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Fix It 101

341 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★ - 31 ratings

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: [email protected].


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Episodes

Fix it 101 | General Topic 03/27/2024

March 27, 2024 16:50 - 45 minutes - 63 MB

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. It's a general topic show this week on Fix It 101 as Pam and Jeff take on any questions brought on in this post-drive time week of MPB Think Radio programming. Join us as we answer questions about many topics from shingles to chicken coops and so much more! Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fix It 101 | Pool Maintenance

March 13, 2024 16:04 - 45 minutes - 63.1 MB

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. Guest: Sheri Derden of Bob's Pools. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today on the program we want to prepare Mississippi for the hot summer months and offer information on pool maintenance. What do you need to keep your pool, in or above ground, clean and working right? Do you need any sort of permits? How do you know your water is safe? What are some good tools ...

Fix It 101 | Adding On

March 06, 2024 17:26 - 45 minutes - 62 MB

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today on the program we discuss taking on new additions. From reboarding your deck to renovating your kitchen we have just the advice to go ensure you take just the right steps to make your add on the best it possibly can be! As always, we welcome any home questions you may have. EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. S...

Fix It 101 - BONUS | LIVE! From The Home Show

March 04, 2024 14:56 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MB

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Happy Home Show to all who celebrate! We are LIVE at the Clyde Muse Center today! Home and garden shows are always a great place to find home improvement inspiration and the certified builder to help with that project. The three of us are here to enjoy all of the booths and vendors that are available and talk about home improvement...

Fix It 101 | Organization

February 28, 2024 19:25 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MB

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Getting organized can seem like a monumental task, but if everything has a space to call its own, organization can be achieved very easily. So let’s talk new shelving and cabinets. We will discuss the do’s and don’ts when putting up new shelving and cabinets and answer any home improvement questions you may have this morning. EMAI...

Fix It 101 | Home Owners' First Impressions

February 21, 2024 21:10 - 46 minutes - 64.5 MB

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today on the program we want to take advantage of this pleasant spring weather and talk about curb appeal. From rejuvenating your front porch to adding eye-catching windows we have just the advice to create a lovely first impression. Let’s see if we can’t fix up that front porch, maybe even install some new windows and make your cu...

Fix it 101 | Wood Rot Woes

February 14, 2024 21:04 - 45 minutes - 62.4 MB

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Wood rot can ruin a deck faster than a pack of termites and be really damaging to your home. Between your home improvement calls and emails we will talk about wood rot and other home improvement checklist items that would be great to tackle this Spring season. EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Fix It 101 | Safety First

February 07, 2024 19:51 - 47 minutes - 64.6 MB

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Many DIY Projects start with a spark, an idea, on making your home better and more efficient, or after binging your favorite home makeover show. However, some projects can come with a risk of harming yourself, so matter how inspired you are, remember safety first! Today we look at common DIY injures and how you can avoid them. Also...

Fix It 101 | Back to the Basics

January 31, 2024 17:36 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MB

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We're back after a brief hiatus and we want to take you back to the basics. When it comes to home improvement and renovations, you do not have to be a licensed professional to complete some awesome DIY projects and fixes. EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fix It 101 - Instant Classic | Happy New Year 2024

January 24, 2024 18:57 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MB

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: The new year is here and now is the time to plan your year of home improvement. ‘tis the season to start planning the future and there’s no time like the present, so Pam, Jeff, and I are gonna chat about what big projects you can go ahead and start planning. We’d love to take your calls today about your home-related New Years resol...

Fix It 101 - Classic | Inspections with Pam and Lacey

January 17, 2024 18:20 - 47 minutes - 65.9 MB

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: When was the last time your home underwent a professional inspection conducted by a licensed home inspector? If your response begins with hesitation or uncertainty, then this is the program designed for you. From the most apparent issues to the tiniest imperfections, a Home Inspector's role isn't to critique your residence but to e...

Fix It 101 | Inspections with Pam and Lacey

January 10, 2024 19:24 - 47 minutes - 65.9 MB

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: When was the last time your home underwent a professional inspection conducted by a licensed home inspector? If your response begins with hesitation or uncertainty, then this is the program designed for you. From the most apparent issues to the tiniest imperfections, a Home Inspector's role isn't to critique your residence but to e...

