HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini https://wgnradio.com en-US (c) WGN Radio, All Rights Reserved The HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini full-length podcast from 720 WGN Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:07:42 +0000 hourly 1 wgnradio.com no HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini on 720 WGN Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini on 720 WGN Chicago dmarzullo@tribune.comwgnradio.com Lou’s To-Do List: Back-up generators, DC current homes, and more! Lou’s To-Do List: Back-up generators, DC current homes, and more! 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3068682 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:07:41 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: CorkLift Wine Opener New To Lou Too: CorkLift Wine Opener This week’s New to Lou Too features the CorkLift Wine Opener! An innovative tool designed to effortlessly remove both natural and synthetic corks with a smooth vertical pull—no twisting required. Its sleek, ergonomic design helps prevent cork breakage and keeps cork dust out of your wine, making every bottle opening cleaner, easier, and more enjoyable. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3054188 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:42:58 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)This week’s New to Lou Too features the CorkLift Wine Opener! An innovative tool designed to effortlessly remove both natural and synthetic corks with a smooth vertical pull—no twisting required. Its sleek, ergonomic design helps prevent cork breakage and keeps cork dust out of your wine, making every bottle opening cleaner, easier, and more enjoyable. […]wgnradio.comThis week’s New to Lou Too features the CorkLift Wine Opener! An innovative tool designed to effortlessly remove both natural and synthetic corks with a smooth vertical pull—no twisting required. Its sleek, ergonomic design helps prevent cork breakage and keeps cork dust out of your wine, making every bottle opening cleaner, easier, and more enjoyable. […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | Lou on the Lake: Live from Lake Geneva | 06.06.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | Lou on the Lake: Live from Lake Geneva | 06.06.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It, is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more LIVE from Pier 290 in Williams Bay, WI.

Lou and producer Lindsey Smithwick were joined by Visit Lake Geneva President/CEO Stephanie Klett and Gage Marine (Lake Geneva Cruise Line/Pier 290) owner Bill Gage on the show, and were surrounded by several longtime WGN Radio listeners! Swipe through the photos below to see it all as you listen!

  • Lou, Lindsey and all the fabulous listeners that joined us at Pier 290 in Williams Bay. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • What a backdrop for a remote broadcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Lindsey and Lou getting ready for their broadcast bright and early from Pier 290.
  • Lou meeting a longtime listener at the Pier 290 broadcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • More like, “Lou Man-of-the-people”, am I right? Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • HouseSmarts Radio on the Lake! Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Producer Lindsey Smithwick in action! Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Taking calls and questions from the crowd at Pier 290! Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Visit Lake Geneva Prsident/CEO Stephanie Klett joins the show! Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • We would subscribe to this podcast, if Lou Manfredini and Stephanie Klett did one. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Lou Manfredini live from Pier 290 in Lake Geneva.
  • Gage Marine (Lake Geneva Cruise Line and Pier 290) owner Bill Gage joining Lou and Lindsey. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Lou and Bill Gage after learning all about his family’s business. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Lou Manfredini chatting with a WGN Radio Listener at Pier 290.
