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Fix It 101

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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MPB Think Radio

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fixit101.mpbonline.org

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Man Cave & Bathroom Refresh 29.08.2018

The man cave is a great place to entertain but your bathroom is one place that gets a lot of action. Let's take a look at your entertainment space and add some DIY touches. Also now is a great time to refresh your bathroom before all the fall guest. The handyman hangout is ready to help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Positive Connections 22.08.2018

Today in the handyman hangout everything is electrical. Hank Perot from Houseworks Electrical Services joins the show and answers your home electrical questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A/C and Appliances 15.08.2018

Today on the program we get a quick visit from Timmy McClendon with A/C Remedies and try to get Jason's ice maker to work. Also, the handyman hangout gives tips for longer lasting appliances and talks air conditioner maintenance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

August Maintenance List 08.08.2018

The handyman hangout is checking off their August maintenance list and have a surprising conversation about restoring antique furniture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Summer Fixes 02.08.2018

The handyman hangout is full of timely advice as we approach the end of summer. Jason, Del, and Jeff answer questions about mold, load-bearing walls, and if a spiral staircase is a good idea. Also, the question of flat head vs Philips makes its way into the conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aging In Place 25.07.2018

Universal Design is changing the way many aging individuals are staying in their homes and living full lives. With a few modifications, any home can become more accessible to those with physical limitations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Smart Home 19.07.2018

In 2018 having a smart device in your home is easier (and more affordable) than easier. The handyman hangout gives out tips about updating your home and answers your questions about various summer projects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deck Cleaning and Summer Projects 11.07.2018

Del and Jason are in the handyman hangout answering questions about your summer projects and sharing tips about keeping your outdoor space ready for entertaining. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Summer Heat and the Ceiling Fan 27.06.2018

With heat advisories being issued every day, staying cool during your home improvement projects is a major priority. Today the handyman hangout is full of advice to help stay cool while working and once again ask the age-old question: Which way does the ceiling fan spin during the summer? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Summer Heat 20.06.2018

This summer you probably want to use more than your ceiling fan to keep cool. Our friend, Timmy McClendon from A/C Remedies is here for your a/c and appliance questions. And you know we can not have an appliance show without the customary ice maker questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Road Trip Ready 13.06.2018

It's time to pop the hood and do a little car maintenance. Our resident mechanic, Allison Walker is ready to help make sure your car is road trip ready and your a/c is blowing cold. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are you working on? 06.06.2018

Home improvement and little fixes don't take summers off and we don't either. Today is an open topic episode and the handyman hangout is full of advice about everything from leaky faucets to repairing floors. Also, Jason gets advice from some listeners about his chomp happy puppy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Women in Construction 30.05.2018

The Moore Community House Women in Construction Program is helping meet the industry's demand for a trained workforce. Program director, Julie Kuklinski and Simone Agee join the handyman hangout and talk about the success of the Biloxi based program. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Summer Maintenance & Fire Safety 23.05.2018

Memorial day is coming, but summer has already arrived. It's time to check off your summer maintenance checklist and brush up on your fire safety habits with the National Fire Protection Association. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tiny Houses 16.05.2018

Architect and founder of Tiny House Life Space, James Polk joins the handyman hangout to talk about the tiny house movement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who you gonna call? 02.05.2018

What type of home improvement ideas deserves a contractor? Which ones deserve a handyman? And which ones can be handled by a Youtube video and a few tools? The handyman hangout is full of tips for these and more home improvement questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Timmy is Back! 18.04.2018

The handyman hangout is busting at the seams with advice for your home improvement projects and appliances. Timmy McLendon is back from A/C Remedies and Jeff even brought a friend to join the table. Also, who knew Chrysler made air conditioners? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DIY Mistakes 11.04.2018

Everybody makes mistakes, but sometimes it includes a nail gun and a trip to the clinic. Today we talk about these mistakes and how to avoid them during your next DIY project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Garage Converson 04.04.2018

The handyman hangout walks through the steps of converting a garage into a livable space. Also, they lend advice about putting up a new fence and other home improvement projects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lawnmowers and You 2 28.03.2018

Back for another round of small engine maintenance, we have Andrew Hitchcock from Fondren Small Engine Repair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lawnmowers & You 21.03.2018

According to the calendar, spring is here so your lawnmower is about to get back to work. Andrew Hitchcock from Fondren Small Engine Repair is here to answer your questions and Jason also tells us how excited he is about the upcoming Home Show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spring is Coming 14.03.2018

The seasons are changing and your house is in need of some TLC. We answer your home improvement questions and share tips to refresh your home for spring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Home Show 2018 08.03.2018

The Home Builders Association of Jackson is gearing up for their annual Home Show and our very own Jeff Salmons is back in the builder's challenge. We talk about this year's Home Show with Kim Cole from Contractors Millwork. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Plumbing and Everything Else 28.02.2018

Fix It 101 is taking advantage of some decent weather and ready for your home improvement projects. We also have David Sayles from D Rays Plumbing to help figure out what's wrong with your pipes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Couch to Career 21.02.2018

We salute the DIY'er on Fix It 101 but today we focus on professional education with the Mississippi Home Institute. We talk with Kim Jent about how they are working to help Mississippi's contractors stay educated and hire skilled workers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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