Fix It 101 | Happy New Year 2024

January 03, 2024 19:39 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MB

HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: The new year is here and now is the time to plan your year of home improvement. ‘tis the season to start planning the future and there’s no time like the present, so Pam, Jeff, and I are gonna chat about what big projects you can go ahead and start planning. We’d love to take your calls today about your home-related New Years resol...

Fix It 101 | Uninvited Guests

December 20, 2023 19:55 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MB

HOSTS: Kevin Farrell, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It is the holiday season and you’re probably having guests over soon, but is there something in your home you didn’t invite? For our last live show of 2023, we’re focusing on a popular topic- unwelcome critters in and around the home. We’ll talk about deterrents, preventive measures, and what you can do if you find some invasive spec...

Fix It 101 | The End of 2023

December 13, 2023 17:50 - 43 minutes - 60.4 MB

HOSTS: Kevin Farrell, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: 2024 is rapidly approaching so we know you have questions about closing out the year and preparing for any projects in the New Year. From getting your home ready for winter to making sure all the Christmas lights don't blow a fuse. EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fix It 101 | Buyer's Regret

December 06, 2023 17:46 - 47 minutes - 65.1 MB

HOSTS: Kevin Farrell, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: A recent study showed that 90% of this year’s homebuyers had some kind of regret. Many first-time buyers say they felt rushed into the process because of homes selling fast and they had to compromise on what they truly wanted. Today we want to talk about things you should know about buying a new home and how you can avoid buyer’s rem...

Fix It 101 | ROI for Home Improvements

November 29, 2023 19:42 - 44 minutes - 60.8 MB

HOSTS: Kevin Farrell, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Return on investment or ROI 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 ore make your holiday visitors jealous. So today we are answering your home improvemen...

Fix It 101 | Winter Is Coming

November 15, 2023 18:49 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MB

HOSTS: Kevin Farrell, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: ‘Tis the season for colder temperatures, freezing weather and maybe even some snow depending on where you are. Today I’ll be asking our home improvement experts what homeowners need to know as Winter looms closer and closer. We’ll cover a variety of topics including protecting your plumbing, how different home exteriors handle cold w...

Fix it 101 | Remodeling

November 08, 2023 19:25 - 44 minutes - 984 MB

HOSTS: Kevin Farrell, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today we are discussing the do’s and don’ts of renovations. We are asking our in-house home repair experts what projects might be more trouble than they’re worth- what renovations are easier to DIY, and what do they suggest bringing in an expert? Are there any kind of renovations that could lead to repair needs later on? And, while w...

Fix It 101 | Have Your House Inspected

October 18, 2023 18:37 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MB

HOSTS: Kevin Farrell, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: When was the last time your home underwent a professional inspection conducted by a licensed home inspector? If your response begins with hesitation or uncertainty, then today's show is designed for you. EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fix It 101 | Plumbing Problems

October 11, 2023 20:10 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MB

HOSTS: Kevin Farrell, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today we're going to put the focus on your home's plumbing to make sure that the water around your property is flowing properly. This includes addressing issues like leaky faucets, blocked pipes, runny toilets, and any other plumbing-related concerns. So we invite Crockett Ford from Ford Plumbing & Gas to help with your plumbing prob...

Fix It 101 | In Case of an Emergency

October 04, 2023 18:20 - 47 minutes - 65.7 MB

HOSTS: Kevin Farrell, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today we'll get back to basics of homeownership 101. If there were an emergency, could you locate your water shut off valve? How about gas? Do you know how to kill the power to your entire home? EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fix It 101 | Jason's Farewell Show - Thank You Jason!

September 27, 2023 19:30 - 48 minutes - 66.4 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today is Jason's very last day as host of Fix It 101 - a program that has helped and tried to help so many with their home improvement projects. So, for one last time, Jason opens up the floor to talk about some quick fixes, big projects, and even major renovations. For almost a decade of fixes, memories, laughs, and stories, thank yo...

Fix It 101 | Everything Under the Sun(Room)

September 13, 2023 19:06 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today on the program we're looking at your whole house. From rejuvenating your front porch to switching up your bathroom or kitchen and maybe even replacing a water heater. If it's happening under your roof, we want to hear about it. EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fix It 101 | DIY & Lifehacks

September 06, 2023 19:26 - 45 minutes - 63.1 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today, we open up the floor to hear from you and discuss what DIY projects you need help with and what you might be able to help us with. EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fix It 101 | DIY Fundamentals

August 30, 2023 18:49 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: When it comes to home improvement and renovations, you do not have to be a licensed professional to complete some awesome DIY projects and fixes. There are a couple of basic skills that will give the most amateur handyperson the confidence to tackle projects around the home and hopefully save a few bucks.   We will talk about these ski...