  • We had a blast at Pier 290 and we hope everyone that joined us did too. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3064111 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 17:51:58 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It, is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more LIVE from Pier 290 in Williams Bay, WI. Lou and producer Lindsey Smithwick were joined by Visit Lake Geneva President/CEO Stephanie Klett and Gage Marine (Lake Geneva Cruise Line/Pier 290) owner Bill Gage on the show, and […]wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It, is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more LIVE from Pier 290 in Williams Bay, WI. Lou and producer Lindsey Smithwick were joined by Visit Lake Geneva President/CEO Stephanie Klett and Gage Marine (Lake Geneva Cruise Line/Pier 290) owner Bill Gage on the show, and […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Wendy Snyder filling in for Lou Manfredini | 05.30.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Wendy Snyder filling in for Lou Manfredini | 05.30.26 Wendy Snyder fills in for Lou Manfredini this week. Wendy and the team of experts provide valuable advice for homeowners, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3057811 Sat, 30 May 2026 15:34:15 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Wendy Snyder fills in for Lou Manfredini this week. Wendy and the team of experts provide valuable advice for homeowners, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comWendy Snyder fills in for Lou Manfredini this week. Wendy and the team of experts provide valuable advice for homeowners, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To-Do List: Mold dots in the bathroom, smoke alarms, and more! Lou’s To-Do List: Mold dots in the bathroom, smoke alarms, and more! 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3056153 Thu, 28 May 2026 21:41:02 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 05.23.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 05.23.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3048302 Sat, 23 May 2026 16:50:19 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: Pull Start Fire Grill New To Lou Too: Pull Start Fire Grill This week’s New to Lou Too features the Pull Start Fire Grill! Fire up your grill or campfire in seconds with this easy, single-use disposable grill. No matches, no lighter fluid, no hassle — just pull and go! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3048321 Sat, 23 May 2026 15:31:35 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)This week’s New to Lou Too features the Pull Start Fire Grill! Fire up your grill or campfire in seconds with this easy, single-use disposable grill. No matches, no lighter fluid, no hassle — just pull and go! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.wgnradio.comThis week’s New to Lou Too features the Pull Start Fire Grill! Fire up your grill or campfire in seconds with this easy, single-use disposable grill. No matches, no lighter fluid, no hassle — just pull and go! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 05.16.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 05.16.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3046066 Sun, 17 May 2026 00:05:40 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To-Do List: Microwaves, toilets, and more Lou’s To-Do List: Microwaves, toilets, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3044372 Thu, 14 May 2026 20:50:23 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: Get your outdoor spaces ready for summer Lou Manfredini: Get your outdoor spaces ready for summer The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to recap his Mother’s Day weekend and share timely tips for getting your outdoor spaces ready for summer including how to battle ant invasions with safer sprays and baits, and why communication and quality materials matter most when you’re building a new home.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2896133 Mon, 11 May 2026 20:39:11 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to recap his Mother’s Day weekend and share timely tips for getting your outdoor spaces ready for summer including how to battle ant invasions with safer sprays and baits, and why communication and quality materials matter most when you’re building a new home.wgnradio.comThe great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to recap his Mother’s Day weekend and share timely tips for getting your outdoor spaces ready for summer including how to battle ant invasions with safer sprays and baits, and why communication and quality materials matter most when you’re building a new home.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 05.09.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 05.09.26 It’s Lou Manfredini’s Outdoor Oasis Show, and Mr. Fix-It is back with expert advice for homeowners, plus special guests from Erdmann Outdoor Living, LightQuest Outdoor Illumination, Deck Tech, A-Guy Heating & Air, and sharing ideas and inspiration for your home and outdoor spaces!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2886703 Sat, 09 May 2026 19:06:30 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)It’s Lou Manfredini’s Outdoor Oasis Show, and Mr. Fix-It is back with expert advice for homeowners, plus special guests from Erdmann Outdoor Living, LightQuest Outdoor Illumination, Deck Tech, A-Guy Heating & Air, and sharing ideas and inspiration for your home and outdoor spaces!wgnradio.comIt’s Lou Manfredini’s Outdoor Oasis Show, and Mr. Fix-It is back with expert advice for homeowners, plus special guests from Erdmann Outdoor Living, LightQuest Outdoor Illumination, Deck Tech, A-Guy Heating & Air, and sharing ideas and inspiration for your home and outdoor spaces!