Fix It 101

One of the final callers on this episode of Fix It 101 was having a problem moving his house. Yes, the entire house! He has done it once before but this time he has some new challenges and wanted to hear from Pam, Jeff, and Jason. But before that, the crew shares their takeaways from last weekend's Home Show and answers questions about yard drainage, cracked pipes, and whole-house generators. Let'...

Solar power has been in Mississippi for a while but is it right for your energy needs? To help with this question we welcome John Wilbanks from MS Solar LLC to talk about the benefits of solar power and how an initial investment can save your pockets plus help the environment. Also right before a pair of home shows in Tupelo and Jackson, we hear from the Executive Director of the Mississippi Housi...

April is National Safe Digging Month and 811 is the number you should call before you dig. There are real hazards when you dig without having your utility lines properly marked.  In this episode, we welcome Linda Waters from Atmos Energy to talk about calling before you dig and staying legal when you get ready to put the shovel in the ground. Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Mississippi weather is always unpredictable so the best way to be prepared is to stay prepared. Jason beings the show with some tips for your emergency preparedness kit as severe weather starts to threaten the area. Also, Pam and Jeff share how they approach storms at their home and answer a listener's question about fallen tree removal and insurance. Throughout the show, the crew also answers que...

Spring is the perfect time for projects around the house but first, let's tackle those nagging fixes around the house that could cost more if they go unchecked. From leaky roofs to checking building codes, and even solar panels there are many things to do this season now that the outside is back open. Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Fix It 101 Shane McClendon from ShaneTheHomeBuilder.com steps in as a guest host while Pam is out for another week. From the jump, Shane and Jeff get into some high-level contractor talk. They are talking about spec building, floor plans, overhead, etc. Yet throughout the show we bring it back down to the actual nuts and bolts as they help with a noisy metal roof, vent-a-hood li...

Pam Pybas is away for a while and stepping in this week is a very good friend of the show, Timmy McClendon from A/C Remedies. Always ready to give his brand of home improvement advice Timmy sometimes differs with Jeff on which way is best. Yet one thing, they both agree on is no matter your choice of fix it must be done (installed) properly. Inside this episode, Jason, Jeff, and Timmy talk about p...

Pam, Jeff, and Jason are all back together and tackle another round of home improvement questions. It is an open-topic show and you never know where the show will end up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wood rot can ruin a deck and do some real damage to your home. There are remedies out there but what will work for you? Pam and Jason talk about the reasons for wood rot and how you can help save your deck. Also, they answer another round of home improvement questions and share why a job in the trades can help change lives and the construction industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

Air Date - 02-09-2022 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Pam, Jeff, and Jason get together conversation is in full supply. Jason is always working on a new project, Jeff has plenty of new construction to discuss and Pam is always ready with a great story to tell. Yet, the callers are what make Fix It 101 special every week. With Jeff playing hooky, Pam and Jason are the dynamic duo that tackles this round of home improvement questions from a group...

Bathroom rugs are not made for the washing machine! But how are you supposed to keep them clean? Pam, Jeff, and Jason have a few ideas and they all include keeping your home washing machine around for a few more years. Also during the show, Jason talks about a program for free radon testing kits available from the Mississippi State Department of Health. Show Links: Mississippi State Department of...

Pam, Jeff, and Jason tackle another round of home improvement questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kevin Farrell steps in for the absent Jason Klein on this episode of Fix It 101 and talks about knowing his role when it comes to DIY projects. Pam and Jeff answer another round of home improvement questions with their usual style and grace. Also when it comes to crawl space venting there is a very clear difference of opinions at play. Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

2022 is here and the top of the year is always a great time to plan out the home improvement projects you want to tackle. After a holiday break Pam, Jeff, and Jason are back together and have plenty of stories to share. Always ready to help they tackle questions about a non-draining shower, fence materials, and Jason's cracked fireplace. Let's work and Happy New Year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

According to the National Fire Protection Association, the top causes for house fires are cooking, heating, electrical, smoking, and candles. The winter and holiday season is always a great time to go over a home fire safety plan, and today we welcome the Jackson Fire Department, Division Chief Malcolm Alexander to talk about fire safety during the holidays. Pam, Jeff, and guest host Kev...

After a two-week hiatus, the Fix-It 101 crew is back in the studio and is ready to answer your holiday home improvement questions. Winter in Mississippi is always a roller coaster and your home is in store for a few distinct seasonal struggles. From leaky air conditioners to frozen pipes, and do not forget you have to untangle the holiday lights. Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

ROI or Return on Investment is always important to think about when doing a home improvement project. Adding value to your home with a kitchen upgrade or new deck can set your home apart, especially if you are looking to put your home on the market. Using Remodeling Magazine’s   2021 Cost vs. Value Report as a guide Pam, Jeff, and Jason share their opinions about what is gives a good ret...

To start today's show Pam, Jeff, and Jason are presented with a listener that is builder her own "she" shed. She asks for advice and as usual, gets two distinct answers from Pam and Jeff. Also, Jason shares his recent home improvement story that had him venturing into his lawn this fall. Let's work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When is a fireplace not a fireplace? This is the theme of this edition of Fix-It 101 as Pam, Jeff, and Jason help one listener with her 100-year-old home with a false fireplace. They also share equal amazement at the thought of 3D-printed houses. If you need help with your latest home improvement project, send them an email to fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Now is not the time for blankets by the fireplace and double-layer socks, but it is time to flip the switch on your furnace. Everyone should turn on their heater to ensure it will be ready when the cold temperatures strike. Our resident HVAC "guy" Timmy McClendon from A/C Remedies joins the show as the Fix-It 101 crew tackles another round of home improvement questions. Let's work! Hosted on Acast...

It may come as a surprise (or not) but the best time to have your chimney cleaned is during the summer when your favorite chimney sweep is usually sitting around twiddling thumbs. After the first taste of fall air hits, they become so busy that you would be lucky to get in before the burning season is over. In this episode of Fix It 101, we talk with Heather Perkins from Santa's Friend Chimeny Ser...

In this edition of Fix It 101 Pam, Jeff, and Jason answer another round of home improvement questions. The seasons are changing and that brings another set of home improvement issues that uniquely fall. Today they get on the roof, ponder ways to effectively heat an older home, and give advice to a listener who is thinking about joining the home inspecting industry. Lastly, we hear from a caller wh...

On this episode of Fix It 101 Pam, Jeff, and Jason are here for another round of home improvement questions. After a week of riding solo, Jason gets some much-needed advice from the pros when it comes to hanging gutters and if this is a true DIY project. The crew also talks about how to approach getting quotes from contractors and the delicate science of working with concrete. Let's work! Hosted o...

The beauty of live radio is simply that it is live and anything can happen. And in the spirit of live radio Jason Klein, our happy amateur handyman, is riding solo. Jeff and Pam are off on their individual adventures but Jason gives advice that places him in the top tier of DIY'ers. Show producer Java Chatman even chimes in and tells his story of making necessary changes when going through a remod...