Fix It 101

This episode is about the concept of Universal Design. As more people are “aging in place”, is your home ready for a few modifications? We will have all the tips and little fixes you can do to bring your home into the Universal Design model. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Faucet leaking? Pipes clogged? Does you toilet burp when you drain the tub? Our in- house contractors take your calls and give some great DIY plumbing advice. Our guest David Raye Sayles from D Rayes Plumbing, Heating, and A/C is back sharing his expertise. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This morning we want to make sure your feet are on solid ground. If you think your floor needs an upgrade, then let us help. Ready to rip up that carpet? Want to refurbish your hardwood? Or maybe a smooth concrete floor is for you? James Griffin from Griffin Concrete Contractors joins the table and talks everything concrete. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today we keep all the work inside the house and out of the elements. Jeff Salmons rejoins Jason and Del to help with callers indoor projects. Everything is discussed from hot water heaters, interior doors, and what to expect when dealing with a contractor for a small job. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What’s Up? – This morning it’s all about the most important yet least thought of part of the house. The roof! It’s time to talk about your roof. Besides having a leak, how do you know if you have roof damage? How much should a new roof cost? And how long does the job take? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Are you tired of looking at those old cabinets and counter tops and fixtures around the house? Well this morning we’re going to talk about remodeling your home. Which room do people choose to remodel the most? How hard is it to redo cabinets and drawers and floors? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This morning we are tearing the walls down and building them back up. Is there a wall in your home you need to tear down to expand a room? Or maybe you need to put up a new wall to divide a room? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s an open topic show so we’re taking all of your questions. Also we are going to talk about the worst home improvement jobs you can do that aren’t worth the money it takes to get them done. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The holidays are in full swing! Which means it’s time to decorate the house! But you have to be careful when you’re hanging up those lights. How many strands of lights is safe to connect? What type of extension cords and power strips should we use? And how do you know your lights are safe for bad weather? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s time to go shopping for the Mr. or Mrs. Fix It on your holiday list. But what do you get them? How do you know what tools they have already? How do you know what they need without asking them? Well we’ve got some suggestions for you. It’s also an open topic show so feel free to ask about the problems in your home. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s time to go back to basics on today’s show and address some of those little fixes you can do before the holidays. Do you have some cupboards cabinets that won’t shut? Are your screens on your doors or windows ripped or rusty? Do your gutters turn into waterfalls when it rains? Or maybe the finish has faded from your fence? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This morning it’s time we had a talk about your floors! Trying to get some new flooring down before the holidays? Ready to rip up that carpet? What tools will you need to do that? Are we going with hardwood or tile? And how do I clean my new floors without causing damage? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We all know they are not making these appliances the way they used to. So let’s talk about which appliance is giving you the most trouble this time. Is your washer stopping in the middle of the cycle? Is your dishwasher leaking? How’s the ice machine in your freezer holding up? Timmy McLenden of AC Remedies joins us. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today it’s time we give our homes a break and show some attention to our cars and trucks. What can we do to prepare our vehicles for the winter? How does the cold weather affect the car battery? How do you know what grade of oil to use when the temperature drops? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today’s show the goal is to help you feel safer at home. We want to talk about security. Could your front door use a few extra locks? How’s the lighting around your home? Any dark spots? What about the locks on your windows? We’ll cover it all today. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As the temperature begins to fall, finally, you might want to think about your chimney maintenance before it’s time to light the fire. How long has it been since it’s been cleaned out? How do you know if you have animals living in your chimney? And which is better to have, a wood or gas burning fireplace? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today’s show we are talking about making insurance claims on home repairs. Do you know what type of home repairs your insurance covers? Why does your insurance company have to approve who it is that works on your home? Should you let the contractor talk directly to the insurance company when you need work done? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The temperature will be dropping soon. So today we’re talking about how to properly put the lawn tools away. What maintenance should we do to the lawnmower to make sure it’ll be ok until the spring? Is it necessary to drain the fuel? What about your grass trimmers and weed eaters? And what’s the proper way to clean and store your rakes, shovels, and hedge clippers? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We plan to shed some light on today’s show. We’re talking about your lighting, indoors and outdoors. What are the best bulbs for the lighting around your house? What outdoor fixtures are best for the weather? What about dimmer switches and bulbs for inside your home? What are the best lights and bulbs to be around water like for your kitchen and bathroom? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today we give you the floor on our open topic show. But we have some ideas or suggestions for the season change as well. Is the paint starting to peel outside your home? When’s the last time you caulked the windows? Is this a good time of year to clean and do maintenance to your yard equipment? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.