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s Outdoor Oasis Show: Deck Tech is more than just staining wood Lou’s Outdoor Oasis Show: Deck Tech is more than just staining wood Deck Tech founder Bill Mologousis joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about why proper deck restoration is about much more than just staining wood. Celebrating 36 years in business, Bill explains how Deck Tech’s detailed preparation process, professional-grade products, and commitment to training help homeowners protect and preserve their decks for years to come. For more information or to request a quote, visit restoreyourdeck.com or call 1-800-956-DECK.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2890444 Sat, 09 May 2026 19:05:48 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Deck Tech founder Bill Mologousis joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about why proper deck restoration is about much more than just staining wood. Celebrating 36 years in business, Bill explains how Deck Tech’s detailed preparation process, professional-grade products, and commitment to training help homeowners protect and preserve their decks for years to come. For more […]wgnradio.comDeck Tech founder Bill Mologousis joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about why proper deck restoration is about much more than just staining wood. Celebrating 36 years in business, Bill explains how Deck Tech’s detailed preparation process, professional-grade products, and commitment to training help homeowners protect and preserve their decks for years to come. For more […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s Outdoor Oasis Show: Learn why everyone recommends A-Guy Heating & Air Lou’s Outdoor Oasis Show: Learn why everyone recommends A-Guy Heating & Air Paul Bojko, with A-Guy Heating & Air, joined HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to discuss why so many homeowners trust their local veteran and family-owned company, which specializes in Mitsubishi Electric mini-split systems, the world’s leading mini-split brand. For more information, call or text (708) 480-2921 or visit a-guy.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2890442 Sat, 09 May 2026 15:18:47 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Paul Bojko, with A-Guy Heating & Air, joined HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to discuss why so many homeowners trust their local veteran and family-owned company, which specializes in Mitsubishi Electric mini-split systems, the world’s leading mini-split brand. For more information, call or text (708) 480-2921 or visit a-guy.com.wgnradio.comPaul Bojko, with A-Guy Heating & Air, joined HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to discuss why so many homeowners trust their local veteran and family-owned company, which specializes in Mitsubishi Electric mini-split systems, the world’s leading mini-split brand. For more information, call or text (708) 480-2921 or visit a-guy.com.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s Outdoor Oasis Show: Add value and safety with LightQuest Outdoor Illumination Lou’s Outdoor Oasis Show: Add value and safety with LightQuest Outdoor Illumination Mike Long, owner of LightQuest Outdoor Illumination and Certified Landscape Lighting Designer, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about why professional outdoor lighting can be one of the most cost-effective ways homeowners can add value, curb appeal, and safety to their home.

To schedule a free consultation with LightQuest Outdoor Illumination, visit calllightquest.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2890440 Sat, 09 May 2026 15:15:49 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Mike Long, owner of LightQuest Outdoor Illumination and Certified Landscape Lighting Designer, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about why professional outdoor lighting can be one of the most cost-effective ways homeowners can add value, curb appeal, and safety to their home. To schedule a free consultation with LightQuest Outdoor Illumination, visit calllightquest.com.wgnradio.comMike Long, owner of LightQuest Outdoor Illumination and Certified Landscape Lighting Designer, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to talk about why professional outdoor lighting can be one of the most cost-effective ways homeowners can add value, curb appeal, and safety to their home. To schedule a free consultation with LightQuest Outdoor Illumination, visit calllightquest.com.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s Outdoor Oasis Show: Let Erdmann Outdoor Living transform your outdoor living space Lou’s Outdoor Oasis Show: Let Erdmann Outdoor Living transform your outdoor living space Kyle Erdmann, from Erdmann Outdoor Living, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to discuss why the best outdoor spaces combine beauty with everyday functionality. Kyle highlights StruXure’s innovative pergola systems, designed to withstand every climate while transforming patios and backyards into comfortable extensions of the home.

