Fix It 101

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Patton Ford from Ford Plumbing and Air.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Patton talk about plumbing vents, bathroom exhaust fans, how and when to clean pipes, and more.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, licensed contractor, ASHI certified home inspector and owner of Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior FoundationTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Todd joins Pam once again as they remember Hurricane Katrina. They talk about cleanup and repair efforts after the storm, memories from the storm and aftermath, and tips to prepare your home for a disaster.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOST: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest, interior designer Pam Rogers.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam Rogers is back once again! The Pam's talk design trends, paint sheens, wallpaper, and more!Email fixit101@mpbonline.org at any time to have your DIY questions answered on the show!If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam talks air conditioner problems, when to purchase a new A/C system, how to clean your condensate drain line, and more.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.orgIf you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest John Wilbanks from Mississippi Solar.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and John talk about how to save energy with solar power, which panels and batteries are best and where to install them, solar laws and scams, and more.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.orgIf you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guests Patton Ford and William Brannan from Ford Plumbing and Air.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam, Patton, and sewer specialist William talk stop valves, meter boxes, polybutylene pipe, scoping sewer lines, bellys in sewer lines, A/C condensation, and more.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior FoundationTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Todd talk foundation. They answer some emails and phone calls about foundation levels, crawl space ventilation, tree root damage, gutters, and more.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: The Fix It 101 email has been sending some of your questions to the junk folder, so Pam took the opportunity to answer recovered email questions about home inspecting, bathroom ventilation, sink holes, rust removal, concrobium, and more!EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.**DIY Concrobium Recipe**1 quart hot water1 tablespoon baking soda (sodium bicarbonate)2 tablespoons washing soda (sodium carbonate)2 tablespoons trisodium phosphate (TSP) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: 07-10-2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a GirlTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Air conditioning units (and all the drama that comes with 'em), wood rot, gutters, and other summer stuff.Email fixit101@mpbonline.org at any time to have your DIY questions answered on the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Patton Ford with Ford Plumbing and Air.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Patton talk scoping sewer lines, air conditioner condensate drains, leaky windows, banging pipes, and more.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior FoundationTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Todd talk about different suggestions for cooling down your home in the South and answer listener questions about insulating crawl spaces and more.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.**DIY Concrobium Recipe**1 quart hot water1 tablespoon baking soda (sodium bicarbonate)2 tablespoons washing soda (sodium carbonate)2 tablespoons trisodium phosphate (TSP) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Kurt Welch from True Roofing & Contracting, LLC.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Kurt talk about different types of roofs, roof maintenance, when to submit an insurance claim, and more.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOST: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a GirlTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today is another open topic show. Pam shares some mistakes she's made over the years as a homeowner and home inspector, and our callers chime in with their own "boo-boos."Email fixit101@mpbonline.org at any time to have your DIY questions answered on the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Crockett Ford with Ford Plumbing and Air.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Crockett break down the pros and cons of different types of water heaters on the market, which maintenance projects you can do yourself, and which ones require a professional. And listeners call in with their DIY water heater projects and tips to keep your appliances energy efficient and smelling clean.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior FoundationTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam says, "Water is the biggest enemy of the house." Pam and Todd talk about the rainfall across the state over the weekend, subsurface water, and how important drainage is to protect your foundation against damage caused by subsurface water and hydrostatic pressure.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a GirlTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam welcomes Tim White to the show to talk about electrical work and electrical classes for homeowners. What electrical problems can be solved on your own? When should you call a professional? And how can you get basic training to confidently do it yourself? Email fixit101@mpbonline.org at any time to have your DIY questions answered on the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOST: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a GirlTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It's Pam's first week as the solo host, so she takes a cold plunge into the host's chair with an open topic show.Email fixit101@mpbonline.org at any time to have your DIY questions answered on the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a GirlTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It is VOLUNTEER WEEK at MPB, so all of our local shows are trying to incorporate the theme in some way. Our guest of honor is Merrill McKewen, head honcho of the Mississippi Capitol Area branch of Habitat for Humanity.Email fixit101@mpbonline.org at any time to have your DIY questions answered on the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a GirlTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It's an open-topic palooza! Pam and Lacey talk a little bit of everything, and Lacey makes an announcement.Email fixit101@mpbonline.org at any time to have your DIY questions answered on the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a GirlTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We talk a little about curb appeal but the biggest theme of this episode ends up being how consumers get in bad situations- from faulty products to how to find a reliable contractor. Email fixit101@mpbonline.org at any time to have your DIY questions answered on the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.