Fix It 101

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Fix It 101 (noun) - the show where experts help callers with their DIY projects. When it comes to home improvement and construction there are a whole bunch of terms and phrases that people use that the rest of us haven't heard a lot. Today, we're going to help explain some of those terms that we talk about here on the show. And as always, we are looking to help you with whatever you are working on.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: There might be a heat wave sweeping other parts of the country, but here in Mississippi we are dealing with all these spur of the moment rain showers. But don’t worry that oppressive Mississippi heat is coming. Today we will run down some summer maintenance items and share tips for keeping you cool while working in the summer sun heat. And as always, we are looking to help you with whatever you are working on.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. GUEST(S): Timmy McLendon of A/C RemediesTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: With the recent storms coming through Mississippi, a lot of people are without power and, importantly, air conditioning. Resident expert Timmy McLendon joins to diagnose your problems and discuss what you can do to help maintain your A/C systems.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. GUEST(S): Paul Pybas, Pam's fatherTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Father's Day is just around the corner, and to celebrate, we have Pam's dad, Paul Pybas on the show to talk about his experience with building and even living in log cabins.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Have you been checking off items on your summer maintenance checklist? Wood rot can ruin a deck faster than a pack of termites and be really damaging to your home. Between your home improvement calls and emails we will talk about wood rot and other home improvement checklist items that would be great to tackle this June.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: From nice weather to under the weather. The team tries to hold it together as we open the floor to answer your calls and emails about house flooding, weep holes, and not putting your electronics in water.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today, we're going to take advantage of some of this nice weather because now is a good time to be thinking about the front of the home and what everyone sees as they drive by. We also open up the floor to hear from you and discuss pool maintenance and faulty garage doors.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works, Abram Nanney.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: On today’s show we are taking a deep look at your summer projects and how you should be working in this heat. From the big to the small we are looking for your DIY questions and how you work in this heat. What are your tips for staying cool while getting the job done? Is it having a misty fan handy, or maybe you place ice cubes in your hat and keep it moving. Let us know. Also, we will talk about your summer maintenance list and energy saving tips.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. GUESTS: Andrew Hitchcock from Fondren Small Engine RepairTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Memorial Day is coming at the end of the month, and there is nothing worse than welcoming summer with an unkempt lawn. Lawncare is a must in Mississippi, and nothing is more disappointing than having a lawn mower that won't run when you need it. Andrew Hitchcock joins us today to help us discuss all this and more.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. GUESTS: Abram NanneyTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Proper energy use and energy efficiency does not have to be overly complex. From automated thermostats to energy efficient windows there are many ways to make sure your home’s energy use is under control. As the temps are slowly creeping up and that summer feel gets ready to settle in, let’s make sure all the gaps are filled and ceiling fans are rotating in the proper direction. And as always, we welcome any home questions you may haveEMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Jason Klein, and Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Open topics, proper energy use, and energy efficiency. EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Spring is the season where a lot of renovations and changes happen around the house, and we are here to help. If you don’t know where to start this season, we have an easy spring maintenance to get you started. Also, we look at best practices when it comes to handing cabinets when you need to get organized. EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We have made it to April and the unpredictability of the spring season is all among us. So, let’s work through your spring maintenance list and any other home improvement projects you have at home. Also, with Timmy from A/C Remedies here we can talk about air conditioner maintenance before the high temps set in.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: The MSBOC or Mississippi State Board of Contractors is responsible for regulating and licensing contractors here in the state of Mississippi. Joining us today is Executive Director of the MSBOC, Jennifer Lee to talk about the importance of hiring a licensed contractor, especially after a natural disaster. Also today we are looking for your home improvement questions and will look over your April home maintenance list.  EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOST(S): Jason Klein, and and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Anytime hiring a contractor can be quite an undertaking. And when dealing with the aftereffects of a storm, hiring the right person saves time and money. With the recent tornadoes we will talk about recovery and the role your insurance plays after a major disaster. Today we welcome to the show The MS Insurance Commissioner, Mike Chaney to talk about protecting your self when hiring a contractor, especially in a time of need. And as always, we will help with your latest home improvement projects.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.