The HomeFix Show | 26 OCT 2013 Jeff and Bo Whal from Audio Video Systems (385-9281) sit in with Joe to talk about Home theater, tv and speakers, intercom systems, and entertainment systems. Also a bit of Home automation. Callers zero in on AM radio interference and Joe gets it all wrong about the cause- a caller sets him straight. Also calls about dimmers, bathroom remodeling, and replacing an exterior door. Joe warns about looking for unhooked dryer vents and …
The HomeFix Show | 19 OCT 2013 Tip O’Conner from COT Spa Covers talks business but the real story is about his life and what brought him to Idaho. Very inspirational. Jerri Walker lets the valley know about Jazz for a Cause, and Joe talks about framing lessons learned, replacing tile grout, and house wrap under siding. Callers ask about patching a hole in a door, closing foundation vents, painting in cold weather, and squeaky door hinges.
The HomeFix Show | 12 OCT 2013 Tom Herron from the NFRC and Jay Pearson from Viewpoint Windows talk with Joe about window ratings, the NFRC label, and replacing your windows, Callers ask about handrail safety and window efficiency.
The HomeFix Show | 5 OCT 2013 Stanley Johnson from Heating Equipment Co., and Bruce McKibbon from the Canyon County Building Department are in studio to talk about getting ready for winter heating, HVAC systems and efficiency issues, building codes and perspective from our mechanical inspector. Carbon monoxide detectors are exposed as well as Licensed Contractors. Callers ask about bad window installs, heating a garage, excessive dust in the house and pellet stove intake air.
The HomeFix Show | 28 SEP 2013 Ben Kalkman from Cutting Edge Kitchens is Joe’s guest to talk about counter tops and the choices you have. Joe also talks about excessive mark ups and why. Callers ask about polishing a worn cultured marble sink, and ice on windows in winter.
The HomeFix Show | 21 SEP 2013 Brandon Wright from WaterDamageRentals.com stops by to introduce himself to the HomeFix Listeners. Busy show with caller questions about cracking garage slabs, finishing wood around a fireplace, removing kitchen sinks from laminate counter tops, vinyl windows loosing seals, replacing faucet washer seats, raising sunk concrete, and kitchen sprayer problems. Joe talks about seasonal changes in our houses and what to look out for in the coming month.
The HomeFix Show | 14 SEP 2013 Heather and Steve from Woodcraft sit in with Joe to talk about the upcoming Woodworking Expo! They talk about the store and Heather explains about the trending project of darkening up cabinets. Joe goes through the different types of counter tops we have to choose from, as well as how to frame in a door where a window was. Callers are encouraged to bring building left overs to Second Chance Building Materials as …
The HomeFix Show | 7 SEP 2013 Short show today (one hour) because of the BSU Football game. Joe talks with Craig Frame a roofer and storm damage expert about the recent hail storm and what can happen to our homes we might not see right away. Joe also talks about a listener question of dealing with contractors after a water damage event, and we learn about the Idaho City Homes tour.
The HomeFix Show | 31 AUG 2013 Polymeric sand installation correction is discussed on this weekend’s show. Joe also asks what to so with old magazines besides just recycling them. More advice on pressure washing to clean your house and what damage can be done. How to clean moss off roofs and what to do to keep it from coming back. Callers ask about price differences on roofing from box store install vs. independent contractors,and interior vs exterior caulkings, and …
The HomeFix Show | 24 AUG 2013 Pressure Washers are featured with Guest- Carl Eickenberg from Power Equipment Plus.com. Carl helps us with advice of what to look for when buying a PW and how to use them safely. Ken Liston from The Filter Factory Outlet Store and Randy Funk Home Inspector also sit in on the show and talk about indoor air quality and what home inspectors need to do during an inspection and what training they have to …