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SHOW NOTES: Today's show shines a spotlight on home safety! First, learn what to check to prevent deck collapses, and then discover how to protect your home's water quality. Finally, find out why metal roofs are your best bet against severe weather. Get answers to these and other home improvement questions on this Money Pit episode! - Deck Collapse: Safeguard your outdoor fun with a five-step DIY checkup to avoid a deck collapse. - Water Quality: Learn how to maintain high-quality water that's clean, safe, and tastes great. - Metal Roofs: Ride out the storm with a metal roof that stands up to severe weather.   Q & A: - Concrete Repair: Annie's concrete porch is crumbling, but it's easy to repair with Quikrete products that can restore the concrete surface. - Flooring: What kind of flooring can be installed over a radiant heating system? Steve can use just about any kind of flooring, but should be careful not to nail into the heating elements. - Cleaning: Lucy gets tips for cleaning dirty outdoor furniture, using the right methods and cleaning products for different types of furniture materials. - Handrails: Should Fred install single or double handrails for egress steps from his basement? We suggest checking his local building codes, but two handrails would be a safe option. - Pests: Pesky cluster flies are coming from the HVAC floor register. It's a pretty common problem, but Karen should call a professional that will use the right kind of pesticide. - Concrete Floor: The garage floor is not level and water is running toward low spots near the house. Bill learns about using a self-leveling compound on the concrete floor.   ASK A QUESTION: Need help with your own home improvement or décor question? We'd love to help! Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here: https://www.moneypit.com/ask. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Camillo Schmidt-Chiari (Research Analyst) discusses the Summit Material's recent announcement that they will be acquired by Quikrete Holdings. To learn more about Gabelli Funds' fundamental, research-driven approach to investing, visit https://m.gabelli.com/gtv_cu or email invest@gabelli.com. Connect with Gabelli Funds: • Twitter - https://twitter.com/InvestGabelli • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/investgabelli/ • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InvestGabelli • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/investgabelli/ http://www.Gabelli.com Invest with Us 1-800-GABELLI (800-422-3554)

S&P Futures are trading higher this morning. President Elect Trump nominated hedge fund manager Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary. Bessent will look for the economy to grow its way out of debt and spur bank lending. Multiple key economic reports are due out this week including the Fed meeting minutes and the PCE report. There are a host of earnings reports due out this week, Zoom, Agilent, Dell, Best Buy, CrowdStrike, Autodesk, and retailers Dick's Sporting Goods and Macy's. Summit Materials (SUM) is higher as privately held Quikrete is offering $52.50 a share in cash for the company. In Europe, stocks are higher as the EU & China appear to be on track to resolve the recent tariff on Chinese EV into Europe. Oil prices have turned lower as Middle East tensions are falling.

