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.

20 JUN 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 20 JUN 2009 This week on HomeFix, Joe gives listeners some solutions to squeaky floors, has a caller discussion about gutter guards and filters, talks about the high price of a low cost as applied to a shower pan, Idaho Power sends a tip about screens and awnings and how they can cave energy if properly installed, and callers struggle with getting a tub spout off and dealing with low water pressure in tub shower.

30 MAY 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 30 MAY 2009 Chad Vincent from Renaissance Remodeling joins Joe to tell us about NARI of Idaho and the Remodeled Homes Tour, what NARI is all about, and to share his expertise as a Remodeling Contractor.  Callers ask about removing old tile floors, trying to solve Woodpecker problems, and fence building in small sections.

16 MAY 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 18 APR 2009 Joe warns listeners about the driveway seal coating scams and shingle oil scams. Listeners call in about attic ventilation, water softeners, noisy plumbing, and a plugged faucet where Joe forgets about the obvious. Also discussed is how to refinish a wood deck, and from Idaho Power, keeping heat out of the kitchen.

9 MAY 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 18 APR 2009 Heating and Cooling issues and proper design are discussed in this show with Stanley Johnson of Heating & Cooling Equipment Company. maintenance and repairs, when it is time to replace duct work and with what, and how a proper evaluation is done to design a new HVAC system.

18 APR 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 18 APR 2009 Sitting in with Joe this week is Rocky Diderickson from Precision Single Ply talking about low slope and flat roofs, repairs and new roofing materials. Also discussed are Living Roofs, green roofs, and using single ply membranes for decking applications. Also listeners call in about replacing aluminum frame windows andcondensation between the glass on double pane windows. Joe also discusses with a caller why she should not use her attic for storage.

11 APR 2009 Show

The HomeFix Show | 4 APR 2009 Bathroom remodeling for accessibility and Aging In Place are discussed on this show with Janet and Gary from Accessible Baths and More. Safety and injury can be reduced for those trying to stay in their home longer so as not to have to move to Assisted Living with bathing and shower modifications. Joe also takes calls from listeners about water in crawl spaces, building raised bed planter boxes, and blown off roofing shingles.