Fix It 101

Mississippi summers are hot, but water is also wet. During this time of year the porch is still a great gathering place and also an easy portion of the house to renovate and make new. On this episode of Fix It 101 Pam, Jeff, and Jason help a caller figure out a new approach to tuning up her back porch. Also they talk about their latest projects and ways to be safe while working in the heat. Let's...

David Ray Sayles from D Ray’s Plumbing, Heating, and AC has not been to the handyman hangout in a while but is always a welcomed voice. With experience in many different areas of keeping your home running properly, he joins Pam, Jeff, and Jason to share a few laughs and help with home improvement questions. Also the debate about insulating your attic is back in the conversation. Let's work! Hosted...

Yes! 2020 is half way gone, but their are still projects on your to do list. On this episode of Fix It 101 Jeff, Pam & Jason discuss their disdain for pocket doors, when you should use latex paint, and the many uses of WD-40. Did you know it can be used to clean your child's crayon masterpiece off the wall? Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The summer is a great time to get outside and enjoy nature but not when it’s too close to your home. Bees can be an unwelcome guest so today we talk with beekeeper and bee remover Ali Pinion from DreamingtheBee.com. She will talk about how you can properly remove bees from your home and how you can build your very own hive.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

The summer solstice has officially ushered in the long days of summer and this is the perfect time to start a new project. Or at least complete the one you started during the early days of social distancing. During this episode of Fix It 101 Jason, Pam, and Jeff take on questions about microbial growth, power washing siding, and picking the right paint for your steps. Also we share the reasons you...

On this episode of Fix It 101 we are trying to save you money. The summer months can bring with it high temperatures and high energy bills. We have some tips that can help lower you bill like switching your light bulbs and learning the proper direction your ceiling fan should blow. Also we have a few home improvement projects that will let you get the kids involved. Let's work!&nbsp...

When is the last time you changed your air filter? If you have to think about it, take the next few minutes to go and look at it. Then come back and join the handyman hangout for another round of home improvement advice and DIY fixes. On this episode Jason and Pam welcome our favorite A/C technician, Timmy McClendon from A/C Remedies to talk about keeping the house cool during these famous Mississ...

Working on your home does not have to be a big task. With every third person having advice for how to approach your home improvement project, let our two experts and one jovial amateur give it a shot. Pam Pybas our expert home inspector, Jeff Salmons our expert contractor, and Jason Klein the jovial amateur are always ready to help with your project. And when the time comes, tell you to put the ha...

Fix It 101 is the place where ideas are spread and problems are solved. Or at least that's the picture we paint. Ever ready to get back in the studio Pam, Jason, & Jeff tackle what ever questions that come from our phone lines or email inbox. Today they talk about the differences between an appraiser and an inspector, debate the many uses of vinegar, and get advice from listeners about the bes...

This Weekend we celebrate Memorial Day. A time to acknowledge the men and women of the armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice. It is also the unofficial beginning to summer. So we have some hacks to make sure your grill is ready for summertime barbecue. And when is the last time your burped your grill? Also Jason, Pam, and Jeff rate some diy projects by level of difficulty. Is it more d...

Today on the show we welcome Michael Keeton from Green Home Solutions. Every day he is treating mold, odors, and other moisture issues in homes and businesses. At this moment, do you know the air quality of your home? Also what is the difference between sanitizing and disinfecting? We look at these questions and other home improvement issues throughout the show. Let's work! Hosted o...

On this episode of Fix It 101 we welcome one of our good friends of the show, Andrew Hitchcock from Fondren Small Engine. He always has great advice and tips when it comes to mowers and other small engines. Also with this being Hurricane Preparedness Week we will look into your home emergency kits. The best time to have an emergency kit is before the emergency hits. Hosted on Acast....

As always the handyman hangout is here and ready for another round of home improvement questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The coronavirus pandemic is roaring on and the home has become everyone's sanctuary. Some guidelines are being relaxed but social distancing is still the norm. So on this episode we look at the backyard and potentially your next staycation destination. Travel will be really light this summer, so we have some tips to make your backyard a great place to visit. Also we are ready f...

Most of this episode of Fix It 101 focuses on your toilet and easy fixes for those common problems. We also talk about the parts of Mississippi that recently experienced a deadly tornado outbreak. The Governor even issued a state of emergency in response to this natural disaster.  Jason, Pam, and Jeff talk about how to get relief if you were affected and the best way to choose a contractor to...

Sheltering in place is the law of the land, so let us help with your home improvement projects while you have more time at home. Jason, Pam, and Jeff are physically apart but are still ready to help you get things done. Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The uncertainty of the coronavirus pandemic has everyone practicing social distancing and working from home. Or at least it should! Jason starts the show with a plea for everyone taking their extra time to visit the home improvement stores, while Jeff and Pam share how the coronavirus has them changing the way they operate their businesses. Along with your DIY questions, we also talk about a new r...

In this episode of Fix It 101 we focus on the inside of your home. We talk about those fixes that can be done while everyone is practicing social distancing in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. In studio ( a healthy distance apart) is Jason and Pam, while Jeff helps with your home improvement questions from his mobile office/command center. Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

Poly foam concentrate lifting is the type of fix that you really have to see to believe. So today on the show we welcome J.R. Crowell from Helms Polyfoam to paint the best picture of how this procedure works and holds up over time. Everything from uneven driveways, to garage floors, and just recently helped out Pam at her home. So we talk J.R. about how they are able to do what some call a magic t...

March has arrived and the seasons are changing. At least they are suppose to. The rain is still falling and temperatures are fluctuating,but that's Mississippi weather for you. If you don't like it, just wait ten minutes. On this episode of Fix It 101 Pam, Jeff, and Jason look toward spring and proper cleaning around your home. Mold, mildew, and other things bleach should take care of. Also, with...

Today on the program we got back to the basics of home ownership 101. If there was an emergency could you locate your water shut off valve? How about the gas? Do you know how to kill the power to your entire home? We share tips to help you with this critically important information and your latest home improvement project. From shower leaks to non-flaky paint, Fix It 101 is always h...

Safewatch Security Systems has been protecting homes for over 20 years. Owner Jimmy Jones joins the show to talk the advances in technology when protecting your home and why a smart home is the right home. Also with the recent flooding in Jackson by the Pearl River the Fix It 101 crew talks about how to approach re-entering a recently flooded home and the advice on the insurance process. Let's wor...

Last week our show was overrun with stories of squirrels and other non domesticated animals making their way into the home. So today we bring in the expert, our favorite critter catcher, John Abel from Abel's Premier Pest. Not that Jeff and Jason handled their squirrel situations wrong, but John is here to set them straight. From squirrels, rats, and even bats John tells us what works and what is...

It's fair to say that squirrels should not be in the house. But today Jason and Jeff start the show with two stories about how they dealt with this critters in their attic and walls. This sets off a chain reaction of listeners telling their most horrid tales of squirrels and other creatures in their humble abode. Also Timmy McClendon from A/C Remedies joins the show to talk about the R22 refrigera...

With many DIY projects after the inspiration, you gather the materials, then get to work. But what if you need a permit? When do you know if you need a permit? Today we look at a couple fixes that you might not know need a permit and welcome Pam back to the show after a short absence. Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.