Fix It 101

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

On this Valentines Day program, we spread the love with Ben Napier from the HGTV show, "Home Town". Also, the handyman hangout is full of love as we share home improvement advice from Jason, Del, Jeff, and our friend of the show Timmy McClendon from A/C Remedies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We champion the DIY spirit on Fix It 101, but sometimes it is not the best way to go. Today we list some of the most costly DIY mistakes you should avoid when making improvements to your home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With this particularly cold winter, rats and other small rodents are keeping pest control specialist very busy. Our friend John Abel from Abel Pest Control stops by and talks about how to protect your home from these rodents and other unwanted pests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on FixIt 101 we are all about those little hacks that make DIY and home improvement projects easier. Who knew you could use toothpicks to help with stripped screws? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The handyman hangout is full of help this episode. Our resident contractors Jeff and Del are here, along with our appliance specialist Timmy McLendon from A/C Remedies. If you have home improvement questions, we have answers. We are here to help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is 2018 the year you remodel your bathroom or kitchen? Or maybe you just want to change your wallpaper? Contractor Shane McLendon joins the program to talk remodeling and home renovations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Solar power can start off complicated but with time and guidance, you can have solar panels provide electricity to your home. Solar energy professional Patrick Hogan joins the program and gives a good breakdown of solar energy and how it can work for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The handyman hangout is full of "tool talk" today as we help you find the right tool that may be missing from your toolbox. Any DIY'er would be happy to receive any of the tools discussed under the tree on Christmas morning. From the new to the old favorites, we are talking tools that help get work done. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The handyman handout is full of holiday cheer as the Christmas lights are being hung. But we have to always be careful and we talk with the Electrical Safety Foundation International about staying safe this holiday season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To clockwise or counter-clockwise? That is the question. When it comes to fan direction during the winter months the jury is still out. But, even in the confusion we still talk granite, windows, and a few tips to have your home winter ready. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Ready to be worked on", is the new way to say what you have is messed up and might be in need of some TLC. So if you have something in your home that is "ready to be worked on" tune in. Today we talk about working on the roof, repainting cabinets, working with mold and all things home improvement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The weather in Mississippi is always unpredictable and we want you to be prepared when the temps start to drop. From fireplaces to insulated roofs, we give and get some tips on how to winterize your home. Tune in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is always more than one way to do things and some ways are just better. Today we share life hacks that will help you do things around the house just a little more efficiently. Also, the handyman hangout is full of answers to your home improvement questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our resident mechanic, Allision Walker is back in the handyman hangout talking about how to keep your automobile in top condition. From the easy fuse fixes to why rodents always chew wires in the winter, we talk problems and solutions on Fix It 101. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's time to take advantage of this cool fall weather and check your curb appeal. You may not be selling your house but your first impression speaks volumes. We also get a visit from Felder Rushing to help with your plants and lawn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most of us are used to flipping a switch and having the lights come on. But what happens when they don't? From House Works Electrical Services we welcome Hank Perot to the handyman hangout to help with these and more of your electrical questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the seasons changing its time for a little fall maintenance. On this open topic show, the handyman hangout is full of tips and advice about your home fixes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Abel from Abel's Premier Pest is in the handyman hangout talking about fall bugs and how to keep them out of your house. The guys talk about all the usual home bugs (ants, roaches, etc.) but they also dive deep into the bug John gets called about the most, bed bugs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Timmy McClendon from A/C Remedies is back at the handyman hangout. He and the guys answer questions about over productive ice makers, washing machines, and everything else home improvement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.