Fix It 101

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 weather, and what new homeowners who’ve never sustained a winter in their new place can expect.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.

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 we’re here, we might as well talk about renovation trends that we love and dislike. EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.

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: fixit101@mpbonline.org.

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 problems.GUEST(S): Crockett FordEMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.

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: fixit101@mpbonline.org.

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 you Jason!EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.