Fix It 101
Summary: Do you have a leaky faucet? Would you like to put a ceiling fan in your bedroom? Or maybe you want to mount a flat screen TV to the wall? Welcome to Fix It 101!Whether it’s a plumbing problem or an electrical question, call in and find out if you can do that home repair yourself or if you need to call a professional. You may be handier than you think you are!Have a question or comment? Email the show: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Today on FixIt 101 we are all about those little hacks that make DIY and home improvement projects easier. Who knew you could use toothpicks to help with stripped screws? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The handyman hangout is full of help this episode. Our resident contractors Jeff and Del are here, along with our appliance specialist Timmy McLendon from A/C Remedies. If you have home improvement questions, we have answers. We are here to help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is 2018 the year you remodel your bathroom or kitchen? Or maybe you just want to change your wallpaper? Contractor Shane McLendon joins the program to talk remodeling and home renovations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Solar power can start off complicated but with time and guidance, you can have solar panels provide electricity to your home. Solar energy professional Patrick Hogan joins the program and gives a good breakdown of solar energy and how it can work for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The handyman hangout is full of "tool talk" today as we help you find the right tool that may be missing from your toolbox. Any DIY'er would be happy to receive any of the tools discussed under the tree on Christmas morning. From the new to the old favorites, we are talking tools that help get work done. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The handyman handout is full of holiday cheer as the Christmas lights are being hung. But we have to always be careful and we talk with the Electrical Safety Foundation International about staying safe this holiday season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
To clockwise or counter-clockwise? That is the question. When it comes to fan direction during the winter months the jury is still out. But, even in the confusion we still talk granite, windows, and a few tips to have your home winter ready. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
"Ready to be worked on", is the new way to say what you have is messed up and might be in need of some TLC. So if you have something in your home that is "ready to be worked on" tune in. Today we talk about working on the roof, repainting cabinets, working with mold and all things home improvement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The weather in Mississippi is always unpredictable and we want you to be prepared when the temps start to drop. From fireplaces to insulated roofs, we give and get some tips on how to winterize your home. Tune in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This is always more than one way to do things and some ways are just better. Today we share life hacks that will help you do things around the house just a little more efficiently. Also, the handyman hangout is full of answers to your home improvement questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our resident mechanic, Allision Walker is back in the handyman hangout talking about how to keep your automobile in top condition. From the easy fuse fixes to why rodents always chew wires in the winter, we talk problems and solutions on Fix It 101. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's time to take advantage of this cool fall weather and check your curb appeal. You may not be selling your house but your first impression speaks volumes. We also get a visit from Felder Rushing to help with your plants and lawn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Most of us are used to flipping a switch and having the lights come on. But what happens when they don't? From House Works Electrical Services we welcome Hank Perot to the handyman hangout to help with these and more of your electrical questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With the seasons changing its time for a little fall maintenance. On this open topic show, the handyman hangout is full of tips and advice about your home fixes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
John Abel from Abel's Premier Pest is in the handyman hangout talking about fall bugs and how to keep them out of your house. The guys talk about all the usual home bugs (ants, roaches, etc.) but they also dive deep into the bug John gets called about the most, bed bugs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
