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Each Saturday morning, Rich Oris hosts the Home Improvement Show.
Episodes
- Home Improvement Show 5-9-2026)
This episode of the Home Improvement Show features host Rich Oris discussing home remodeling. He also addresses listener questions and concerns about their homes.
- The Home Improvement Show (5/2/26)
Nick Keel and Bill Schaefer join host Greg Damon on The Home Improvement Show to discuss various home improvement needs. Rich Oris is not present today.
- Home Improvement Show - drip, garage floor and new build
Rich Oris addresses listener questions on identifying a drip in the house, provides guidance on fixing a garage floor, and discusses aspects of a new build.
- Home Improvement Show (4-18-2026)
Rich Oris hosts the Home Improvement Show, providing guidance on home remodeling and addressing listener calls and concerns about their homes.
- Home Improvement Show: Bathroom fixes, mystery switches, and termite warnings
This episode of Home Improvement Show covers practical advice on various homeowner issues including bathroom repairs, roof and gutter maintenance, hard water effects on glass, and identifying potential termite damage. Rich Oris discusses w…
- Home Improvement Show – Dry Wall, Moles under pool
This episode of the Home Improvement Show features Rich Oris answering listener questions. Topics include drywall installation, vent cleaning, and dealing with moles under a swimming pool.
- Home Improvement Show (3-7-2026)
On the March 7, 2026, episode of the Home Improvement Show, host Rich Oris discusses home remodeling and addresses listener calls and questions regarding home concerns.
- Tankless Maintenance, Deck Builds, and Storm Damage Insurance Tips
This episode of Home Improvement covers tankless water heater maintenance, including annual flushing. Host Rich Oris also discusses storm damage insurance tips, roof inspections, attic ventilation, chimney care, kitchen range hood filters,…
- Home Improvement Show - Flooring and windows
Rich Oris discusses flooring options, issues with contractor relationships, and window choices on the Home Improvement Show.
- Home Improvement Show 1-31-26
On the January 31st, 2026 episode of the Home Improvement Show, host Rich Oris addresses listener questions and concerns related to home remodeling.
- Home Improvement Show - Furnace and water noises
Rich Oris covers window installation and addresses common household problems, including noises related to furnaces and water heaters, as well as shower noises when the water is turned off.
- Home Improvement Show – Installation, covering porch cracks
This episode of the Home Improvement Show features Rich Oris addressing listener questions on topics such as installation on brick homes, how to cover porch cracks, and sump pump issues.
- Home Improvement Show - Bathroom tile, mini split units
Rich Oris and Jill Worobec of Mosby Building Arts address listener questions about bathroom tile, mini split units, shower seats, and water leaks in this episode.
- Home Improvement Show – Attic fan, woodpecker
Rich Oris answers listener questions on Home Improvement about using attic fans in winter, methods for removing a woodpecker, and the safety of pouring bleach down a shower drain.
- Home Improvement Show – Water heater, pouring concrete, ice melt on deck
This episode addresses common homeowner questions, including mold removal from bricks, managing water heaters during vacations, safe deck treatments with ice melt, and concrete pouring techniques near foundations.
- Home Improvement Show – drywall and insulation
This episode features Rich Oris discussing drywall, doors, and insulation.
- Home Improvement Show 10/25/25
Rich Oris provides a comprehensive guide to home remodeling on Home Improvement, covering essential repairs and upgrades like leaky ceilings, gutters, bathrooms, and basements.
- Home Improvement Hour 2 -- More Info on soffit, dishwasher issues & more appliance questions
In Home Improvement Hour 2, Rich Oris and Kim Zimmer delve into home repair topics, including a follow-up on soffit systems and various listener questions about appliances like dishwashers, washers, and dryers.
- Home Improvement Hour 1 -- Fixing a sinking foundation & all your appliance questions
In this episode of Home Improvement Hour 1, Rich Oris and Kim Zimmer address caller questions about fixing a sinking foundation, appliance issues, and repairing an intake system.
- Home Improvement - Gutter Cover and new build issue
Rich Oris and Anthony Gartner from Rebuilding Together address common home issues including gutter covers, crawl spaces, and problems with new build floors.
- Diving into Projects, DIY a door install & questions about concrete: Home Improvement Hour 2
This episode of Home Improvement Hour covers project planning, contractor relations, and DIY door installation. It also delves into the challenges and best practices for working with concrete.
- Mounting brick, the tricks with roofs & surprising shutters: Home Improvement Hour 1 (9/6/25)
Rich Oris answers caller questions on mounting on brick, the surprising cost of shutters, and roof repairs needed after summer storms during the first hour of Home Improvement.
- Home Improvement Full Show (9/6/25)
This Home Improvement episode covers mounting brick, roof issues, shutter expenses, DIY door installation, and the complexities of concrete. It includes caller questions and advice on planning home projects and working with contractors.
- Home Improvement - Home Insurance and new roof
A homeowner impacted by a recent explosion seeks advice regarding her insurance coverage. The episode also features Rich addressing listener questions about installing a new roof.
- Home Improvement Show – Tankless Water Heaters, Roofing Care & Storm Damage Tips
This episode of the Home Improvement Show covers essential home maintenance, including flushing tankless water heaters, roof inspections, attic ventilation, and chimney care. It also discusses storm damage insurance claims, PVC vs. composi…
- Home Improvement - History lesson about tape measure, plumbing and siding
In this episode of Home Improvement, Rich Oris provides a history lesson on the tape measure, focusing on its markings. He also addresses listener questions related to plumbing and siding.
