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HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini

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The HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini Podcast from 720 WGN

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Chicago, IL

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The HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini Podcast from 720 WGN

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English

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Episodes
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HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 04.18.26

4/18/2026
It’s Lou’s Home & Garden Show! Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

Duration:02:05:44

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Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: Time to upgrade with Gilkey Windows & Doors

4/18/2026
Matt Heabel, GM of Gilkey Chicago Gilkey Windows & Doors, joined HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to share why now is the perfect time to upgrade your windows and doors for seamless indoor-outdoor living. For almost 50 years, this family-owned business has delivered superior fiberglass and vinyl windows and patio doors. He also highlights their new security […]

Duration:00:08:50

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Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: Make your home more efficient with Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC

4/18/2026
Anthony Belokas, Regional Sales Manager for Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC, joined HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to showcase the latest innovations in home comfort—designed to be smarter, quieter, and more seamless than ever. Enjoy your backyard without the disruption of a loud, clunky AC unit. For more information, visit getacomfyhome.com.

Duration:00:10:40

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Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: A Garden Guy Landscaping

4/18/2026
Matthew Mlynski, with A Garden Guy Landscaping, joined HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to explore how today’s homeowners are reimagining their spaces with complete design-build projects—from custom patios and pergolas to fully equipped outdoor kitchens, fire features, and immersive audio/video setups. Discover the latest trends, innovative technology, and what’s now possible when creating a seamless, […]

Duration:00:06:02

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Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: Protect your home with the MegaPros Preventative Maintenance Plan

4/18/2026
Jeremy Hogel of MegaPros joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about the importance of regular preventative home maintenance. Home repairs can be expensive, especially if issues go unnoticed or unresolved for too long. Sometimes a $10 tube of caulk can save you thousands of dollars down the road. To sign up for the MegaPros Preventative […]

Duration:00:08:40

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Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: Integrity Concrete Coatings

4/18/2026
Teagan Overhaug from Integrity Concrete Coatings joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about why durable Concrete Coatings for garages and patios are one of the hottest trends in home improvement. To schedule a free estimate, visit integrityconcretecoatings.com and mention WGN Radio for $200 off your installation.

Duration:00:07:05

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Lou’s To Do List: Rodents, portable A/Cs, and more

4/16/2026
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.

Duration:00:08:50

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Lou Manfredini: Time to stain your exterior deck

4/13/2026
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 why now is the perfect time for exterior deck staining. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.

Duration:00:10:17

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HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 04.11.26

4/11/2026
Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

Duration:02:03:54

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New To Lou Too: The Original Super Glue Total Tech

4/11/2026
This week’s New to Lou Too spotlights the Original Super Glue Total Tech! A heavy-duty construction adhesive and sealant in one. It’s all-purpose, works on virtually any material, and delivers a strong, instant bond in any weather. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

Duration:00:01:19

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Lou’s To Do List: Steam cleaners, vinyl siding, and more

4/9/2026
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.

Duration:00:06:42

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Lou Manfredini: Periodically check for leaks in your home

4/6/2026
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 why it’s important to periodically check for leaks in your home. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.

Duration:00:11:14

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HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 04.04.26

4/4/2026
Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

Duration:02:04:22

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Perma-Seal can protect your home from Spring water penetration

4/4/2026
Roy Spencer, CEO and Founder of Perma-Seal, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about the many ways water can penetrate your home this spring and the signs to look out for. To schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with Perma-Seal, call 800-421-7325 or schedule online at permaseal.net/lou.

Duration:00:14:59

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New To Lou Too: MitoGrow’s ‘It’s Not Dead Yet’

4/4/2026
This week’s New to Lou Too features MitoGrow’s It’s Not Dead Yet plant supplement! A non-fertilizer plant biostimulant that helps revive stressed or dormant plants by accelerating root development and reducing stress. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

Duration:00:01:49

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Lou’s To Do List: Ant removal, toilets, and more

4/3/2026
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.

Duration:00:08:31

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Lou Manfredini: Fertilize your evergreens with slow release spikes

3/30/2026
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 that now is the time to fertilize your evergreens with slow release spikes. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.

Duration:00:11:18

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HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 03.28.26

3/28/2026
Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

Duration:02:04:48

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New To Lou Too: QuickPATCH

3/28/2026
This week’s New to Lou Too features the QuickPATCH! A self-adhesive, galvanized steel patch designed for fast, durable roofing repairs, including sealing holes or leaks. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

Duration:00:01:44

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Lou’s To Do List: Pests, boilers, tubs, and more

3/26/2026
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.

Duration:00:07:39