Fix It 101 | Your Summer Maintenance Deadline

August 23, 2023 19:09 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: The high temps are here and working outside can easily become a hazard. But your home improvement projects will not complete themselves. Also have you been checking off items on your late summer maintenance checklist? Today we will run down some timely maintenance items and share tips for keeping you cool while working in the Mississip...

Fix It 101 | Curb Appeal

August 16, 2023 19:00 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today on the program we want to take advantage of this pleasant break from the sun and talk about curb appeal. From rejuvenating your front porch to adding eye-catching windows we have the advice to create a listing first impression. Let's see if we can’t fix up that front porch, maybe even install some new windows and make your curb a...

Fix It 101 | Basic Tools and Basic Skills

August 02, 2023 18:37 - 46 minutes - 64.3 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: When it comes to home improvement and renovations, you do not have to be a licensed professional to complete some awesome DIY projects and fixes in your home. There are a couple of basic skills to give you the confidence to tackle projects around the home and hopefully save a few bucks in the process. And as always, we're here to answe...

Fix It 101 | Inspect This

July 26, 2023 18:12 - 48 minutes - 66.5 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: When is the last time you have ever had your home inspected, professionally inspected by a licensed home inspector. If your answer started with “ummmm”, then this is the show for you. From the obvious to the smallest defects a Home Inspector is there not to judge your home but to make sure your home and its systems are adequately worki...

Fix It 101 | Open Floor, Open Topic

July 19, 2023 18:50 - 48 minutes - 67.1 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today, we open up the floor to hear from you and discuss what DIY projects you need help with and what you might be able to help us with. EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fix It 101 | Defining Construction Terms

July 12, 2023 19:07 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Fix It 101 (noun) - the show where experts help callers with their DIY projects. When it comes to home improvement and construction there are a whole bunch of terms and phrases that people use that the rest of us haven't heard a lot. Today, we're going to help explain some of those terms that we talk about here on the show. And as alwa...

Fix It 101 | Rainy Day Problems

June 28, 2023 18:41 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: There might be a heat wave sweeping other parts of the country, but here in Mississippi we are dealing with all these spur of the moment rain showers. But don’t worry that oppressive Mississippi heat is coming. Today we will run down some summer maintenance items and share tips for keeping you cool while working in the summer sun heat....

Fix It 101 | A/C Expert Timmy McLendon

June 21, 2023 18:34 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.  GUEST(S): Timmy McLendon of A/C Remedies TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: With the recent storms coming through Mississippi, a lot of people are without power and, importantly, air conditioning. Resident expert Timmy McLendon joins to diagnose your problems and discuss what you can do to help maintain your A/C systems. EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Aca...

Fix It 101 | Papa Pybas's Log Cabins

June 14, 2023 17:35 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.  GUEST(S): Paul Pybas, Pam's father TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Father's Day is just around the corner, and to celebrate, we have Pam's dad, Paul Pybas on the show to talk about his experience with building and even living in log cabins. EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fix It 101 | Your Summer Maintenance Checklist

June 07, 2023 19:01 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Have you been checking off items on your summer maintenance checklist? Wood rot can ruin a deck faster than a pack of termites and be really damaging to your home. Between your home improvement calls and emails we will talk about wood rot and other home improvement checklist items that would be great to tackle this June. EMAIL: fixit1...

Fix It 101 | House Flooding

May 31, 2023 18:46 - 46 minutes - 63.6 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: From nice weather to under the weather. The team tries to hold it together as we open the floor to answer your calls and emails about house flooding, weep holes, and not putting your electronics in water. EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fix It 101 | Open Topic & Pam's Pool Plunge

May 24, 2023 18:58 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today, we're going to take advantage of some of this nice weather because now is a good time to be thinking about the front of the home and what everyone sees as they drive by. We also open up the floor to hear from you and discuss pool maintenance and faulty garage doors. EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

Fix It 101 | Summer Projects

May 17, 2023 18:31 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works, Abram Nanney. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: On today’s show we are taking a deep look at your summer projects and how you should be working in this heat. From the big to the small we are looking for your DIY questions and how you work in this heat. What are your tips for staying cool while getting the job done? Is it having a misty fan handy, or maybe you place ice...