SHOW NOTES: In today's show, we'll share solutions for keeping plants thriving during winter, offer expert advice to avoid holiday plumbing disasters, and reveal why fall is the ideal season to kick off a composting project. Plus, listen in as callers get answers to their DIY home improvement questions! Winter Plants: Enjoy winter greens with tips to keep indoor plants thriving in the cold season. Plumbing Problems: Get plumbing tips to avoid clogs and flush holiday woes away. Fall Composting: Learn why fall is a perfect time to start a composting pile.   Q & A: - Concrete Repairs: Which kind of mortar mix is best for fixing a concrete porch? Mindy has lots of questions about the best choices for various repairs using Quikrete products. - Bathroom Remodel: Jim is worried about water damage from a window in a remodeled bathroom. We suggest leaving the window and putting a waterproof curtain over it. - Cleaning Windows: Is there an easy way to clean your outside windows? Marie won't find many DIY shortcuts, but can try using a concentrate product or hiring a professional. - Construction Materials: We discuss insulated concrete foam blocks with David and why they're a good, durable, and quiet construction material option. - Garbage Disposal: When Eden turns on the garbage disposal, it backs up into the other sink. She gets tips on how to clear the drain line obstruction. - Damp Crawlspace: Rich still has a musty smell in the crawlspace after installing a vapor barrier and improving drainage. A dehumidifier and fans with a humidistat could help. - Caulking Gap: Julianne needs to fill the gap under the back door sill. She can use an epoxy patching cement to reinforce the space. - Ridge Vent: Robert is trying to find a particular ridge vent for metal roofs. He can check online for manufacturers that make them and where to buy them or have them shipped.   ASK A QUESTION: Need help with your own home improvement or décor question? We'd love to help! Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here: https://www.moneypit.com/ask. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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SHOW NOTES: Today's show shines a spotlight on home safety! First, learn what to check to prevent deck collapses, and then discover how to protect your home's water quality. Finally, find out why metal roofs are your best bet against severe weather. Get answers to these and other home improvement questions on this Money Pit episode! - Deck Collapse: Safeguard your outdoor fun with a five-step DIY checkup to avoid a deck collapse. - Water Quality: Learn how to maintain high-quality water that's clean, safe, and tastes great. - Metal Roofs: Ride out the storm with a metal roof that stands up to severe weather.   Q & A: - Crown Molding: Tracy has questions on how to install crown molding. It's a difficult carpentry job but using DIY foam molding makes it easy to cut, install, and paint over. - Foundation Moisture: Glen found water in his crawlspace and gets tips to improve the grading, gutters, and downspouts to keep water away from the foundation. - Water Heater: It takes too long for the water to get hot because of the distance between the water heater and Loretta's bathroom. We suggest installing a hot water recirculating system with a timer. - Chimney: Nothing has solved a persistent damp spot on the bedroom wall next to Richard's chimney. He should try using a vapor-permeable masonry sealer on the brick. - Renovating Tips: Kay needs advice on what to check in a home that's been vacant. She should start by hiring a home inspector to give an overall assessment of what's needed. - Smoke Odors: John's tenant smoked and the smell permeates everything! We've got advice for deep cleaning and sealing all the surfaces to get rid of the smoke odor. - Patio Surface: What kind of base should Linda use for a combination patio and carport? A reinforced poured concrete slab would be the most permanent and durable. - Pool Deck: What's the best way to repair cracks around a concrete pool deck? We recommend that Michael use a DIY crack seal product from Quikrete. - Mold on Brick: Is there an easy way to remove mold from brick without damaging the mortar? Judy can spray on a slow-working mildewcide and let it sit to clean the mold.   ASK A QUESTION: Need help with your own home improvement or décor question? We'd love to help! Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here: https://www.moneypit.com/ask. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SHOW NOTES: We're sharing springtime secrets in this show, with tips for planting bulbs for a beautiful garden, breaking free of stuck windows to let the fresh air in, and protecting trees and shrubs with proper mulching. Spring forward and get home improvement info to last all year as we answer your timely questions! - Spring Bulbs: Think flower power and plan ahead for spring by planting bulbs now. - Stuck Windows: Break free of stuck windows with these easy tips. - Mulch: Learn the right way to use mulch for insulating trees and shrubs.   Q & A: - New Deck: Does Theresa really need to wait before staining her new wood deck? We explain why it's necessary to allow fresh lumber to dry out and season before staining. - Flooring: What kind of flooring can David use over his concrete slab? Engineered hardwood, engineered vinyl plans, and laminate are all good floating floor options. - Cleaning Corian: Sharon's porous Corian countertop is getting stained from water from the sink. We recommend some soft cleansers that she can try for this common problem. - Water Heater: An old electric water heater is starting to leak and David is thinking about a tankless model. He should consider getting more efficient natural gas installed or using an electric heat pump water heater. - Concrete Repair: Annie's concrete front porch is crumbling, but there are Quikrete products that can adhere to the old concrete and provide a smooth and durable surface. - Sewer Pipe: Linda is worried about replacing a cast iron sewer pipe that's corroded and cracked. We assure her that any cracks can be easily sealed with silicone caulk. - Grout Cleaning: How can Joe clean the ceramic tile kitchen grout? He gets tips on using grout cleaners and grout strippers. - Floor Nails: Tammy has one floor nail that keeps popping up! It's a common problem but easy to solve by removing the nail and replacing it with a trim screw. - Water Heater: Are stains coming from Kim's old water heater or from the water line? It does need to be replaced, and we give her some efficient options to choose from.     ASK A QUESTION: Need help with your own home improvement or décor question? We'd love to help! Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here: https://www.moneypit.com/ask. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previously undisclosed and deeply disturbing details about the operations of the Return to Nature Funeral Home came to light during a recent court hearing, leaving those in the El Paso County courtroom shocked and heartbroken. The hearing provided graphic evidence of the horrifying conditions discovered at the funeral home in Penrose, Colorado, back in October. Carie Hallford, one of the funeral home's co-owners, faced a preliminary hearing on multiple felony charges related to the improper storage of nearly 200 bodies, primarily comprised of family members of victims who attended the hearing. FBI Agent Andrew Cohen testified, revealing a harrowing picture of the 2500-square-foot facility. The facility, divided into 14 rooms labeled alphabetically, housed adult, infant, and fetus bodies. Shockingly, up to 43 bodies were found stacked in a single room, and some rooms were initially inaccessible due to the high stacking of bodies. The evidence unveiled during the hearing depicted a horrifying scene, with commercial shelves used to store bodies, bodies strewn across the floor or placed in hospital beds. The bodies were wrapped in plastic and secured with duct tape, while some were fully exposed, dressed in clothes, or covered in mold and insects. Lisa Ostly, whose father was identified at the funeral home, sat through the entire three-hour hearing and expressed, "It just brings all the grief back. But I owe it to my dad to see everything that I can see, to know and try to understand what happened." The once-white/cream-colored floor of the funeral home had turned brown and red from bodily fluids, requiring investigators to place cardboard throughout the building to prevent slipping. Insects were pervasive, making some rooms appear as if the carpet was black with brown patches. Shockingly, alongside the bodies and other items such as insect repellent, fans, and cleaning supplies, investigators discovered multiple bags of Quikrete concrete mix. This discovery led many family members to suspect that the ashes they received were actually concrete. Agent Cohen confirmed that the Hallfords had purchased over 660 pounds of Quikrete from Home Depot, as indicated in their bank records. Agent Cohen also revealed that the issues extended beyond failed cremations. The funeral home had been tasked with burying a veteran at the Pikes Peak National Cemetery, but when the veteran's casket was exhumed, investigators found the remains of a woman wrapped in plastic bags and duct tape inside. Disturbing texts exchanged between Carie and her husband, Jon Hallford, were presented during the hearing. In these texts, they casually discussed the bodies at Penrose Funeral Home. One text from Jon mentioned, "I want to take a shower… While I was making a transfer, I got people juice on me…," followed by a discussion about his burger order in the same text, a juxtaposition that family members found inhumane. Surveillance footage reviewed by Agent Cohen showed the couple arriving at the funeral home in September 2023, with Jon bringing at least four plastic bags presumed to contain bodies on a cart. Text messages between the couple further revealed financial troubles and discussions about the growing issues at Penrose Funeral Home. The shocking revelations from the court hearing shed light on the disturbing conditions and practices at the Return to Nature Funeral Home, leaving the community and the victims' families in disbelief and mourning. The legal proceedings continue as authorities seek justice for the victims and accountability for those responsible. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Previously undisclosed and deeply disturbing details about the operations of the Return to Nature Funeral Home came to light during a recent court hearing, leaving those in the El Paso County courtroom shocked and heartbroken. The hearing provided graphic evidence of the horrifying conditions discovered at the funeral home in Penrose, Colorado, back in October. Carie Hallford, one of the funeral home's co-owners, faced a preliminary hearing on multiple felony charges related to the improper storage of nearly 200 bodies, primarily comprised of family members of victims who attended the hearing. FBI Agent Andrew Cohen testified, revealing a harrowing picture of the 2500-square-foot facility. The facility, divided into 14 rooms labeled alphabetically, housed adult, infant, and fetus bodies. Shockingly, up to 43 bodies were found stacked in a single room, and some rooms were initially inaccessible due to the high stacking of bodies. The evidence unveiled during the hearing depicted a horrifying scene, with commercial shelves used to store bodies, bodies strewn across the floor or placed in hospital beds. The bodies were wrapped in plastic and secured with duct tape, while some were fully exposed, dressed in clothes, or covered in mold and insects. Lisa Ostly, whose father was identified at the funeral home, sat through the entire three-hour hearing and expressed, "It just brings all the grief back. But I owe it to my dad to see everything that I can see, to know and try to understand what happened." The once-white/cream-colored floor of the funeral home had turned brown and red from bodily fluids, requiring investigators to place cardboard throughout the building to prevent slipping. Insects were pervasive, making some rooms appear as if the carpet was black with brown patches. Shockingly, alongside the bodies and other items such as insect repellent, fans, and cleaning supplies, investigators discovered multiple bags of Quikrete concrete mix. This discovery led many family members to suspect that the ashes they received were actually concrete. Agent Cohen confirmed that the Hallfords had purchased over 660 pounds of Quikrete from Home Depot, as indicated in their bank records. Agent Cohen also revealed that the issues extended beyond failed cremations. The funeral home had been tasked with burying a veteran at the Pikes Peak National Cemetery, but when the veteran's casket was exhumed, investigators found the remains of a woman wrapped in plastic bags and duct tape inside. Disturbing texts exchanged between Carie and her husband, Jon Hallford, were presented during the hearing. In these texts, they casually discussed the bodies at Penrose Funeral Home. One text from Jon mentioned, "I want to take a shower… While I was making a transfer, I got people juice on me…," followed by a discussion about his burger order in the same text, a juxtaposition that family members found inhumane. Surveillance footage reviewed by Agent Cohen showed the couple arriving at the funeral home in September 2023, with Jon bringing at least four plastic bags presumed to contain bodies on a cart. Text messages between the couple further revealed financial troubles and discussions about the growing issues at Penrose Funeral Home. The shocking revelations from the court hearing shed light on the disturbing conditions and practices at the Return to Nature Funeral Home, leaving the community and the victims' families in disbelief and mourning. The legal proceedings continue as authorities seek justice for the victims and accountability for those responsible. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Previously undisclosed and deeply disturbing details about the operations of the Return to Nature Funeral Home came to light during a recent court hearing, leaving those in the El Paso County courtroom shocked and heartbroken. The hearing provided graphic evidence of the horrifying conditions discovered at the funeral home in Penrose, Colorado, back in October. Carie Hallford, one of the funeral home's co-owners, faced a preliminary hearing on multiple felony charges related to the improper storage of nearly 200 bodies, primarily comprised of family members of victims who attended the hearing. FBI Agent Andrew Cohen testified, revealing a harrowing picture of the 2500-square-foot facility. The facility, divided into 14 rooms labeled alphabetically, housed adult, infant, and fetus bodies. Shockingly, up to 43 bodies were found stacked in a single room, and some rooms were initially inaccessible due to the high stacking of bodies. The evidence unveiled during the hearing depicted a horrifying scene, with commercial shelves used to store bodies, bodies strewn across the floor or placed in hospital beds. The bodies were wrapped in plastic and secured with duct tape, while some were fully exposed, dressed in clothes, or covered in mold and insects. Lisa Ostly, whose father was identified at the funeral home, sat through the entire three-hour hearing and expressed, "It just brings all the grief back. But I owe it to my dad to see everything that I can see, to know and try to understand what happened." The once-white/cream-colored floor of the funeral home had turned brown and red from bodily fluids, requiring investigators to place cardboard throughout the building to prevent slipping. Insects were pervasive, making some rooms appear as if the carpet was black with brown patches. Shockingly, alongside the bodies and other items such as insect repellent, fans, and cleaning supplies, investigators discovered multiple bags of Quikrete concrete mix. This discovery led many family members to suspect that the ashes they received were actually concrete. Agent Cohen confirmed that the Hallfords had purchased over 660 pounds of Quikrete from Home Depot, as indicated in their bank records. Agent Cohen also revealed that the issues extended beyond failed cremations. The funeral home had been tasked with burying a veteran at the Pikes Peak National Cemetery, but when the veteran's casket was exhumed, investigators found the remains of a woman wrapped in plastic bags and duct tape inside. Disturbing texts exchanged between Carie and her husband, Jon Hallford, were presented during the hearing. In these texts, they casually discussed the bodies at Penrose Funeral Home. One text from Jon mentioned, "I want to take a shower… While I was making a transfer, I got people juice on me…," followed by a discussion about his burger order in the same text, a juxtaposition that family members found inhumane. Surveillance footage reviewed by Agent Cohen showed the couple arriving at the funeral home in September 2023, with Jon bringing at least four plastic bags presumed to contain bodies on a cart. Text messages between the couple further revealed financial troubles and discussions about the growing issues at Penrose Funeral Home. The shocking revelations from the court hearing shed light on the disturbing conditions and practices at the Return to Nature Funeral Home, leaving the community and the victims' families in disbelief and mourning. The legal proceedings continue as authorities seek justice for the victims and accountability for those responsible. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

