fun to Read, September 19, 2008

By	Frederick D. Miller - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Sometimes home improvement books can be informative, but a very dull read. Not so with My Home, My Money Pit. It has a wealth of highly useful information and is enjoyable reading. A great combination.

Tom and Leslie have an ability to explain things very well and leave you with true understanding. It is almost like having them sit down with you and discuss it face to face.

This book has become my go-to guide on taking care of my home.