Fix It 101 | Lawncare & Mower Maintenance

May 10, 2023 18:55 - 47 minutes - 65.1 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.  GUESTS: Andrew Hitchcock from Fondren Small Engine Repair TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Memorial Day is coming at the end of the month, and there is nothing worse than welcoming summer with an unkempt lawn. Lawncare is a must in Mississippi, and nothing is more disappointing than having a lawn mower that won't run when you need it. Andrew Hitchcock joins us today...

Fix It 101 | Energy Use

May 03, 2023 19:27 - 45 minutes - 62.3 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.  GUESTS: Abram Nanney TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Proper energy use and energy efficiency does not have to be overly complex. From automated thermostats to energy efficient windows there are many ways to make sure your home’s energy use is under control. As the temps are slowly creeping up and that summer feel gets ready to settle in, let’s make sure all the gap...

Fix It 101 | Open Topic & Energy Efficiency

April 26, 2023 16:11 - 45 minutes - 62.7 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, and Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Open topics, proper energy use, and energy efficiency. EMAIL: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fix It 101 | Spring Renovations

April 19, 2023 15:57 - 47 minutes - 65.3 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.  TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Spring is the season where a lot of renovations and changes happen around the house, and we are here to help. If you don’t know where to start this season, we have an easy spring maintenance to get you started. Also, we look at best practices when it comes to handing cabinets when you need to get organized. EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline...

Fix It 101 | A/C Time

April 12, 2023 15:51 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.  TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We have made it to April and the unpredictability of the spring season is all among us. So, let’s work through your spring maintenance list and any other home improvement projects you have at home. Also, with Timmy from A/C Remedies here we can talk about air conditioner maintenance before the high temps set in. EMAIL: fixit101@mpbon...

Fix It 101 | Hiring A Licensed Contractor

April 05, 2023 22:05 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MB

HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.  TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: The MSBOC or Mississippi State Board of Contractors is responsible for regulating and licensing contractors here in the state of Mississippi. Joining us today is Executive Director of the MSBOC, Jennifer Lee to talk about the importance of hiring a licensed contractor, especially after a natural disaster. Also today we are looking for...

Fix It 101 | After the Storm Repairs

March 29, 2023 20:40 - 45 minutes - 62.2 MB

HOST(S): Jason Klein, and and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Anytime hiring a contractor can be quite an undertaking. And when dealing with the aftereffects of a storm, hiring the right person saves time and money. With the recent tornadoes we will talk about recovery and the role your insurance plays after a major disaster. Today we welcome to the show The MS Insurance Commissioner, Mike Chaney to talk about protecting your self when hiring a contrac...

Fix It 101 | Universal Design Models

March 22, 2023 23:02 - 45 minutes - 62.2 MB

HOST(S): Jason Klein, and and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works. TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: With an aging population, the concept of Universal Design in the home is growing more and more. Making things accessible is easy as changing out a light switch. Throughout the show we will have some tips and little fixes you can do to bring your home into the Universal Design model, and many of those won’t break the bank. Also, we can help with any other projects you may be working on. EMAI...

Fix It 101 | Home Show-ish

March 15, 2023 18:37 - 46 minutes - 63.3 MB

TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Home and garden shows are always a great place to find home improvement inspiration and the certified builder to help with that project. So, from the Mississippi Housing Institute we welcome back Executive Director, Kim Jent to talk about the work of the MHI and what to expect at the upcoming Home Show Jackson. Also, we are here for any home improvement or DIY questions you may have during this spring season. HOSTS: Jason Klein, and Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at...

Fix It 101 | International Women's Day

March 08, 2023 22:30 - 45 minutes - 62.4 MB

TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Between your home improvement calls and emails we will talk about International Women's Day and women in the construction industry.. HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.  EMAIL: [email protected]. If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider making a contribution to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Fix It 101 | Wood Rot & More!

March 01, 2023 21:39 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MB

TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Wood rot can ruin a deck faster than a pack of termites and be really damaging to your home. Between your home improvement calls and emails we will talk about wood rot and other home improvement checklist items that would be great to tackle this March. HOSTS: Jason Klein, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.  EMAIL: [email protected]. If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please c...