Let's Talk... HOME repair!

Is it really an episode? Hmmm. More of an announcement that WE'LL BE BACK in the new year... but there are also reminders on winter maintenance for your home!

Happy Hour part 2: Darylene Dennon, Kimberly Martin, Adriana Ramirez

What happens when you put four business owners and a banker in the same room??! A joyful Happy Hour discussion! Amy & Alicia Healey welcome Darylene Dennon (painter/handyperson/business owner), Kimberley Martin (landscaper, hardscaper, deck builder, business owner), & Adriana Ramirez (VP at Banner Bank) to our latest "Happy Hour". How did they get started? What are the pros and cons of own...

We've talked about water heaters before - mostly around maintenance - but today we go DEEP into water heaters. The different kinds, components, plumbing considerations, water main shut offs, and how to consider whether to repair or replace a failing water heater. We also touch on best way to use a plungers and how a water closet auger works (when plunging isn't enough!) Send you stories and ideas...

Helpful hints with measurements or "Carpenters' Math" and the evil resurgence of wallpaper !

Jennifer Tennyson of Tennyson Paint - an all service home painting company - joins Amy and Alicia in the studio to guide us through painting cabinets (and some general painting facts)

In this episode: Tip from Sheila! Tricks for hanging something on a nail or hook you can't see! Using a Dryer Periscope Vent instead of a traditional hose. Humidity and dryness in the home Questions and comments can be sent to letstalkhomerepair@gmail.com

Amy and Alicia discuss when you need to use a paint primer, a new Tool Crate was delivered and Amy tells a story of helping a client install a kitchen sink disposal through the Matriarchy Build service (www.matriarchybuild.com if you want to give it a try!)

We've been gone for a couple months but we're back for 2023 with more chats on home care, remodels and tools and building and paint and... well, we talk about a lot of stuff. In today's episode we catch up on items we left hanging back in November 2022!

Bridgette Boudreau, a master certified personal and executive coach, helping people navigate change joins us in the studio. Bridgette gives some great advice for you and your family while living through a remodeling project that has the potential to be an incredibly stressful event. Check out Bridgette’s website www. BridgetteBoudreau.com or send her an email at bridgettea.boudreau@gmail.com Have...

In this episode, Amy talks about a Habitat for Humanity build they were involved in in North Bend as part of a Professional Women in Building event. The discussion then turns to No VOC paint and first hand experience that Amy had painting at Habitat and while painting their soon-to-arrive grandbaby. No smell!! Tool corner brings us to different things to do with a pressure washer beyond the standa...

Alicia gives us an update on her bathroom remodel. Demo has started, electrical and plumbing have been roughed in. Tool Corner finds us talking about angle grinders and the different uses such as grinding, polishing, cutting, paint removal, and removing mortar between bricks. Amy shares their attempt to repair their subwoofer associated with the tv sound bar. Interesting discovery. If you have any...

Amy and Alicia have a great conversation with Architect Grace Kim about co-housing and the barriers to affordable housing development in Seattle. The causes and solutions around the "missing middle" in our housing supply. More information about the Schemata Workshop: https://www.schemataworkshop.com/

Amy and Alicia talk fall maintenance tasks to keep your home in tip top shape. Gutter cleaning, filter changing, weatherproofing and more. Alicia loves her screwdrivers and we talk all kinds of options when thinking of screwdrivers, Allen wrenches and bits. If you have questions, comments or want to suggest a topic for us to cover, email us at askamy@amyworks.com. Leave us a review and subscribe....

In this episode Amy talks about their involvement in workforce development for the residential construction industry. The Wood Tech Center (WTC) in Seattle has been struggling for several years and is threatened with closure. A task force has been created on the state level with Frank Chopp, state representative from the 43rd district, and Louise Chernin, chair of the Seattle Colleges Board of Tru...

In this episode Amy & Alicia discuss building codes. Amy explains some of the specific codes that exist when it comes to bathrooms, stairs, electrical and more. It's important to keep these in mind when considering a remodel or building new. What are some building codes that make you tear your hair out? You can find out more about cohousing at The Cohousing Association website. Amy gives us an...

We have a special guest! Joy Fire from the Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths. You KNOW you want to pound some hot metal. Learn more about the art of blacksmithing and this Society that promotes partnerships and mentorships throughout the country. https://www.inclusiveblacksmiths.com/ for more information. And send your questions, comments, desires to askamy@amyworks.com

Amy and Alicia discuss various kitchen countertop options. Amy references past podcast guests Matriarchy Build who have some great DIY inspiration articles including this one on countertops. There are many considerations to keep in mind when choosing countertops for your kitchen. Alicia discusses the difficulty and regret that she's had with her honed quartz kitchen countertops. Listen for all the...

This week Amy and Alicia are joined by guest Andy Pace, owner of The Green Design Center and host of the Non Toxic Environments Podcast . Andy has over 30 years of experience in the field of chemical sensitivity, building materials and non-toxic construction. He's a leading educator for those who suffer from allergies, chemical sensitivities, and asthma when they are trying to create a healthy hom...

While Amy and Alicia take a short summer hiatus from recording, we wanted to share another encore episode with our listeners. They will be back in the studio very soon so send us your questions and comments at askamy@amyworks.com In celebration of Women in History month Alicia and Amy are joined by three great women from the Seattle area that have forged great careers and businesses in the male-do...

While Amy and Alicia take a short summer hiatus from recording, we wanted to share this encore episode with our listeners! If "Let's Talk...Home Repair " had been created only to publish this episode, it would be a worthy endeavor.  This episode is a little different, but in the best way possible . Alicia and Amy welcome 3 special guests: Susan (Construction Estimator), Shannon (Carpente...

Amy goes over cleaning hacks that don’t work or actually cause damage to surfaces that you are trying to clean. Did you know that dish soap is actually damaging for your automobile paint?  Also in this episode, have you ever wondered about what your shower floor is made of? Amy explains the anatomy of a shower pan. The installation and products you choose in your shower make a...

Amy and Alicia discuss the various ways to remove tree stumps in your yard. Amy discusses various ways that are possible to attempt to get rid of large stumps that are in your way. Have you ever removed a large tree stump in your yard? Tell us how it went and what you learned! Email us at askamy@amyworks.com Alicia experienced the sub-contractor walk through with AmyWorks and gives...

Amy and Alicia have Kayla in the studio today! Amy gives an update on the Chillwell air cooler that was a bit of a disappointment on a hot summer day. We also get an update on consulting with Matriarchy Build from episode 56.  For a limited time you can get a free session with Amy via Zoom to get your DIY home project questions answered using code: amyecklund.  A reminder that...

Part #2 SITE VISIT What happens at a site visit? We recorded the actual conversation during the site visit for Alicia's Guest Bath remodel. Project Manager Kayla from Amyworks arrives, and then...