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Fix It 101

Airs Wednesdays at 9 a.m. on MPB Think Radio


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  • Fix It 101 | Pool Maintenance

    45:55
    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 to have to best maintain your pool? Tune in with "Peff", Lacey, and Sheri as we discuss any and all things pools!Email: fixit101@mpbonline.org

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  • Fix It 101 | Adding On

    45:10
    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: fixit101@mpbonline.org.
  • Fix It 101 - BONUS | LIVE! From The Home Show

    43:23
    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 on a SATURDAY! Also, we are here for any home improvement or DIY questions you may have during this spring season.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.
  • Fix It 101 | Organization

    47:46
    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.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.
  • Fix It 101 | Home Owners' First Impressions

    46:57
    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 curb appeal even better than before. And as always, we welcome any home questions you may have.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.
  • Fix it 101 | Wood Rot Woes

    45:24
    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: fixit101@mpbonline.org.
  • Fix It 101 | Safety First

    47:03
    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, what projects require a permit before you start working?EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.