A Colorado funeral home is facing a lawsuit after allegations surfaced that the owners allowed bodies to decompose while providing families with counterfeit ashes. The lawsuit, filed by Richard Law, claims that Return to Nature Funeral Home in Penrose, Colorado, was involved in a disturbing scandal that affected numerous families.    The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) recently uncovered a shocking discovery at the funeral home, revealing at least 189 improperly stored bodies in a building owned by the establishment. Authorities have warned that this number could change as the investigation continues and the process of identifying the victims progresses.    "In death, these men and women deserved to be treated with respect and dignity," said plaintiff attorney Andrew Swan. "Instead, they were defiled."    Richard Law's involvement in the lawsuit stems from his experience entrusting his late father, Roger Law, to the care of the funeral home back in 2020. The funeral home was supposed to cremate Roger Law and provide his ashes to his son. However, recent revelations suggest that Roger's body was among the many found in the funeral home's building.    "Nearly three years after his death, Roger still has never been cremated. Instead, he was allowed to decompose in squalid conditions," the complaint stated. "Roger deserved better. So did the other 188 victims found at the Penrose property."    The shocking discovery came to light when locals in the area reported an abhorrent smell emanating from the property. Co-defendant Jon Hallford allegedly attempted to attribute the smell to his taxidermy hobby but was unsuccessful in doing so.    The lawsuit alleges that the funeral home owners not only allowed bodies to decompose improperly but also provided families with counterfeit ashes and falsified death certificates. Other families who have come forward with their concerns have noted that the material they received as ashes seemed similar to dry concrete. A family member, Tanya Wilson, shared with KDRO her experience of conducting a side-by-side test. She mixed water separately with Quikrete and the purported ashes that were claimed to belong to her mother, Yong Anderson. Wilson reported, "The reaction, it looked very, very similar, the consistency and everything. Then, when it dried, it dried into little tiny rocks, very, very similar. It gave me confirmation that I believe it's concrete."    Colorado is unique in that it does not require professionals in the funeral home and crematory industry to be licensed. Return to Nature Funeral Home reportedly operated with an expired license, raising concerns about regulatory oversight.    Attorney Andrew Swan criticized the lax regulatory status quo in the state and called for stronger enforcement mechanisms and more rigorous inspections. While he expressed confidence in the ongoing criminal investigation, he emphasized the importance of a lawsuit like this in holding accountable those responsible for such misconduct.    Richard Law, the plaintiff in the lawsuit, has shown dedication to the case despite the emotional toll it has taken. "He takes a lot of satisfaction in standing up to this misconduct on behalf of other families," Swan said.    Efforts to reach Return to Nature Funeral Home for comment have been unsuccessful, with their website down and a linked phone number out of service. The FBI is also involved in the investigation, further underscoring the severity of the situation. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

A Colorado funeral home is facing a lawsuit after allegations surfaced that the owners allowed bodies to decompose while providing families with counterfeit ashes. The lawsuit, filed by Richard Law, claims that Return to Nature Funeral Home in Penrose, Colorado, was involved in a disturbing scandal that affected numerous families.    The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) recently uncovered a shocking discovery at the funeral home, revealing at least 189 improperly stored bodies in a building owned by the establishment. Authorities have warned that this number could change as the investigation continues and the process of identifying the victims progresses.    "In death, these men and women deserved to be treated with respect and dignity," said plaintiff attorney Andrew Swan. "Instead, they were defiled."    Richard Law's involvement in the lawsuit stems from his experience entrusting his late father, Roger Law, to the care of the funeral home back in 2020. The funeral home was supposed to cremate Roger Law and provide his ashes to his son. However, recent revelations suggest that Roger's body was among the many found in the funeral home's building.    "Nearly three years after his death, Roger still has never been cremated. Instead, he was allowed to decompose in squalid conditions," the complaint stated. "Roger deserved better. So did the other 188 victims found at the Penrose property."    The shocking discovery came to light when locals in the area reported an abhorrent smell emanating from the property. Co-defendant Jon Hallford allegedly attempted to attribute the smell to his taxidermy hobby but was unsuccessful in doing so.    The lawsuit alleges that the funeral home owners not only allowed bodies to decompose improperly but also provided families with counterfeit ashes and falsified death certificates. Other families who have come forward with their concerns have noted that the material they received as ashes seemed similar to dry concrete. A family member, Tanya Wilson, shared with KDRO her experience of conducting a side-by-side test. She mixed water separately with Quikrete and the purported ashes that were claimed to belong to her mother, Yong Anderson. Wilson reported, "The reaction, it looked very, very similar, the consistency and everything. Then, when it dried, it dried into little tiny rocks, very, very similar. It gave me confirmation that I believe it's concrete."    Colorado is unique in that it does not require professionals in the funeral home and crematory industry to be licensed. Return to Nature Funeral Home reportedly operated with an expired license, raising concerns about regulatory oversight.    Attorney Andrew Swan criticized the lax regulatory status quo in the state and called for stronger enforcement mechanisms and more rigorous inspections. While he expressed confidence in the ongoing criminal investigation, he emphasized the importance of a lawsuit like this in holding accountable those responsible for such misconduct.    Richard Law, the plaintiff in the lawsuit, has shown dedication to the case despite the emotional toll it has taken. "He takes a lot of satisfaction in standing up to this misconduct on behalf of other families," Swan said.    Efforts to reach Return to Nature Funeral Home for comment have been unsuccessful, with their website down and a linked phone number out of service. The FBI is also involved in the investigation, further underscoring the severity of the situation. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

