11 February 2012 Jim Class

“Jim Class” is a feature that airs within The HomeFix Show. Writen by original charter show listener Jim Forrer from Caldwell Idaho, Jim shares his observations, life experiances, and lessons learned in life. Joe Prin reads these at various times in most of the HomeFix Shows. Here is the original written text. The Lost Tool Crawling around in an attic is not one of my favorite things to do, but here I was, in that hot, dark and suspected haunted …

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04 February 2012 Show

The HomeFix Show | 04 FEB 2012 Mold and what to do about it is discussed with Brian Bassick, CEO of Planet People today on The HomeFix Show.  The Concrobium Mold Control products, their use, and application is explained.  Joe also replys to two listener email questions about re-caulking a bath tub and which direction ceiling fans should spin.  Callers ask about toilets that are backing up, insulating framed corners, and carpet removal and stretching.

04 February 2012 Jim Class

“Jim Class” is a feature that airs within The HomeFix Show. Writen by original charter show listener Jim Forrer from Caldwell Idaho, Jim shares his observations, life experiances, and lessons learned in life. Joe Prin reads these at various times in most of the HomeFix Shows. Here is the original written text. There I was minding my own business, waiting at the gas pumps.  Five of us in total, awaiting our turn.  I was next in line when a lady …

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28 January 2012 Show

The HomeFix Show | 28 JAN 2012 Granite Countertops are the subject of the day as Ben and George from Stone Pro join Joe in the studio.  They discuss all the details about getting and living with stone countertops.   How to take care and repair granite, and what makes for good fabrication.  Callers ask about carpet stretching, report back on tankless water heaters, and ask about a walk in tub conversion.

21 January 2012 Show

The HomeFix Show | 21 JAN 2012 And the rains kept coming!  Joe talks with Jeff Goade from Solid Earth Solutions about the heavy rain, soil problems, crawlspace water issues, and drainage solutions.  Callers ask about eroding foundations, and granite countertops. Joe gives his thoughts on counter tops and materials  as well as venting microwave ovens.

14 January 2012 Show

The HomeFix Show | 14 JAN 2012 Jennifer Anderson, Publisher and Editor for The Independent newspaper joins Joe on the show today to talk about the paper and how it came to be hers and the communites it serves.  Callers ask about how heat pumps work (and Joe doesn’t give a very good answer on this one), restaining a concrete floor, cleaning oven glass, and filling holes in cultured marble shower panels.

07 January 2012 Show

The HomeFix Show | 07 JAN 2012 A feature show today as we focus on Heating and Cooling issues with Stanley Johnson from Heating Equipment Company.  (459-2212).  Callers ask about what temp to set thermostats to and how much to set them back at night, Geothermal heat pumps, cleaning and maintenence, humidifiers being added, some regieters blowing hotter than others, and more.  Also, raising a door threashold is discussed as well as determining the source of a water leak.

Entryway Giveaway!

Did you “inherit” a front door with your home that you’re not crazy about? Is your current entry door leaking air or just plain ugly? Then we’ve got great news for you! From January 1, 2012 to February 10, 2012, The HomeFix Show is hosting an “Entryway Giveway” with our friends at View Point Windows and Therma-Tru Doors! One lucky homeowner can add curb appeal and style to their home with the replacement of their existing front door system for …

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Spacesaving

Unfortunately we can’t embed this video, but it’s worth taking a look at. http://www.wimp.com/spacesaving/

31 December 2011 Show

The HomeFix Show | 31 DEC 2011 New Years Eve show on HomeFix and Joe and his guest Jay Pearson from ViewPoint Windows Doors and Hardware introduce the Entryway Giveaway promotion from ThermaTru Doors.  Check out the link box on this website for contest rules and information.  They also discuss why fiberglass doors are a good choice and the selection offerings from ThermaTru Doors.  Callers ask about wood pellet stove installations, plastic vapor barriers under homes, leaking toilets, and patching …

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