Right now, Erdmann Outdoor Living is offering WGN listeners 10% off their project plus three years of no interest financing — just mention WGN Radio when scheduling your free design consultation. Click here: erdmannoutdoorliving.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2890436 Sat, 09 May 2026 15:14:07 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Kyle Erdmann, from Erdmann Outdoor Living, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to discuss why the best outdoor spaces combine beauty with everyday functionality. Kyle highlights StruXure’s innovative pergola systems, designed to withstand every climate while transforming patios and backyards into comfortable extensions of the home. Right now, Erdmann Outdoor Living is offering WGN listeners 10% off […]wgnradio.comKyle Erdmann, from Erdmann Outdoor Living, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to discuss why the best outdoor spaces combine beauty with everyday functionality. Kyle highlights StruXure’s innovative pergola systems, designed to withstand every climate while transforming patios and backyards into comfortable extensions of the home. Right now, Erdmann Outdoor Living is offering WGN listeners 10% off […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Roofing, siding, and more Lou’s To Do List: Roofing, siding, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2889810 Thu, 07 May 2026 21:07:15 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: How to prep your garden for planting Lou Manfredini: How to prep your garden for planting The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. With planting season getting underway, Lou offers some helpful tips to prep your garden.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2848728 Mon, 04 May 2026 19:51:36 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. With planting season getting underway, Lou offers some helpful tips to prep your garden. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.wgnradio.comThe great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. With planting season getting underway, Lou offers some helpful tips to prep your garden. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 05.02.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 05.02.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2881316 Sat, 02 May 2026 19:15:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: J-B Weld Instant Weld New To Lou Too: J-B Weld Instant Weld This week’s New to Lou Too spotlights the J-B Weld Instant Weld! A fast-setting, two-part epoxy adhesive designed for quick repairs on metal, wood, glass, ceramic, and most plastics. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2881304 Sat, 02 May 2026 16:58:01 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)This week’s New to Lou Too spotlights the J-B Weld Instant Weld! A fast-setting, two-part epoxy adhesive designed for quick repairs on metal, wood, glass, ceramic, and most plastics. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.wgnradio.comThis week’s New to Lou Too spotlights the J-B Weld Instant Weld! A fast-setting, two-part epoxy adhesive designed for quick repairs on metal, wood, glass, ceramic, and most plastics. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Root removal, siding, and more Lou’s To Do List: Root removal, siding, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2883918 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:57:17 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: Get your exterior cleaning done now Lou Manfredini: Get your exterior cleaning done now The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou tells John what you should know if you are thinking about a new roof and to offer tips on the best way to tackle your exterior cleaning. And as always, Lou answers all of your home improvement questions.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2848732 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:29:54 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou tells John what you should know if you are thinking about a new roof and to offer tips on the best way to tackle your exterior cleaning. And as always, Lou answers all of […]wgnradio.comThe great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou tells John what you should know if you are thinking about a new roof and to offer tips on the best way to tackle your exterior cleaning. And as always, Lou answers all of […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 04.25.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 04.25.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2874707 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:10:48 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: Billy Bob Products New To Lou Too: Billy Bob Products This week’s New to Lou Too spotlights Billy Bob Products! Innovating products that include carpenter bee traps, as well as catch-and-release mouse traps. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2868598 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:34:19 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)This week’s New to Lou Too spotlights Billy Bob Products! Innovating products that include carpenter bee traps, as well as catch-and-release mouse traps. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.wgnradio.comThis week’s New to Lou Too spotlights Billy Bob Products! Innovating products that include carpenter bee traps, as well as catch-and-release mouse traps. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Catch basins, dehumidifiers, and more Lou’s To Do List: Catch basins, dehumidifiers, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2877226 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:31:39 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: How to make sure your sump pump is operating correctly Lou Manfredini: How to make sure your sump pump is operating correctly 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, with all of the rain we’ve been getting, now is the time to make sure your sump pump is working properly. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2857699 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:42:29 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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, with all of the rain we’ve been getting, now is the time to make sure your sump pump is working properly. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on […]wgnradio.comThe great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou says, with all of the rain we’ve been getting, now is the time to make sure your sump pump is working properly. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 04.18.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 04.18.26 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!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2868600 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:19:30 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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!wgnradio.comIt’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!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: Time to upgrade with Gilkey Windows & Doors Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: Time to upgrade with Gilkey Windows & Doors 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 patio door screen and advanced multi-point locking system—designed to give homeowners added peace of mind. All products backed by an industry-leading lifetime warranty. Call 708-229-2340 for your free in-home estimate, or visit gilkey.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2868625 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:53:29 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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 […]wgnradio.comMatt 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 […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: Make your home more efficient with Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: Make your home more efficient with Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2868629 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:52:59 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comAnthony 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: A Garden Guy Landscaping Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: A Garden Guy Landscaping 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, high-end outdoor experience built for both relaxation and entertainment. For more information, visit agardenguylandscaping.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2868628 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:49:54 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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, […]wgnradio.comMatthew 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, […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: Protect your home with the MegaPros Preventative Maintenance Plan Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: Protect your home with the MegaPros Preventative Maintenance Plan 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 Maintenance Plan, call 847-658-8989 or visit megapros.com/preventative-maintenance-2/.