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A Colorado funeral home is facing a lawsuit after allegations surfaced that the owners allowed bodies to decompose while providing families with counterfeit ashes. The lawsuit, filed by Richard Law, claims that Return to Nature Funeral Home in Penrose, Colorado, was involved in a disturbing scandal that affected numerous families.    The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) recently uncovered a shocking discovery at the funeral home, revealing at least 189 improperly stored bodies in a building owned by the establishment. Authorities have warned that this number could change as the investigation continues and the process of identifying the victims progresses.    "In death, these men and women deserved to be treated with respect and dignity," said plaintiff attorney Andrew Swan. "Instead, they were defiled."    Richard Law's involvement in the lawsuit stems from his experience entrusting his late father, Roger Law, to the care of the funeral home back in 2020. The funeral home was supposed to cremate Roger Law and provide his ashes to his son. However, recent revelations suggest that Roger's body was among the many found in the funeral home's building.    "Nearly three years after his death, Roger still has never been cremated. Instead, he was allowed to decompose in squalid conditions," the complaint stated. "Roger deserved better. So did the other 188 victims found at the Penrose property."    The shocking discovery came to light when locals in the area reported an abhorrent smell emanating from the property. Co-defendant Jon Hallford allegedly attempted to attribute the smell to his taxidermy hobby but was unsuccessful in doing so.   The lawsuit alleges that the funeral home owners not only allowed bodies to decompose improperly but also provided families with counterfeit ashes and falsified death certificates. Other families who have come forward with their concerns have noted that the material they received as ashes seemed similar to dry concrete. A family member, Tanya Wilson, shared with KDRO her experience of conducting a side-by-side test. She mixed water separately with Quikrete and the purported ashes that were claimed to belong to her mother, Yong Anderson. Wilson reported, "The reaction, it looked very, very similar, the consistency and everything. Then, when it dried, it dried into little tiny rocks, very, very similar. It gave me confirmation that I believe it's concrete."    Colorado is unique in that it does not require professionals in the funeral home and crematory industry to be licensed. Return to Nature Funeral Home reportedly operated with an expired license, raising concerns about regulatory oversight.    Attorney Andrew Swan criticized the lax regulatory status quo in the state and called for stronger enforcement mechanisms and more rigorous inspections. While he expressed confidence in the ongoing criminal investigation, he emphasized the importance of a lawsuit like this in holding accountable those responsible for such misconduct.    Richard Law, the plaintiff in the lawsuit, has shown dedication to the case despite the emotional toll it has taken. "He takes a lot of satisfaction in standing up to this misconduct on behalf of other families," Swan said.    Efforts to reach Return to Nature Funeral Home for comment have been unsuccessful, with their website down and a linked phone number out of service. The FBI is also involved in the investigation, further underscoring the severity of the situation. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

A semi truck collided with a pickup truck towing a trailer full of  fireworks, the crash caused the fireworks to ignite, resulting in an hour-long show... In Other News.... A Colorado funeral home is being accused of giving families fake ashes after cremation services. At least one customer is even saying that instead of ashes they were given Quikrete. 

David Craigen is the BU Information Security Officer, North America and Canada at TK Elevator. Previously, he held senior security leadership positions at several organizations, including Quikrete, BioIQ, and MiMedx. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidcraigen/ 

Concrete products have evolved over the years and now you can use them for more than just driveways and patios. In this special-edition Today's Homeowner Podcast, Danny speaks with Allison Hunt, social media director and marketing project manager for the Quikrete Companies, the event's sponsor. Listen to learn about Quikrete's innovative products and the many projects you can create. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

La venezolana Adela Pérez sale adelante por su propia motivación, por las ganas de ofrecer un mejor futuro a sus hijos y por dejar el nombre de su país en alto. Es artesana, trabaja con las manos y eso le da un sello diferenciador a la hora de hacerse preferida entre sus clientes.   Adela es creadora de bisutería, accesorios para el cabello y camisetas con mensajes poderosos, desde la marca @kapuy.atl y @mywordproject, respectivamente, en Atlanta, GA, las cuales muestra en ferias y bazares, así como en los corredores virtuales de redes sociales.   Es mamá de dos varones, abogada de profesión y además trabaja como coordinadora nacional de ventas de la empresa americana Quikrete. Trabaja en un gimnasio de Kickboxing, en el cual espera alcanzar un cargo como entrenadora, ya que ama el ejercicio y la vida saludable.

To reach out to Alex D. Tremble you can contact him below and use #TheATshow. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alextremble/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/alextremble Instagram: https://instagram.com/alexdtremble Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlexDTremble Pam Piligian Pam Piligian is Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications at Navy Federal Credit Union, the world's largest credit union and four-time recipient of Forrester's CX Index Best in Class Ranking. She serves on Navy Federal's Management Council as well as on The Mission Data and Transformation Team.  Pam directs all marketing and advertising strategy, research, public and industry relations, brand and product campaigns as well as overseeing metrics for Navy Federal brand, products and services. She excels at analyzing market data, extrapolating the implications and turning insights into opportunities and has a passion for member-centricity. Before joining Navy Federal, Pam was SVP of Fitzgerald & Co., an IPG Company. There, she helped win the Navy Federal account in 2009 and led the branding effort when the credit union extended its membership to include all branches of military service. She has more than 25 years of account management experience, including positions with DDB, Ingalls, Quinn & Johnson, and BBDO. She has executed campaigns for brands such as Wachovia, Energizer, Safeway, Nabisco, Ocean Spray, Quikrete, Black+Decker, and Southern Company. Pam holds a B.A. degree in marketing from Georgia State University, UC Berkley Executive Education, and MVP Guest on America's Favorite Carrier, USS Carl Vinson. An avid runner, Pam has completed more than 41 marathons in 32 states, with a goal of running marathons in all 50 states.  LinkedIn: Pam Piligian Twitter: @PGPiligian Facebook: Pam Piligian Instagram: pgpiligian

