Should You Talk to Your Plants? + Barbara Kingsolver’s Farmhouse + DIY Reality Checks

Should you be talking to your houseplants? Plant stylist Hilton Carter explains why forming a relationship with your plants might actually help you become a better plant parent. Then, Barbara Kingsolver takes us inside her 120-year-old Appalachian farmhouse, where generations of stories are embedded in everything from the kitchen cabinets to the handmade stone porch. Plus, we uncover the surprising history of the burglar alarm, from ancient Roman guard geese to the Queen's nurse. And general contractor Zack Dettmore explains how to know when a DIY project is worth tackling yourself and when it’s time to call in a pro.In This Episode You’ll Learn:* How to troubleshoot a shower with stubbornly low water pressure, even after replacing the showerhead and cartridge.* What to do when the built-in box gutters on an 1880s home begin to fail.* Why marble floor tiles might suddenly crack and lift near an exterior patio.All of this, plus we’re answering your home improvement questions at 877-864-7460.