How Green is Your Tech

An interesting point of view on this subject.  If you recall the radio show on Simpler Living over the fourth of July weekend, we discussed implications of actions.  Here is a great example. http://www.singlehop.com/blog/how-green-is-your-tech/

16 August 2014 Show

The HomeFix Show | 16 AUG 2014 It is the regionally famous Ask a Plumber Show with Jim from Master Plumbing.  Jim takes calls from listeners about leaking ice makers, draining water heaters, pipe cameras, smelly water on the hot side, and drain pipes.  Joe asks him about filters, washing machine hoses, circulation pumps, and on demand water heaters.

9 August 2014 Show

The HomeFix Show | 9 AUG 2014 Herding cats comes to mind every time Julie, Susie, Melissa, and Ken are in studio from the Filter Factory Outlet Store.  High energy puts it mildly.  The girls talk about filters, filtration and what it is like to be in a family business.  Also, lots of comment and info on electronic air filters and purification systems. Joe discusses which pegboard to buy and why, cleaning vinyl window tracks, draining compressors, and show ratings. …

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2 August 2014 Show

The HomeFix Show | 2 AUG 2014 SPECIAL PROGRAM: A panel discussion on the conversion feasibility of our homes to 100% solar. Guests are Carl Simpson from Renewable Energy NW and Kevin King from Even Green Technology. John Lodal, a Boise Homeowner who has and is making this conversion lends his point ao view and rationale as to why he chose to take on this sustainable change.

26 July 2014 Show

The HomeFix Show | 26 JUL 2014 A Tympani Tub of Topic and Triviality on todays show.  Joe talks about Duct work air leaks, giving caulking time to dry before paint, Attic fans, grout sealing, oil changes for power equipment, painting galvanized metal and totally off subject, The Inconvenience Store.  Callers call as callers will about building and modifying homes for wheelchair access, carpet in a basement and baseboard gaps, sprinkler system repair, garage insulation, power washing siding before paint, …

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19 July 2014 Show

The HomeFix Show | 19 JUL 2014 Monte Eldfrick from Woodcraft is in studio today to talk about Milk Paint, Reclaim Beyond Paint,  Up-Cycling, finishing and refinishing and more.  Callers ask about repairing the finish on an antique, Fireplace reinforcement to floors, refinishing wood trim, re-circulation pumps, And Doug from the American Legion gives the How-to of properly disposing of American Flags.  And Sara from Second Chance lets us know what is happening at the stores this week.  Joe talks …

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12 July 2014 Show

The HomeFix Show | 12 JUL 2014 Today we learn about the Insulstone product from Les Cullen and Will Hutsell.  Made in Idaho manufactured stone bonded to insulating foam, these panels are great for us homeowners to install ourselves.  Builders enjoy the benefits of Insulstone (208-895-8557 – showroom at 100 S. Adkins Way, Meridian, ID  83642)  Also hear about the new energy code requirements that this product will take care of.  Joe also talks about proper lawn watering, furnace circulation fans …

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5 July 2014 Show

The HomeFix Show | 5 JUL 2014 SPECIAL SHOW: Simple Living- a verbal thought from Joe. Today’s program is going to be quite different than any other HomeFix Show you have heard. For quite a few years now, I personally along with my wife Vicki have been heading down a path of greater simplicity. Some call this Volunteer Simplicity, some Simple Living or living simply. It doesn’t matter what you call it, the danger is putting a label on it. …

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28 June 2014 Show

The HomeFix Show | 28 JUN 2014 Emily from Elmers Products Inc, calls in to talk about adhesives and the new Elmers Pro Bond Advanced multi surface glue. Clearvue Outdoor Living (871-9596) and owner Ron Strang are Joe’s guest in the studio to talk about patio covers and outdoor living enhancements.  They discuss the louvered wall and ceiling panels that Ron can install.  Also callers ask about concrete patios and enclosing rooms, code requirements for patio covers, fiberglass shower repairs, …

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21 June 2014 Show

The HomeFix Show | 21 JUN 2014 Brian from The Painting Pro (378-4825) is in studio today to discuss recent wax issues being found on siding.  Quite a problem it appears and could be a big issue. Big phone day, callers ask a lot of painting questions along with through the wall air conditioners, deck sealants, cost of new construction, permits and sunrooms, and getting referrals. Joe adds in the need to level washer and dryers, pocket door suggestions, and …

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