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        &lt;p&gt;With even colder days ahead, Jody Gardner from Climate Control Kansas City shares how you can protect your pipes from bursting, and the technology you can use to make sure a burst pipe does not flood your home. Chef Roy Choi walks us through the first house his immigrant family owned in Orange County and how a bustling, fermentation-heavy kitchen shaped his senses, his privacy, and ultimately his path as a chef. Finally, sleep expert Dr. Michael Bruce shares simple bedroom upgrades that improve rest by working with your body’s five senses.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;In this episode you’ll learn:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;*Whether running your central HVAC fan can really replace a bathroom exhaust fan, and why moisture control still matters for mold prevention. (8:31)&lt;br&gt;*Why a poorly sloped shower floor can’t be fixed from the surface, plus smarter options for dealing with staining and discolored grout. (14:13)&lt;br&gt;*What it means when an outlet still shows power after the breaker is off, and how to safely verify electrical work with the right testing tools. (20:28)&lt;br&gt;*How to insulate a drafty sunroom to make it more comfortable year-round. (26:20)&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;All of this, plus we’re answering your home improvement questions at 877-This Old House Radio Hour! — That’s (877) 864-7460.&lt;/p&gt;
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This Old House Radio Hour

American Public Media

Freeze-Proof Your Pipes + Fix a Flawed Shower + Make Your Bedroom a Sleep Sanctuary

FEB 3, 202651 MIN
This Old House Radio Hour

Freeze-Proof Your Pipes + Fix a Flawed Shower + Make Your Bedroom a Sleep Sanctuary

FEB 3, 202651 MIN

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<p>With even colder days ahead, Jody Gardner from Climate Control Kansas City shares how you can protect your pipes from bursting, and the technology you can use to make sure a burst pipe does not flood your home. Chef Roy Choi walks us through the first house his immigrant family owned in Orange County and how a bustling, fermentation-heavy kitchen shaped his senses, his privacy, and ultimately his path as a chef. Finally, sleep expert Dr. Michael Bruce shares simple bedroom upgrades that improve rest by working with your body’s five senses.<br><br>In this episode you’ll learn:<br><br>*Whether running your central HVAC fan can really replace a bathroom exhaust fan, and why moisture control still matters for mold prevention. (8:31)<br>*Why a poorly sloped shower floor can’t be fixed from the surface, plus smarter options for dealing with staining and discolored grout. (14:13)<br>*What it means when an outlet still shows power after the breaker is off, and how to safely verify electrical work with the right testing tools. (20:28)<br>*How to insulate a drafty sunroom to make it more comfortable year-round. (26:20)<br><br>All of this, plus we’re answering your home improvement questions at 877-This Old House Radio Hour! — That’s (877) 864-7460.</p>