- Home Improvement - Foundation, attics and bathrooms
In this episode of Home Improvement, host Rich Oris addresses listener questions covering topics such as foundation issues in garages, attic insulation, and bathroom renovations.
- Home Improvement Show - Attic insulation, floor leaning
Rich Oris addresses listener inquiries on various home improvement topics, including attic insulation, a leaning laundry room floor, and whirlpool bathtubs.
- Home Improvement - toilets and porch cracks
Rich Oris addresses listener questions on a range of home repair issues, covering topics from toilet problems to shed doors and porch cracks.
- Home Improvement - Shutters and Showers
In this episode of Home Improvement, Rich Oris addresses audience questions concerning roofing, shutters, and showers.
- Home Improvement - Siding and Roofing
In this episode of Home Improvement, host Rich Oris addresses listener questions covering topics such as siding, roofing, and bathroom remodels. He also engages in a game.
- Home Improvement 7-5-25 - Firework and grill safety
Rich Oris discusses firework and grilling safety, and answers listener questions, including one about a leaky window.
- Read the fine print on the warranty
In this episode of Home Improvement, Rich Oris addresses listener questions concerning floor drains, brick chimneys, and a deck with a tree growing through it.
- Home Improvement Show 6-21-25
Rich Oris returns to Home Improvement to discuss maintenance, projects, and answer listener questions on topics including grout restoration, home cooling, moisture issues like mold, deck repair, and engineered wood floors.
- Using a local company when possible
Rich Oris addresses various home repair queries, from fixing the top corner of a house to the process of replacing a front door.
- Smart Water Management & Maintenance Tips for a Safer Home
Experts Brad Hagan and Dan Martin join Greg Damon to discuss preventing water damage through systems like sump pumps and drain tiles, and essential maintenance like water heater upkeep and vent cleaning.
- Converting stove and water heater, decks
Rich Oris addresses listener questions on various home improvement topics, including washing machines, decks, and the conversion of electric or gas stoves and water heaters.
- Can scam artists be on the prowl in St. Louis after the tornados? - Full Show (5/24/25)
Rich Oris addresses concerns about scammers targeting St. Louis residents after recent tornados and offers guidance on deck sealing.
- What projects around the house give you the best return on investment
Rich Oris and Nick Keel from Mosby Building Arts answer listener questions on home improvement projects, including attic insulation and patio cleaning, and analyze their return on investment.
- Best Practice with Big Companies & A Tale of Two Decks - Full Show (5-10)
The Home Improvement Show covers St. Louis rainfall impacts, shifts in home payoff methods, strategies for collaborating with large companies, durable garage concrete pouring, and diagnostic challenges presented by two similar decks.
- Dealing with Companies on Big Project & Electrical Issues Around the Home - Full Show (5/3/25)
This episode of the Home Improvement Show features host Rich Oris and callers discussing water damage from recent rains, strategies for managing large projects with companies, addressing window well water damage, and selecting safe, reliab…
- Home Repair Tips, Plumbing Basics, and Community Support with Rich Oris
Rich Oris joins the Home Improvement Show to discuss effective repair materials, recommending gaffer tape and metal foil tape over duct tape. He also shares plumbing and renovation advice, highlighting the work of Rebuilding Together St. L…
- Easter Sunday Preparations, Water Damaged Windows & Dealing with Different Kind of Companies
This episode covers preparations for Easter Sunday, solutions for water-damaged windows, and strategies for interacting with insurance companies and different types of service providers in the St. Louis area.
- Preventing Sewer Backups, Deck Care, and Ventilation Must-Knows
Rich Oris discusses preventing sewer backups, including information on check valve installations and backflow preventers. The episode also covers deck maintenance, differentiating between replacement and resurfacing, and provides insights…
- Dealing with Flooding & Water Damage From the Storms (4/5/25) Full Show
This episode of Home Improvement addresses storm-related flooding and water damage, with host Rich Oris guiding listeners through various home projects. Topics include managing water around windows, addressing smoke odors, installing bathr…
- Fixing Squeaky Wood Floors, Flushable Wipes & When Should You Do The Demo Yourself - Home Improvement Show - 3/29
This Home Improvement show episode covers fixing squeaky wood floors, the problems with flushable wipes and old pipes, and advice on whether to perform demolition work yourself.
- Considering Metal Shingles For Your Roof - Home Improvement Hour 3/22/25
Rich Oris provides details on metal shingles for roofing on the KFTK Home Improvement Show. The episode covers aspects of home remodeling presented by Mosby Building Arts.
- Storm Damage Repair - Home Improvement SHow
On The Home Improvement Show, Brad Range, joined by Mosby Building Arts' Brad Hagan and Jody Hall, discusses storm damage repair and how to assess what needs to be done.
- Home Improvement with Rich Oris 3-8-25
This episode of Home Improvement is titled "Home Improvement with Rich Oris 3-8-25".
- Home Improvement Tips: Caulking, Drywall Anchors, and Roof Replacements
Rich Oris provides expert advice on home improvement tasks including caulking removal, drywall anchor installation, and roof and gutter replacements. The episode also covers bathroom ventilation, fan sizing, installation, and preventing at…