19 SEP 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 19 SEP 2009 Steve and Tina Turley join Joe on the show to talk about Solatube brand daylighting systems from their business, Solar Concepts.  Joe also talks with them about attic ventilation and solutions they offer.  Also joining Joe this week, Charlene Miller from the Boise Police Department discusses home security and things you can do to make you and your home safer.

29 August 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 29 AUG 2009 Joe discusses if now is the right time to put an addition onto your house. Callers ask about warping hardwood floors, painting concrete patios with patterns, sprinkler head filter cleaning, smoke detector trouble shooting, and an Idaho Power tip about shower head water efficiency to save energy.

22 August 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 22 AUG 2009 Joe passes on extension cord tips from CableOrganizer.com.  Also some discussion on stamped concrete and how it is done, cleaning out scale from a water fountain and radiant barrier tips from Idaho Power. Callers ask about water softeners, how to repair stucco, a formula for cleaning mildew off house siding, and how to remove water rings in a toilet.

15 AUG 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 15 AUG 2009 Janet and Gary from Accessible Bathrooms and More join Joe for a detailed discussion about bathroom remodeling for accessibility and aging in place.  The products made by Best Bath are featured and explained.  Also the new “Big E” walk in tubs are introduced.  Callers ask about stove pipe replacements and more.

8 AUG 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 8 AUG 2009 Joe talks with Steve Ferenczy about Krud Kutter cleaning products and their uses.  Calls come in about flooring and counter top changes to help sell a house, down spout extensions for drainage, and tape down vinyl flooring advice.  Joe also gives advice about roof leaks and removing glued sown out door carpet.  The Idaho Power tip of the week is about Ceiling Fan selection.

1 AUG 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 1 AUG 2009 On the show today Joe talks with flooring installer Mert Wright about laminate floors.  Also Joe has tips about metal fence gate frames and how to remove and replace old sliding patio doors.  Icing problems with air conditioners continue and this is discussed along with some tips for keeping cool.  A caller asks about replacing a door with a new slab and Joe throws in his thoughts on this, jambs and proper hinge selection.

25 JUL 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 25 JUL 2009 Joe‘s frustration with clear finishes on exterior doors comes out in his advice on how to do it right.  He also informs listeners about rough service light bulbs and where you should use them.  Callers ask about draining water heaters and how to fix a smoke alarm problem.  Joe also introduces a new local sponsor, Solar Concepts and their Solatube brand Daylighting systems.

C.H. Hanson Precision Ball Level Review

The claim was made in the press release that “Not since the introduction of the modern level in the 1920’s has there been such dramatic changes to the design and functionality of the level like those of the new C.H. Hanson Precision Ball Level.” Now if you know me at all, a claim like that makes the hair on the back of my neck stand up. I have seen probably a hundred things that all claim to be better than …

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11 JUL 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 11 JUL 2009 Troy Stone and Gary Price from Campbells Siding and Windows sit in on the show and talk about windows, replacing windows and the products from Renewal by Andersen.  Also discussed are siding issues and the fiber cement siding products from James Hardie.

27 JUN 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 27 JUN 2009 In this show, Joe discusses outdoor living areas and how to design them better, icing of air conditioners, sprinkler system maintenence and running tips, exterior painting tips and techniques, and some advice on a water softener.