Fix It 101

Memorial day has come and gone, so now summer is officially here. Is your air conditioner ready for it? The summers in Mississippi keep many A/C technicians busy, but we were lucky to have our resident A/C guy stop by and answer your questions. Timmy McLendon from A/C Remedies is no stranger to the program and always has great advice for your air conditioner and appliance questions. Also Del and Jeff share there dismay about a news story that taints their profession. Let's work!Discussed This Episode A/C Remedies Ameitech South Madison man arrested for stealing money from home repair customers (WLBT) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s not quite summer but the high temps are here and unlike school, home improvement does not get a summer break. So the handyman hangout serves up some tips on staying hydrated and protecting yourself while working in this Mississippi heat. Also the guys answer your home improvement questions, touching on topics from mold removal, proper uses for caulk, fluorescent light ballast, and more. Jason even shares some news about a government approved tornado shelter that you can actually build yourself. Let's work!Discussed this episode:Home Innovation Research Labs Tornado Shelter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The summer season is on the way and having a great entertaining space can make your home the ideal spot for a staycation. Everybody needs a place for relaxation, so why not the backyard. Del and Jason share some tips for making sure your deck is ready to entertain and answer your home improvement questions. Also, Jason starts the show with a story about why he has a bandage on his finger and gets "tasty" advice from a caller. Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Fixit 101 the phones lines were full of your home improvement questions. And we mean full! From the big to the small the handyman hangout was ready to help. Also, the guys shared their thoughts about an article that pointed out the aging and lack of skilled workers in the construction industry. Let's work!

April is National Safe Digging Month and 811 should always be called before the shovel hits the dirt. Robert Lesley from Atmos Energy joins the handyman hangout to talk about the importance of calling before you dig and Jeff Salmons tip of the week will have you rehanging your pictures on the wall. Let's work!

Spring maintenance is always a good time to inspect the roof, clean the gutters, and examine other aspects of the house affected by the winter and blackberry winter. Today, Jason and Del share some home spring maintenance tips and actually ponder the limits of DIY. Also, we look forward to the WTVA Home & Garden Expo in Tupelo that is happening this weekend (April 12-14).

How efficient is your home energy use? Do you think you spend too much on your energy bill? Today on the program we talk with Blake Poindexter from Seal Energy Solutions. We discuss simple ways to help with energy efficiency and saving money on your monthly bills.

In 2017 home improvement spending climbed to $424 billion and many of these projects are not flashy overhauls but minor improvements that make an impact. Today in the handyman hangout it's an open topic show and the guys answer questions from callers. During the show, Jeff, Del, and Jason answer questions about the proper permits for doing a renovation, lift gates, and more. Also, Jeff leaves us with a "costly" Fixit 101 Tip of the Day.

Replacing windows may seem like a job for a pro, but with some confidence and the right tools, it can be a DIY project for just about anybody. Jeff, Del, and Jason share their knowledge of replacing windows and answers your home improvement questions during today's session inside the handyman hangout. Let's work!

John Abel, from Abel's Premier Pest, is back in the handyman hangout giving you the tips you need to keep unwanted pest out of your home. Do you know to tell an ant from a termite? What are the ways to keep rodents out the attic? John answers these questions while Del and Jeff assist with your general home improvement projects. Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our resident plumber, David Ray Sayles, stops by the handyman hangout to give some much-needed plumbing advice.(Original Airdate: January 30, 2019) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The seasons are changing and your house needs to be ready for whatever this Mississippi weather has for it. Today Jason, Del, and Jeff are back in the handyman hangout talking with callers about drainage, mold problems, and the always fun popcorn ceiling. Also, the Fixit 101 Tip of the Day will have you finding studs in no time. Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Appliances don't last forever, but how long is that quick fix going to hold? Or is it time to upgrade? Timmy McLendon, from A/C Remedies, is here in the handyman hangout to take a look at your appliances and Del Moore has your Fixit 101 tip of the day. Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The handyman handout will help out with any part of the home but today we focus on the floors. The flooring is one of the most important aspects of any structure. Keith Sims from Ashley's Floor Ashley's Flooring and Decorating joins the show to help with your flooring needs. Also, Jeff gives us our first Fixit 101 Tip of the Week. Let's Work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spring and summer are often looked at as the right time for home improvement projects, but what about the rest of the year. The handyman hangout talks about some worthy off-season projects and answers your calls. From replacing windows to a mystery "water" handle. Time to work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.