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2868632 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:48:43 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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 […]wgnradio.comJeremy 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 […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: Integrity Concrete Coatings Lou Manfredini’s Home & Garden Show: Integrity Concrete Coatings 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2870921 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:48:14 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comTeagan 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Rodents, portable A/Cs, and more Lou’s To Do List: Rodents, portable A/Cs, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2870880 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:09:43 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: Time to stain your exterior deck Lou Manfredini: Time to stain your exterior deck 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2801342 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:47:14 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comThe 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 04.11.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 04.11.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2862357 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:52:19 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: The Original Super Glue Total Tech New To Lou Too: The Original Super Glue Total Tech 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2862355 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:49:06 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comThis 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Steam cleaners, vinyl siding, and more Lou’s To Do List: Steam cleaners, vinyl siding, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2864769 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:02:03 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: Periodically check for leaks in your home Lou Manfredini: Periodically check for leaks in your home 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2857702 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:35:10 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comThe 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 04.04.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 04.04.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2856129 Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:16:11 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Perma-Seal can protect your home from Spring water penetration Perma-Seal can protect your home from Spring water penetration 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2860247 Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:32:46 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comRoy 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: MitoGrow’s ‘It’s Not Dead Yet’ New To Lou Too: MitoGrow’s ‘It’s Not Dead Yet’ 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2856121 Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:17:15 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comThis 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Ant removal, toilets, and more Lou’s To Do List: Ant removal, toilets, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2859589 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:15:45 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: Fertilize your evergreens with slow release spikes Lou Manfredini: Fertilize your evergreens with slow release spikes 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2848735 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:42:08 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comThe 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 03.28.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 03.28.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2852249 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:03:29 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: Tips for sealing your stone counters Lou Manfredini: Tips for sealing your stone counters 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 of cleaning and sealing your stone counters. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2822354 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:46:10 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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 of cleaning and sealing your stone counters. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.wgnradio.comThe 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 of cleaning and sealing your stone counters. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 03.21.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 03.21.26 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!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2843750 Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:51:13 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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!wgnradio.comIt’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!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s Spring Cleaning Show: Lintfighters warns about the dangers lurking in lint Lou’s Spring Cleaning Show: Lintfighters warns about the dangers lurking in lint 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 Radio for $20 off!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2845845 Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:43:58 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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 […]wgnradio.comRobert 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 […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s Spring Cleaning Show: Get your Spring inspection from Lindemann Chimney Lou’s Spring Cleaning Show: Get your Spring inspection from Lindemann Chimney 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 with a professional, legitimate contractor. For a free estimate, visit wgnfireplace.com or call 847-474-1000.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2845843 Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:42:58 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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 […]wgnradio.comRob 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 […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s Spring Cleaning Show: Mold Pro Chicago finds the indicators in your home Lou’s Spring Cleaning Show: Mold Pro Chicago finds the indicators in your home 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. And these tests reveal what you cannot see, smell, or feel. To schedule a “peace of mind” mold test, visit moldprochicago.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2845841 Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:42:20 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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. […]wgnradio.comJoe 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. […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s Spring Cleaning Show: Trax Buster is a must-have for spring cleaning Lou’s Spring Cleaning Show: Trax Buster is a must-have for spring cleaning 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 for Trax Buster by name to remove stubborn salt stains from your floors and carpeting. For more info, visit nycoproducts.com/products/trax-buster/.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2845837 Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:41:39 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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 […]wgnradio.comJohn 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 […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s Spring Cleaning Show: Upgrade your floors with Floor Coverings International Lou’s Spring Cleaning Show: Upgrade your floors with Floor Coverings International 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 floorcoveringsinternational.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2845832 Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:40:59 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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 floorcoveringsinternational.com.wgnradio.comMorgan 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 floorcoveringsinternational.com.