How should Chief Information Officers prioritize strategy, planning, and investment strategy for the year 2021? And where do CIO responsibilities and CIO priorities intersect with customer experience and corporate culture?In this episode of CXOTalk, two seasoned CIOs offer practical tips and advice to guide CIO decision-making in 2021. We discuss these topics:-- CIO strategy and role in 2021-- Customer experience and the CIO agenda-- Corporate culture and the CIO-- Work from home and end-point security-- CIO investment planning and technical debt-- Technology planning for 2021-- CIO opportunities and challenges for 2021Cynthia Stoddard is the Chief Information Officer of Adobe, where she oversees Adobe’s global Information Technology & Cloud Operations teams.Jay Ferro is CIO of ERT, a global data and technology company that minimizes risk and uncertainty in clinical trials. Previously, he was the Chief Information Officer for Quikrete, the largest manufacturer of packaged concrete in the United States. Before that, he served as CIO for a number of other companies including Earthlink, the American Cancer Society and AIG.Read the full transcript and watch more episodes: https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/cio-advisory-chief-information-officer-strategy-agenda-planning-2021

Customer experience is increasingly important for every CIO. How can Chief Information Officers incorporate the lessons of customer experience while retaining focus on system uptime and other operational activities? Two leading Chief Information Officers share their thoughts and advice.In this conversation, we discuss:-- ​Role of the CIO in customer experience-- Top priorities for Chief Information Officers in 2021-- EQ and Emotional intelligence for the modern CIO-- How to hire a great CIO?-- How to improve customer and employee experience?-- CIO metrics and executive compensationRead the full transcript: https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/practical-cio-customer-experience-chief-information-officerJay Ferro is the Chief Information Officer for Quikrete, the largest manufacturer of packaged concrete in the United States. Previously, he served as CIO for several a number of other companies including Earthlink, the American Cancer Society and AIG.Tim Crawford is ranked as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Chief Information Technology Officers (#4), Top 100 Most Social CIOs (#7), Top 20 People Most Retweeted by IT Leaders (#5) and Top 100 Cloud Experts and Influencers. Tim is a strategic CIO & advisor that works with large global enterprise organizations across many a number of industries including financial services, healthcare, major airlines and high-tech.

More people than ever are improving their outdoor living spaces — and it's never been easier to do it yourself.  Want to create a concrete countertop? There's a mix for that! Setting fence posts? There's something for that, too! Could your patio use a facelift? Don't rip it out because, yes, there's a mix for that as well!  In this special edition Today's Homeowner Podcast, Danny speaks with guest Frank Owens, vice president of marketing for Quikrete. Learn which type of concrete you need for most projects. And you'll learn about an exciting product in development at the company.   Listen to the Today’s Homeowner Podcast for expert advice and pro tips! [0:00] Meet Frank Owens, vice president of Marketing for Quikrete [1:18] The origins of Quikrete in Columbus, Ohio [4:14] Danny and Frank talk about Re-Cap Concrete Resurfacer, which recently was re-formulated and re-launched [7:31] Danny praises Quikrete Fast-Setting Concrete in the Red Bag [9:28] What you should know about Quikrete Concrete Repair Caulk and Advanced Polymer Crack Sealant [10:50] Concrete countertops? Yes, and there’s a mix for that! [13:15] Laying block with Quikrete Mortar Mix, and Danny’s new favorite: dry-stacking block and using QUIKWALL Surface Bonding Cement [15:13] Coming soon from Quikrete: 3D Printed Concrete [17:03] Check out Quikrete’s video library, which has more than 80 million views!

Welcome to another episode of the Connecting Through Technology Podcast Powered by Intellacall. In today's episode, we have the privilege of talking to Alex Borishkevich, Regional Sales Manager at Quikrete, on how he is selling and growing his business during this pandemic. Alex has 16 years of experience working for companies in construction, transportation, manufacturing, wholesale, and tech industries in the span of his career. Here are some topics we cover: • Why everyone should at least have one sales job in their career • The advantages of face-to-face interaction during a pandemic • How to connect more efficiently with your prospects and customers digitally If you enjoyed the show, please consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing to our show. The Connecting Through Technology is a podcast where business and sales leaders share how they are growing their customer-facing businesses in a digital world. Connecting Through Technology is powered by Intellacall. Video software that connects your customers with anyone in your organization with just one-click from your website, learn more at www.intellacall.com Connect with Alex! https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexborishkevich/ Connect with us on social! Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Intellacall-113254123871170/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/intellacall/ Twitter https://twitter.com/intellacall

Have you ever wondered about those long, straight cracks on concrete sidewalks or slabs? Well, wonder no more. Contraction, or control, joints in concrete have an important purpose. Here’s a crash course on control joints, including why you need them, how to create them, and what to do if your concrete slab lacks the proper support. About Control Joints in Concrete Extreme temperature changes cause building materials to expand and contract, and concrete is no exception. This shifting can cause hairline cracks to form on the concrete’s surface. In addition, concrete mix shrinks as its water content evaporates, and this can lead to structural and aesthetic issues if you don’t create ‘planned cracks.’ Cracks are inevitable, and most people want to have a say in their location, or have greater ‘control’ of the situation.   Creating control joints in concrete to take stress from the slab doesn’t just preserve the slab’s appearance; this also prolongs its life. Otherwise, elements such as stormwater can enter the cracks, enlarge them, erode underlying soil and weaken the structure.   How to Create Control Joints in Concrete You can create control joints in concrete while pouring the concrete, or you can wait until the slab has cured just enough so it won’t chip when you cut into it.   Grooving tools made of bronze or heavy-gauge stainless steel are used for scoring freshly poured concrete, and cost just $25 to $35. Or you can saw cured concrete. A good rule of thumb is to space control joints about two to three times, in feet, the size of the slab’s thickness, in inches. For instance, plan control joints every 12 to 18 feet for a 6-inch slab. In addition to those intervals, you also need to cut control joints at a specific depth — about 25 percent of the slab’s depth. So, for the same 6-inch slab, the joints should be 1.5 inches deep. What If There Are No Control Joints? Your concrete slab should have a control joint to protect the slab’s appearance and prolong its life. But if it doesn’t, that could cause all kinds of problems. That’s the situation Genee, of Kansas, is experiencing. The contractor enlarged a concrete patio with poor results, she says. For this job, creating control joints in the concrete was, of course, necessary, to prevent hairline cracks. But because the contractor added to the patio, an expansion joint between the two slabs would have prevented sinking in that area.   The situation is now an unsightly mess, and she’s wondering what to do about it. We’ll talk about that, and much more, on this episode of the Today’s Homeowner Podcast. [1:09] Which nails you need to attach new wood trim — and how to not split or dent the wood [5:54] Tips to remove old cigarette smells from once-smoky rooms [10:46] What to do when Hardie Board siding chips or cracks [12:20] Best New Product: Professional-Duty Waterproof Storage Container from Husky [13:22] How to remove rust stains from asphalt shingles [16:50] Simple Solution: White nail polish as a necessary part of every workshop…? Yes! [19:36] What to do when your cast-iron weathervane freezes [24:02] Question of the Week: “What is the best solution for an ugly concrete patio?” Simple Solutions Easy Tool Identifier — There aren’t many reasons to use nail polish in your workshop, but here’s one. Many tools come with markings that are virtually impossible to read. Wire strippers have little gauge numbers, squares have numbers and graduations that are hard to read, and sockets are some of the worst offenders. Well, here’s a tip that eliminates having to strain to see vital information on your tools. We’re going to highlight these numbers and graduations with white nail polish! Shake the nail polish to ensure it’s mixed well. Then simply brush it onto the tool. Don’t worry if it’s a little sloppy; most will be wiped off later. Coat the entire area on and around the numbers. Wait a few minutes, then take a damp cloth and wipe away the excess nail polish, leaving the white polish in the recessed areas.   Easy Drip Irrigation — Here’s how to create a simple drip irrigation system out of an empty 2-liter soda bottle: First, drill some 1/16-inch-diameter holes through the sides and bottom of the bottle. These might seem like tiny holes, but you want the water to seep out slowly.   Next, dig a hole in the garden, near a shrub — or even a large potted plant — and bury the bottle, leaving just an inch or so of the top sticking out. Twist off the bottle’s cap and fill it with water using a hose or funnel and water jug. You can also add fertilizer to the water, if you’d like. Then twist the cap back on and spread mulch over the area. Check the bottle in three or four days, and refill, if necessary. Question of the Week Q: “What is the best solution for an ugly concrete patio? A concrete pad was poured when the house was built. We had this enlarged with poor results. The contractor never came back to score it [for a control joint] and now it has cracked all over and even sunk a bit at the cold joint. We are considering staining in a marbled tone of brown since it would blend well with the cedar house. We also looked at an epoxy coating or Quikrete resurfacing. With it being in full sun, it seems like there are negatives to all options.” A: The additional patio wasn’t properly poured or supported, and it’s caused quite a headache for this homeowner. One option is to frame a wood deck over the whole thing. Then you can install composite decking over that. Fun fact: You actually can glue composite decking to a concrete slab, if it’s in good condition, and the best part is there’s low maintenance — no stripping, staining or painting — compared to a wood deck.  

