Fix It 101

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....

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...

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 informatio...

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 informati...

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 informa...

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.

Minor problems can quickly become big situations when it comes to home maintenance. We look at those fixes that could prevent big issues down the road. Also, we will show you how to ditch your cell phone charger by installing wall sockets with USB ports. Time to work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today in the handyman hangout Jason, Del, and Jeff answer questions about every corner of the house. Is it okay to add a new story to a garage? Why LED lights? How often should have my house checked for termites? And these are just a few of the questions thrown at the guys today. Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When it comes to many home improvement projects there is a fine line between going DIY and hiring a pro. But how do you know when its time to put down the hammer and pick up the phone? Today we talk about some of the top home improvement regrets (so you don't repeat them) and answer your home improvement questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2019, new year's resolutions are for more than just a new gym membership. How about a new year's resolution for your home. Want your house to lose some weight? Well, lets cut your energy use. Its time for a new year, new house feeling for 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new toolbox is a great gift for any handyperson in your life. But how about a new heater for the workshop? Or a new pair of work coveralls? The handyman hangout looks at some good gifts any shop rat would love and answers your home improvement questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the year comes to an end, Fix It 101 looks back at 2018 and the home improvements you made to your home. Also, the garbage disposal makes its way into the program for the second week in a row. We even give a step by step guide for proper disposal removal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the Fixit 101 crew looks toward Christmas, Timmy McLendon from A/C Remedies joins the show to help with our appliance and heating questions. Also, we get tips about holiday electrical safety from the Electrical Safety Foundation International. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The cold weather is creeping back to the state, just in time for the holidays. So the guys are talking about making sure your fireplace is ready for that first fire and also looking to protect your pipes from the bitter winter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

November brings the holidays, colder temperatures, and more visitors to your bathroom. Today we get your home ready for the influx of visitors and pay some special attention to your bathroom. From leaks, tile, grout, and the wobbly toilet we make sure your bathroom is ready for the holiday traffic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every fix does not always go as planned and today's show starts with two repair stories that are sure to make your wallet cringe in fear. Also later the debate between gas and propane makes another appearance on the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We welcome back to the handyman hangout Andrew Hitchcock, from Fondren Small Engine Repair. He talks about how to prepare your mower for winter and ways to keep it running in tip-top shape. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The fall season brings a new set of home maintenance worries and the handyman hangout wants to ease those worries with advice about your home improvement projects. Also, a listener in need of fire ant removal encourages lots of different methods to get rid of these nuisance insects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The handyman hangout is always full of home improvement advice and today is no exception. On this episode, we add real estate appraiser Wyatt Roberts into the conversation as he tells us how he places a proper value on properties. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Its the last week in Septemeber and fall season is here. Let's take some time to tackle the little fixes before they become major projects. Also today in the handyman hangout we share tips on unclogging drains and keeping your tools rust free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today in the handyman hangout we welcome Shane McLendon from Shane McLendon Builders, LLC. back to the show. We talk about home remodels, ductless a/c units, and take you step by step through a drywall repair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fixit 101 welcomes, for the last time, Allison Walker. Known as the Lady Auto Mechanic, Allison now has her own show, AutoCorrect. The handyman hangout is losing a member but not before one last fix. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many natural disasters leave little time to properly prepare, so it's best to already have a plan. Today in the handyman hangout we discuss tips for hiring a contractor after a storm, important documents you should have, and DIY ways to inspect your home for storm damage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.