HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini

It's Lou's Spring-Cleaning Show! Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

Robert Wesselhoff, owner of Lintfighters, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about the dangers that are lurking in lint. The Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that nearly 17,000 dryer-related fires occur each year. As you spring-clean this year, schedule a professional dryer and vent system cleaning. Call (708) 889-LINT or visit lintfighters.com. Mention WGN […]

Rob Lindemann, CEO of Lindemann Chimney, Heating, and Cooling, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about why Spring is the best time to have your chimney and fireplace inspected and cleaned. Also, as you invite contractors into your home for estimates on those spring projects, there are questions to ask to ensure you're working […]

Joe Cascone, owner of Mold Pro Chicago, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about the key indications that you may have a mold problem in your home. While no home is completely mold-free, a mold test from Mold Pro Chicago will detect if you have an unacceptable amount of fungal ecology in your home. […]

John Wunderlich, President of Nyco Products Company, maker of Trax Buster, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about the products you need to stock up on to tackle all of your spring-cleaning chores! After that long, cold winter, it's time to renew and refresh your home! Visit your local Ace Hardware store and ask […]

Morgan Dugan, Franchise Owner of Floor Coverings International, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about the many options they offer to upgrade your floors, including hardwood, luxury, vinyl plank, laminate, or tile options. Floor Coverings International has you covered… start to finish! For more info, visit www.floorcoveringsinternational.com.

Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent in his weekly segment, Lou's To Do List. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou says that after all the storms over the past week, it’s a good idea to give your house a good inspection to see if you suffered any wind damage that needs to be fixed by […]

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

This week's New to Lou Too features the Brondell Swash Ecoseat Bidet S101! A sleek, comfy, and easy-to-install, this non-electric bidet toilet seat uses water pressure, not electricity, for a refreshing, cleansing wash. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

Lou Manfredini joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, in his weekly segment, Lou's To Do List. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

This week's New to Lou Too features the ErgoCup! A patented designed cup that curves over the back of the hand with the fingers wrapping around the body of the cup, allowing it to hang from the hand. It's ideal for users with grip strength and hand mobility issues. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts […]

Lou Manfredini joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, in his weekly segment, Lou's To Do List. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

Ryan Lindholm joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about new technology and options regarding your roof. Lindholm Roofing is an established, highly reputable family-owned company that has served Chicagoland since 1949. They're proud of their reputation for honesty, fairness, and hard work. Call 773-283-7675 or visit LindholmRoofing.com to schedule a free estimate.

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

This week's New to Lou Too features the BatPak Kit! A complete bat-eviction system that comes standard with everything you need to ensure bats are evicted from your home humanely and at a fraction of the cost of calling a professional. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Since the calendar has switched to March, it’s time to take care of some of that early spring pruning! And as always, Lou answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday […]

Lou Manfredini joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, in his weekly segment, Lou's To Do List. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou explains the importance picking the right countertops and sink when you are doing a kitchen remodel. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

This week's New to Lou Too features the Hammer Fist! Replace a bulky toolbox with a portable 8-in-1 compact, adaptive multi-tool designed for driving nails, pulling nails, and general DIY tasks in confined spaces. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

Lou Manfredini joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, in his weekly segment, Lou's To Do List. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou talks why you should be resetting the devices in your home to improve the overall performance. And, as always, Lou answers all of your home improvement questions! Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at […]

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back for a special Valentine’s Day show with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

This week's New to Lou Too features the Solar Crystal Ball Wind Chimes! A spiraling LED “light” chime for outdoors – to make you smile! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

Lou Manfredini joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, in his weekly segment, Lou's To Do List. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou talks about how proper attic insulation is the single best way to improve the energy efficiency in your home. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions! Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning […]

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

This week's New to Lou Too features the Bissell Garage Pro Wet Dry Vac! Transform your garage, vehicle, and workshop cleanup with this versatile vacuum solution for wet and dry messes. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

Lou Manfredini joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, in his new weekly segment, Lou's To Do List, sponsored by Perma-Seal. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

This week's New to Lou Too features the Emerson SmartVoice Products! Offline voice-controlled smart products for your home that are instantly ready to go. No setup, no app, no Wi-Fi. Just plug it in and start using it! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

Lou Manfredini joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, for Lou's To Do List, sponsored by Perma-Seal. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

This week's New to Lou Too feature is Brick! A device that temporarily blocks apps and notifications you choose (like TikTok, Instagram, etc.) to free up your time and productivity! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

Lou Manfredini joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, for Lou's To Do List, sponsored by Perma-Seal. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

Wendy Snyder fills in for Lou Manfredini this week. Wendy is joined alongside Mega Pro Jeremy, CEO of Access Elevators Frank Wasilewski, Lindholm Roofing’s Assistant Manager Mike Huston and Owner of Baethke Plumbing John Baethke to help answer listener’s home improvement questions.

Lou Manfredini joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, for Lou's To Do List, sponsored by Perma-Seal. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou, once again, explains what you need to know about recycling single use batteries. Lou also says there is still some household cleanup that you can take advantage of before it gets really cold again. Listen […]

Lou Manfredini joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, for Lou's To Do List, sponsored by Perma-Seal. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.