Find out how to give a shiny surface to a concrete floor. Get tips on using a super high gloss sealer from QUIKRETE, Behr or Sherwin-Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to give a shiny surface to a concrete floor. Get tips on using a super high gloss sealer from QUIKRETE, Behr or Sherwin-Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you think you are communicating enough, do more.  It's impossible to over-communicate during turbulent times where fast changes and fear is seen and felt.  Jay shares what leaders can do right now to be the leader their teams' need. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Self-isolation due to the coronavirus pandemic has driven up demand for building materials as more and more homeowners tackle do-it-yourself projects. But there are the projects you plan to work on, and then there are those that surprise you and you’re not sure what to do about them. Maybe you suddenly took a good look at your concrete steps and noticed they’re worn and chipped. You know that fixing them doesn’t require replacing all of the concrete, but you’re also not certain about the best solution. Or self-isolation has you spending more time on the porch swing, and you noticed how worse it looks for the wear after constant exposure to the sun. But, how to restore it is a mystery. Perhaps you’re ready to paint or stain a project, but you want to do it right this time and need to know about the kinds of additives you’ll need. (There are some that prevent mildew, insects and even brush strokes from compromising the project.) If you’re thinking of one of these projects during self-isolation, we’ve got expert advice to make it successful. Listen to the Today’s Homeowner Podcast for these and more home improvement tips! [2:22] ‘My porch swing has been exposed to the hot afternoon sun. I need to refinish it, but which varnish should I use?’ [6:13] ‘How do you replace expansion joints in a driveway?’ [9:43] Discussing paint and stain additives such as mildewcides, insecticides and brush-stroke eliminators [13:46] ‘I have a sulfur smell in the water heater. What can I do about it?’ [15:25] ‘What can I do to remove scuff marks on my composite kitchen floor?’ [16:48] How to cut the bottoms off mason jars for crafting [18:08] Best New Products: Samsung High-Efficiency Top-Load Washer [19:54] ‘The rubber backing from my throw rugs is stuck to the ceramic tile floor — how can I remove it?’ [21:33] ‘What is the best product to clean the outside of the gutters?’ [24:21] ‘The wood siding on my home is dirty and turning green. What’s the best cleanser to use to wash my siding?’ [26:10] ‘My concrete steps have some chunks and chips missing. What can I do about them?’ [28:44] Simple Solution: A great way to store driver bits using a fishing accessory [30:32] Question of the Week: ‘How can I keep squirrels off my bird feeders?’ Simple Solutions Gravel Entry — Traffic in and out of a shed will often trample down and wear out the ground near the entrance. As a result, the area will become sunken, and turn into a soggy, muddy mess after a rainstorm. To prevent further erosion, make a simple landing pad out of a few 2x4s and some gravel. Build a rectangular frame out of pressure-treated 2x4s and set it on the ground in front of the entrance. Use a shovel to cut down into the ground around the outside of the frame. Move the frame out of the way and dig out about 3 inches of dirt. Line the bottom of the excavated hole with landscaping fabric, then set the frame into place and fill it with gravel. Compact the gravel with a hand tamper or long 4x4. Finally, add more gravel to completely fill the 2x4 frame. Storage for Driver Bits — Keep all your screw-driving bits neatly organized with a plastic container intended for fishing tackle. These clear containers are surprisingly durable, have hinged lids that snap closed, and feature customizable dividers for separating bits by type and size. And the containers are super-affordable: one that’s about 2 x 9 x 14 inches costs $12 and can be divided into as many as 28 compartments. Question of the Week Q: Evelyn in Michigan asks, “How can I keep the squirrels off my bird feeders?” A: Buy a squirrel-proof bird feeder, particularly one with a wire baffle that surrounds the outside, preventing squirrels’ entry. Some bird-feeders also have squirrel-proof doors that close upon detecting a squirrel’s weight. Other Products and Links Mentioned 30 Seconds Outdoor Cleaner Concentrate Flood Foetrol Goo Gone Goof Off Havahart Critter Ridder Home Depot Quikrete.com Quikrete Polymer Modified Structural Repair Sikaflex - 1c SL Simple Solutions Sunnyside Products: M1 Advanced Mildew Treatment TotalBoat TotalBoat – Lust Marine Varnish WD-40 WetandForget.com Wet and Forget Xtreme Reach Hose End

What are the elements of being a transformation CIO? Two prominent Chief Information Officers share their experience and advice.Read the full transcript and watch the video:https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/transformational-cio-strategy-operations

What are the elements of being a transformation CIO? Two prominent Chief Information Officers share their experience and advice.Read the full transcript and watch the video:https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/transformational-cio-strategy-operations

What leadership lessons should a CIO adopt to manage a team during the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic? Jay Ferro, a well-known transformational CIO, shares his experience and advice.Read the full transcript and watch the video:https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/cio-strategy-leadership-during-covid-19-pandemic

What leadership lessons should a CIO adopt to manage a team during the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic? Jay Ferro, a well-known transformational CIO, shares his experience and advice.Read the full transcript and watch the video:https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/cio-strategy-leadership-during-covid-19-pandemic

Learn how to repair crumbling chimney mortar and remove moss. Find out how to mix and apply Quikrete to repair mortar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to repair crumbling chimney mortar and remove moss. Find out how to mix and apply Quikrete to repair mortar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gary spoke to our friends at Quikrete and Magna Dry. He also took your calls on issues around the home.

