Fix It 101

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: The Fix It 101 email has been sending some of your questions to the junk folder, so Pam took the opportunity to answer recovered email questions about home inspecting, bathroom ventilation, sink holes, rust removal, concrobium, and more!EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.**DIY Concrobium Recipe**1 quart hot water1 tablespoon baking soda (sodium bicarbonate)2 tablespoons washing soda (sodium carbonate)2 tablespoons trisodium phosphate (TSP)

Original Air Date: 07-10-2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a GirlTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Air conditioning units (and all the drama that comes with 'em), wood rot, gutters, and other summer stuff.Email fixit101@mpbonline.org at any time to have your DIY questions answered on the show!

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Patton Ford with Ford Plumbing and Air.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Patton talk scoping sewer lines, air conditioner condensate drains, leaky windows, banging pipes, and more.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior FoundationTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Todd talk about different suggestions for cooling down your home in the South and answer listener questions about insulating crawl spaces and more.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.**DIY Concrobium Recipe**1 quart hot water1 tablespoon baking soda (sodium bicarbonate)2 tablespoons washing soda (sodium carbonate)2 tablespoons trisodium phosphate (TSP)

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Kurt Welch from True Roofing & Contracting, LLC.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Kurt talk about different types of roofs, roof maintenance, when to submit an insurance claim, and more.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.

HOST: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a GirlTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today is another open topic show. Pam shares some mistakes she's made over the years as a homeowner and home inspector, and our callers chime in with their own "boo-boos."Email fixit101@mpbonline.org at any time to have your DIY questions answered on the show!

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Crockett Ford with Ford Plumbing and Air.TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Crockett break down the pros and cons of different types of water heaters on the market, which maintenance projects you can do yourself, and which ones require a professional. And listeners call in with their DIY water heater projects and tips to keep your appliances energy efficient and smelling clean.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior FoundationTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam says, "Water is the biggest enemy of the house." Pam and Todd talk about the rainfall across the state over the weekend, subsurface water, and how important drainage is to protect your foundation against damage caused by subsurface water and hydrostatic pressure.EMAIL: fixit101@mpbonline.org.

HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a GirlTOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam welcomes Tim White to the show to talk about electrical work and electrical classes for homeowners. What electrical problems can be solved on your own? When should you call a professional? And how can you get basic training to confidently do it yourself? Email fixit101@mpbonline.org at any time to have your DIY questions answered on the show!