How to Unclog a Drain

Unclogging a sink drain is not hard, just a bit messy if you are not prepared. Watch this video and learn how to do it and keep your drains clear and flowing.

New HomeFix Show Sponsor

I am pleased to welcome to the HomeFix show Joe Bianchi and his company, Granite Transformations (327-9800- 4577 Chinden Blvd.). Granite Transformations is now a full sponsor of the HomeFix Show and I look forward to working with them not only on the show but also during the week on my customers homes and businesses. If you are even thinking about a kitchen or bath remodel / project / or make over, you really need to check this product (s) …

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7 August 2010 Show

The HomeFix Show | 7 AUG 2010 Joe takes questions from callers about landscape drainage issues, garage insulation and ventilation, sagging floors and deteriorating foundations, painting garage floors, and replacing glass in vinyl windows.  Also discussed is duct insulation in crawl spaces and floor insulation.  Joe also talks about a leaky main water line and his adventure in getting it repaired.  Part one.  We will probably hear the rest of the story next week.

31 July 2010 Show

The HomeFix Show | 31 July 2010 After the big fire in Eagle, you know Joe is going to talk about it.  And he does.  The discussion centers around what would you do if you had a few minutes to get out.  Callers ask about Marble tile installation and wood filler advice.

24 July 2010 Show

The HomeFix Show | 24 JUL 2010 Joe talks with Ryan Hartnet from Idaho Power about the current incentive and rebate programs available to customers of Idaho Power.  Callers ask about cleaning hardwood floors and replacing skylights.

17 July 2010 Show

The HomeFix Show | 17 JUL 2010 Callers kick the show off and Joe answers questions about repairing a wood post with fillers, trouble shooting well problems, air conditioner tune ups, out door ceiling fans and flushing out water heaters.

10 July Show 2010

The HomeFix Show | 10 JUL 2010 Joe starts the discussion talking about shower drain leaks and about painting garage floors. That sets off callers with their garage questions,crack filling and slab replacement, cabin siding finish, and cleaning soot and water deposits off stonework.

03 July 2010 Show

The HomeFix Show | 03 JUL 2010 It is the Independence Day weekend show and being guest free, Joe talks about some things on his mind.  Good thing it is only an hour long show.  Callers ask about adding bathroom lighting and stains on granite counter tops.  Joe talks about buying local for deck-orating, and, he gives his scam alert on shingle oil for roofing and asphalt driveway seal coating.

26 June 2010 Show

The HomeFix Show | 26 JUN 2010 Depending how you look at it, good or bad, there has been a delay by the EPA in the enforcement of the new Lead Paint Rule.  Joe talks about that on this show.  Also, callers ask about granite over store bought cabinets and Joe gives some hot weather painting tips.

19 June 2010 Show

The HomeFix Show | 19 JUN 2010 It’s a “Hard” discussion as Joe is joined by Jeff and Casey Goade from Solid Earth Solutions and they talk about concrete.  Jeff and Casey talk about putting basements under existing homes, resurfacing driveways and patios and lifting slabs back into position.  Callers ask about garage floor drainage, caulking in bath tubs, and the new self primer paints.