Gary spoke to our friends at Quikrete. You can visit them at http://www.quikrete.com

Gary spoke to our friends at Quikrete. You can visit them at https://www.quikrete.com/

Gary spoke to Roto Rooter, Quikrete, CME Pipe-lining and spread his wealth of knowledge across the country.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Jerry Colonna, Author of REBOOT: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up, Jay Ferro, CIO at Quikrete, and Dion Hinchcliffe, VP & Principal Analyst at Constellation Research. DisrupTV is a weekly Web series with hosts R “Ray” Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

Gary spoke to our friend Rich from Quikrete. Visit them at https://www.quikrete.com/

Gary spoke to our friends at Quikrete and took your calls.

As the CIO role goes beyond transactions and even digital, what does it mean for the Chief Information Officer to be a transformational leader? Industry analyst, Michael Krigsman, explores this topic with innovative and outspoken CIO Jay Ferro.

As the CIO role goes beyond transactions and even digital, what does it mean for the Chief Information Officer to be a transformational leader? Industry analyst, Michael Krigsman, explores this topic with innovative and outspoken CIO Jay Ferro.

Transformational executive leader with nearly 25 years of proven success delivering strategies that achieve enterprise goals, Jay Ferro has extensive experience in nearly all aspects of technology strategy and operations. He is currently the is the CIO at Quikrete, the largest manufacturer of packaged concrete and cement mixes in the United States and Canada. Jay is a frequent guest speaker worldwide. He’s been featured in multiple publications, including Forbes, Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review and CIO Magazine.

Radio's favorite handyman welcomes in a guest expert from Quikrete to talk about setting posts and the other small concrete projects that you can do around your home while the weather is nice!

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Find out how to seal a crack in a concrete floor to keep water from getting in and freezing. Get tips on using a concrete repair product from Quikrete. Learn a trick of the trade for putting a backer rod in the crack first so the product stays near the surface. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to seal a crack in a concrete floor to keep water from getting in and freezing. Get tips on using a concrete repair product from Quikrete. Learn a trick of the trade for putting a backer rod in the crack first so the product stays near the surface. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can you use concrete in the winter? Today we discuss the temperature parameters and little known facts.   For example, the data sheet for Quikrete’s concrete mix has specific recommendations. We talk about this in detail.   Interestingly enough, there isn’t a temperature restriction on mortar…at least for Quikrete.   I announced several new members of the Home Repair Tutor private Facebook group.   Membership is free and you can join here https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/   Many thanks to Johns Manville for sponsoring today’s show. Check out their complete line of insulation over at http://www.jm.com/en/   Check out our tutorial on how to install insulation…it’s pretty good http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-insulate-walls-and-ceilings/   If you liked today’s show please give us a rating and review on iTunes, thank you   Remember, we have 191 podcast shows You can listen to all of them for free over on iTunes or Stitcher. If you want me to feature a cool Deal of the Day or project send me a quick email   jeff@homerepairtutor.com   We record the podcast every day, so I’m up for sharing your great idea

George’s slate stone needs to be reattached to his front patio slab.   I actually tackled George’s question over on our private Facebook group   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/   But I figured this might be a problem for other folks, too.   First, remove all the old mortar from the patio slab and slate.   Clean the surface using Quikrete Asphalt and Concrete Cleaner.   Since the cleaner off with water.   For small repairs you can use Quikrete’s Zip and Mix Repair Mortar   http://www.quikrete.com/   Larger repairs can use standard mortar mix.   If you’re in doubt of what product to use always call the product manufacturer, in this case Quikrete.   Most companies have great technical service departments and it’s in their best interest to help you.     George’s dilemma started when he needed to apply rock salt to his patio due to snow. Consumer Reports came out with this nifty chart showing which salts are best    http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/2014/02/best-ice-melts/index.htm       Today’s Quick Tip is about stopping deer or rabbits from eating your toilets.   Liquid Fence Deer and Rabbit Repellent is AWESOME because it works.   http://www.liquidfence.com/   We have a lot of deer in Pittsburgh. But after applying this to my tulips the deer have moved on to my neighbors flowers, lol.   You can find Liquid Fence at your local hardware store or box store.     Submit your DIY question or Quick Tip by   Calling me at 800-965-0023   Visiting http://www.homerepairtutor.com/podcast/ and use the SpeakPipe recorder   Or signing up to my email newsletter and responding back to me       Do you need help with your bathroom?   Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor   http://bathroomrepairtutor.com/   Our memberships are limited to 100 people on a monthly basis. You get access to the video tutorial library and our great private Facebook group where you can post questions and get answers.    This is a passion project meant to help people with their bathroom problems, hope you like it 

Celene needs help with a stucco patch.   Her furniture was blown into her stucco and created a small hole about 1-2 inches wide.   I recommend getting Quikrete’s premixed stucco patch   http://www.quikrete.com/ProductLines/StuccoPatchPreMixed.asp   Since she lives in California (where there’s a lot of stucco) there’s a good chance Home Depot will have this product.   She should also feather out the stucco patch with a stiff brush or sponge then paint with an elastomeric paint specifically made for stucco.     Today’s Quick Tip is about cleaning gutters and downspouts.   Do this twice a year, once in the Spring (April) and once in the fall (November).    This will prevent water from coming into your house and ruining drywall or finished basements.  It doesn’t cost all that much to have someone do it for you, $40-$75 here in Pittsburgh.     Submit your DIY question or Quick Tip by   Calling me at 800-965-0023   Visiting http://www.homerepairtutor.com/podcast/ and use the SpeakPipe recorder   Or signing up to my email newsletter and responding back to me     Are you tired of calling contractors about your bathroom and not getting a phone call back?   Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor   http://bathroomrepairtutor.com/   Our memberships are limited to 100 people on a monthly basis. You get access to the video tutorial library and our great private Facebook group where you can post questions and get answers.    This is a passion project meant to help people with their bathroom problems, hope you like it 

Paul’s driveway has developed cracks.    He’d like to know how to fix the small cracks and fill in the expansion joints.   Small cracks can be filled in with Quikrete or Sakrete concrete crack filler.   Visit their sites and search for concrete crack filler   http://www.quikrete.com/   http://www.sakrete.com/   Expansion joints are the large joints between two adjacent concrete slabs. They exist to prevent the slabs from cracking during severe hot or cold situations.     Sealing the joints is necessary to prevent water from getting down underneath the concrete. If this happens during the winter the concrete can crack if the water freezes.   NOT GOOD.   I actually have a tutorial on how to fill in expansion joints with foam backer road and SikaFlex, which is a self-leveling sealant.   http://www.homerepairtutor.com/concrete-expansion-joints/   Always feel free to ask me a question in the comment section over on Home Repair Tutor or join our private Facebook Group where you can post your pics and questions   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/     Today’s Quick Tip is about Olympic Elite Woodland Oil.   It’s easy to apply to pressure treated wood but first clean the wood surface.   I have a great tutorial with before and after pics over on Home Repair Tutor   http://www.homerepairtutor.com/staining-pressure-treated-wood/   The tutorial explains why I chose this over other stains or sealants.    CLUE: no stripping!!         You can submit your DIY question or Quick Tip by   Calling me at 800-9656-0023   Visiting http://www.homerepairtutor.com/podcast/ and use the SpeakPipe recorder   Or signing up to my email newsletter and responding back to me     Are you tired of calling contractors about your bathroom and not getting a phone call back?   Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor   http://bathroomrepairtutor.com/   Our memberships are limited to 100 people on a monthly basis. You get access to the video tutorial library and our great private Facebook group where you can post questions and get answers.    This is a passion project meant to help people with their bathroom problems, hope you like it           