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Tub finish, removing graffiti, and more Lou’s To Do List: Tub finish, removing graffiti, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2846172 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:42:28 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: Check your home for wind damage Lou Manfredini: Check your home for wind damage 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 a professional.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2822352 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:41:59 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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 […]wgnradio.comThe 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 […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 03.14.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 03.14.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2836998 Sat, 14 Mar 2026 19:05:23 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: Brondell Swash Ecoseat Bidet New To Lou Too: Brondell Swash Ecoseat Bidet 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2836985 Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:12:04 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comThis 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Door framing, lighting, and more Lou’s To Do List: Door framing, lighting, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2839490 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:43:32 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 03.07.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 03.07.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2830094 Sat, 07 Mar 2026 17:17:59 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: ErgoCup New To Lou Too: ErgoCup 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 Channel.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2830090 Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:13:11 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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 […]wgnradio.comThis 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 […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Cracked foundation, thermostats, and more Lou’s To Do List: Cracked foundation, thermostats, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2833517 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:41:31 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lindholm Roofing has new options for your roof Lindholm Roofing has new options for your roof 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2831097 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:12:54 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comRyan 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 02.28.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 02.28.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2823699 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:49:19 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: BatPak Kit New To Lou Too: BatPak Kit 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2823705 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:53:47 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comThis 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: It’s time for some early spring pruning Lou Manfredini: It’s time for some early spring pruning 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2822345 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:51:51 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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 […]wgnradio.comThe 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 […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Dryers, circuit breakers, and more Lou’s To Do List: Dryers, circuit breakers, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2825524 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:07:30 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: How to choose the right kitchen countertops Lou Manfredini: How to choose the right kitchen countertops 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2801340 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:33:08 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comThe 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 02.21.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 02.21.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2816956 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 18:11:13 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: Hammer Fist New To Lou Too: Hammer Fist 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2816970 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:35:27 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comThis 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Concrete, washing machines, and more Lou’s To Do List: Concrete, washing machines, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2819317 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:54:28 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: Reset the devices in your home Lou Manfredini: Reset the devices in your home 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!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2777896 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:01:57 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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 […]wgnradio.comThe 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 […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 02.14.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 02.14.26 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!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2811277 Sat, 14 Feb 2026 16:59:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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!wgnradio.comLou 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!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: Solar Crystal Ball Wind Chimes New To Lou Too: Solar Crystal Ball Wind Chimes 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2811271 Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:19:13 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comThis 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do’s List: Attic fans, mini split ACs, and more Lou’s To Do’s List: Attic fans, mini split ACs, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2814485 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:42:58 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: How to know if you need more attic insulation Lou Manfredini: How to know if you need more attic insulation 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!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2777894 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:50:06 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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 […]wgnradio.comThe 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 […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 02.07.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 02.07.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2805652 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 17:53:22 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: Bissell Garage Pro Wet Dry Vac New To Lou Too: Bissell Garage Pro Wet Dry Vac 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2805650 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 17:00:30 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comThis 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Helping Jon with heating systems Lou’s To Do List: Helping Jon with heating systems 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2807124 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 02:36:57 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 01.31.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 01.31.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2799040 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 20:22:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: Emerson SmartVoice Products New To Lou Too: Emerson SmartVoice Products 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2799038 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 19:41:53 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comThis 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Winter house care Lou’s To Do List: Winter house care 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2801148 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:10:32 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 01.24.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 01.24.