Shelly wants to know an easy and safe way to clean here concrete driveway.   She recently power washed it but noticed it became pitted after doing so.   I recommend using Wet and Forget Outdoor for patios, driveways, and siding. This is a surfactant that you mix with water and apply with a garden sprayer.   You can find more information about Wet and Forget Outdoor here   http://www.wetandforget.com/   Wet and Forget uses the rain, sun, and wind to clean the top of driveways. It takes a little time but is totally worth it.   A second product Shelly could try is Quikrete’s Concrete and Asphalt Cleaner.   Find out more about this here   http://www.quikrete.com/       Today’s Quick Tip is about Ortho’s Home Defense Fly Bait Decals.   Flies can be a huge issue inside any house. Take our house for instance, we’ve had a fly issue for several months (I’m embarrassed to say the exact number of months!!!).   Place these decals on your window and as the flies walk on it they are killed in about 1 minute. Flies won’t stick to the decal.   This is a great option if you’re dealing with flies issues.      I finally got an 800 number, woohoo!!   You can submit your DIY question or Quick Tip by   Calling me at 800-9656-0023   Visiting http://www.homerepairtutor.com/podcast/ and use the SpeakPipe recorder   Or signing up to my email newsletter and responding back to me     Are you tired of calling contractors about your bathroom and not getting a phone call back?   Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor   http://bathroomrepairtutor.com/   Our memberships are limited to 100 people on a monthly basis. You get access to the video tutorial library and our great private Facebook group where you can post questions and get answers.      This is a passion project meant to help people with their bathroom problems, hope you like it 

Find out what to do when your concrete steps are separating from your concrete driveway. Get tips on using a concrete-repair product from Quikrete to seal the crack. Learn why you can't use regular concrete to fix damaged concrete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out what to do when your concrete steps are separating from your concrete driveway. Get tips on using a concrete-repair product from Quikrete to seal the crack. Learn why you can't use regular concrete to fix damaged concrete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to keep the mortar from drying out when building a stone fire pit outdoors. Get tips on putting plastic over the areas you're working on to slow the evaporation, and checking out Quikrete for reputable products and how-tos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to keep the mortar from drying out when building a stone fire pit outdoors. Get tips on putting plastic over the areas you're working on to slow the evaporation, and checking out Quikrete for reputable products and how-tos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you're having problems with water pooling on your garage floor, one option is to use a concrete resurfacer from Quikrete to add a slope to the floor so water runs off it. It's a DIY project if you are handy. Another option is to try tiles on top of your garage floor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to resurface a concrete porch. Learn why you can't simply adhere new concrete to old concrete. Get tips on checking out Quikrete.com for instructions and products that will help you resurface damaged concrete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to resurface a concrete porch. Learn why you can't simply adhere new concrete to old concrete. Get tips on checking out Quikrete.com for instructions and products that will help you resurface damaged concrete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you're having problems with water pooling on your garage floor, one option is to use a concrete resurfacer from Quikrete to add a slope to the floor so water runs off it. It's a DIY project if you are handy. Another option is to try tiles on top of your garage floor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to repair cracks and extend a concrete driveway. Get tips on using a Quikrete concrete repair product for the cracks, and learn why you should hire a mason for the driveway extension rather than trying to do it yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to repair cracks and extend a concrete driveway. Get tips on using a Quikrete concrete repair product for the cracks, and learn why you should hire a mason for the driveway extension rather than trying to do it yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to repair hairline cracks in a concrete driveway. Get tips on using a product specifically designed for the job, such as QUIKRETE's Concrete Repair product. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to repair hairline cracks in a concrete driveway. Get tips on using a product specifically designed for the job, such as QUIKRETE's Concrete Repair product. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to repair a concrete floor that is wearing away and becoming powdery. Get tips on using a concrete resurfacing product, such as one from Quikrete, and following the directions to apply it properly. Learn why power washing is not a good Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to fill cracks in a concrete driveway so they don't spread and get worse. Get tips on using a caulk-like product from QUIKRETE for the job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to repair cracks in a concrete basement wall. Learn why you should use a product specifically made for crack repair, such as one made by Quikrete, because they are flexible and designed to stick to the concrete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If your garage floor is covered in stains and acid spills, find out how to clean it and then apply a coating that will protect the floor. Get tips on using a two-step garage floor epoxy coating system from Quikrete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If your garage floor is covered in stains and acid spills, find out how to clean it and then apply a coating that will protect the floor. Get tips on using a two-step garage floor epoxy coating system from Quikrete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to repair a concrete floor that is wearing away and becoming powdery. Get tips on using a concrete resurfacing product, such as one from Quikrete, and following the directions to apply it properly. Learn why power washing is not a good Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to repair cracks in a concrete basement wall. Learn why you should use a product specifically made for crack repair, such as one made by Quikrete, because they are flexible and designed to stick to the concrete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to fill cracks in a concrete driveway so they don't spread and get worse. Get tips on using a caulk-like product from QUIKRETE for the job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to repair a concrete garage floor damaged by salt. Get tips on resurfacing and using an epoxy patching compound. Look for products from Quikrete or Abatron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to repair a concrete garage floor damaged by salt. Get tips on resurfacing and using an epoxy patching compound. Look for products from Quikrete or Abatron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to fix a brick walkway paver that has come loose. Get tips on using Quikrete and Joint-Lock to solve the problem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out how to fix a brick walkway paver that has come loose. Get tips on using Quikrete and Joint-Lock to solve the problem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out about QUIKRETE, an epoxy garage floor kit that is used to seal a concrete garage floor. Get tips on how to get the floor ready for QUIKRETE, and where the product can be found. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out about QUIKRETE, an epoxy garage floor kit that is used to seal a concrete garage floor. Get tips on how to get the floor ready for QUIKRETE, and where the product can be found. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to fix loose bricks on stairs.  Find out how to purchase a Quikrete product that bonds brick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to fix loose bricks on stairs.  Find out how to purchase a Quikrete product that bonds brick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to clean and paint a garage floor.  Find out how to use a Quikrete kit to paint your garage floor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to clean and paint a garage floor.  Find out how to use a Quikrete kit to paint your garage floor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to prevent weed growth between pavers.  Find out how a Quikrete product called PowerLoc jointing sand will keep weeds from growing between your pavers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how to prevent weed growth between pavers.  Find out how a Quikrete product called PowerLoc jointing sand will keep weeds from growing between your pavers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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