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2791163 Sat, 24 Jan 2026 19:48:16 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: Brick New To Lou Too: Brick 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2786153 Sat, 24 Jan 2026 17:39:45 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comThis 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Humidity is your friend this weekend Lou’s To Do List: Humidity is your friend this weekend 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2793865 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:35:37 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Wendy Snyder | 01.17.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Wendy Snyder | 01.17.26 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2788979 Sat, 17 Jan 2026 16:16:24 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comWendy 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Routers, frozen pipes, and more Lou’s To Do List: Routers, frozen pipes, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2787858 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 01:27:02 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 01.10.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 01.10.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2778772 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:42:15 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini explains new law about proper battery disposal Lou Manfredini explains new law about proper battery disposal 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2778715 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 21:01:33 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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 […]wgnradio.comThe 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 […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou’s To Do List: Bears, yard work, and more Lou’s To Do List: Bears, yard work, and more 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.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2783889 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 19:11:37 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)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.wgnradio.comLou 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.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: The BakerScraper by NexTrend New To Lou Too: The BakerScraper by NexTrend This week’s New to Lou Too feature is the BakerScraper by NexTrend! A 5-in-1 flexible kitchen tool that works as a scraper, spatula, baker’s knife, ruler, and herb stripper! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2770036 Sat, 10 Jan 2026 20:02:22 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)This week’s New to Lou Too feature is the BakerScraper by NexTrend! A 5-in-1 flexible kitchen tool that works as a scraper, spatula, baker’s knife, ruler, and herb stripper! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.wgnradio.comThis week’s New to Lou Too feature is the BakerScraper by NexTrend! A 5-in-1 flexible kitchen tool that works as a scraper, spatula, baker’s knife, ruler, and herb stripper! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 01.03.26 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 01.03.26 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2778755 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 22:38:05 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: How to properly dispose of batteries Lou Manfredini: How to properly dispose of batteries The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us what we need to know about battery disposal since the Portable and Medium-Format Battery Stewardship Act went into effect on January 1st.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2717754 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 21:05:24 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us what we need to know about battery disposal since the Portable and Medium-Format Battery Stewardship Act went into effect on January 1st. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.wgnradio.comThe great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us what we need to know about battery disposal since the Portable and Medium-Format Battery Stewardship Act went into effect on January 1st. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: Post-holidays deep cleaning tips Lou Manfredini: Post-holidays deep cleaning tips The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Now that the holidays are over, Lou gives us some deep cleaning tips to get your house back in order. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2657870 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 21:31:29 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Now that the holidays are over, Lou gives us some deep cleaning tips to get your house back in order. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday […]wgnradio.comThe great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Now that the holidays are over, Lou gives us some deep cleaning tips to get your house back in order. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday […]HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: The importance of pre-treating this winter Lou Manfredini: The importance of pre-treating this winter The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to talk about the temperature drop bringing cold weather and how pre-treating with ice melt can help keep your walkways from getting too slippery. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2773732 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 20:52:15 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to talk about the temperature drop bringing cold weather and how pre-treating with ice melt can help keep your walkways from getting too slippery. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions.wgnradio.comThe great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to talk about the temperature drop bringing cold weather and how pre-treating with ice melt can help keep your walkways from getting too slippery. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 12.27.25 HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 12.27.25 Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2772911 Sat, 27 Dec 2025 17:30:03 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: Huga Heated Cushion New To Lou Too: Huga Heated Cushion This week’s New to Lou Too feature is the Huga Heated Cushion! Durable, long-lasting, and rechargeable, these heated cushions are a game-changer in colder weather. Hand-sewn in Maine with tough, waterproof materials.! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2772890 Sat, 27 Dec 2025 16:24:12 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)This week’s New to Lou Too feature is the Huga Heated Cushion! Durable, long-lasting, and rechargeable, these heated cushions are a game-changer in colder weather. Hand-sewn in Maine with tough, waterproof materials.! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.wgnradio.comThis week’s New to Lou Too feature is the Huga Heated Cushion! Durable, long-lasting, and rechargeable, these heated cushions are a game-changer in colder weather. Hand-sewn in Maine with tough, waterproof materials.! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago Lou Manfredini: Supplies you’ll want on hand for the week of Christmas Lou Manfredini: Supplies you’ll want on hand for the week of Christmas The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us about all the supplies you’ll want to have on hand and ready to go for Christmas week . Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2770699 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:54:54 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us about all the supplies you’ll want to have on hand and ready to go for Christmas week . Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions.wgnradio.comThe great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us about all the supplies you’ll want to have on hand and ready to go for Christmas week . Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago New To Lou Too: Resparked Customizer Engraving Pen New To Lou Too: Resparked Customizer Engraving Pen This week’s New to Lou Too feature is the Resparked Customizer Engraving Pen! From wood, metal, glass, and plastic to ceramics, this pen allows you to transform any material with unique, professional designs! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2770030 Sun, 21 Dec 2025 22:23:47 +0000 false dmarzullo@tribune.com (wgnradio.com)This week’s New to Lou Too feature is the Resparked Customizer Engraving Pen! From wood, metal, glass, and plastic to ceramics, this pen allows you to transform any material with unique, professional designs! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.wgnradio.comThis week’s New to Lou Too feature is the Resparked Customizer Engraving Pen! From wood, metal, glass, and plastic to ceramics, this pen allows you to transform any material with unique, professional designs! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.HouseSmarts,Radio,House,Smarts,Mr,Fix,It,Lou,Manfredini,WGN,Radio,720,Chicago