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The HomeFix Show | 18 DEC 2010 Insulation is today’s topic.  Joining Joe on the show today is Jim Schultz and Steve Mendoza from Gale Insulation.  The group discusses the soon to expire tax credits and the Idaho Power incentives.  They talk about the different types of insulation and where they are best used.  Also, the blower door efficiency testing service to determine leakage for manufactured homes is explained and how owners can have this performed for free.  Callers ask about excessive …

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The HomeFix Show | 11 DEC 2010 Suprises show up in remodeling and Joe tells about a few he found in a bathroom project.  Also, he answers the question of “Is there standard sizes to Kitchen cabinets”.  The frost on your roof might be telling you a story and Joe tells you what it might mean.  And, what are reality TV shows on home improvement doing to us and are they creating unrealistic expectations.

The HomeFix Show | 4 DEC 2010 You may have missed this show, as it aired earlier than usual due to the BSU Bronco Pre-game Show.  Joe talks about installing a wood floating floor over concrete slabs, water penetration through flashing due to the recent weather issues, and a review of the Idaho Power insulation incentive and how that actually translates into dollars with an example at Joe’s home.  A caller asks about if her gas bill seems out of the ordinary and discusses expectations and how …

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The HomeFix Show | 27 NOV 2010 Staying warm is todays topic and Joe takes the listeners through an Insulation Tutorial on how and why it works and how and when to consider payback as part of your decisions.  Callers ask about room to room temprature differences, closing off basement heat to save energy, and how to make decks not so slippery.

The HomeFix Show | 20 NOV 2010 Joe babbles on and on about some useless stuff everybody already knows.  Not really, just checking to see if you read these intros!  On todays show, Joe teaches how to clean out clogs in bathroom sink and tub drains.  Also how to balance a ceiling fan to stop the wiggle, and mounting a flat screen TV on a rock fireplace wall.  A caller asks about radiant electric heat problems and what to do …

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The HomeFix Show | 13 NOV 2010 Cordless tools make great Christmas gifts and Joe give his advice on what to look for in batteries and the tools.  Also, he talks about a 30 second disposal fix, doors that are installed backwards, and why it is important to clean out your gutters.  Callers ask about painting a wood stove and a 3 way switch that is not working right.

The HomeFix Show | 6 NOV 2010 An early show broadcast today as the BSU Broncos kick off mid day.  Joe gives advice on Exterior painting when the weather is cool and which paints to use, how and why to replace plastic dome skylights, how to fix cracks in asphalt driveways, how to replace bathtub and shower caulking, why you should know how to shut off your gas, water, and power supplys, and what not to use WD-40 for.

The HomeFix Show | 30 OCT 2010 Joe helps to remind us about Winter preparations like deck nail removal and setting for easier snow shoveling, and which shovels to use for different decks.  A reminder to inspect masonry chimney caps and cleaning fallen leaves from roof valleys.  Also to keep firewood away from house walls and why.  A listener asks about roof turss movement and drywall cracks.

The HomeFix Show | 23 OCT 2010 It’s more Winter prep on HomeFix. Joe gives tips on rolling up and storing hoses, crack filling concrete driveways and sidewalks, and cautions newcomers to Idaho about using salt for melting ice. He also helps you diagnose bathroom vent fan issues. Jeff from Solid Earth Solutions gives some downspout drainage tips and Joe takes calls from listeners about expansion joint replacement and putting in a pet door.

The HomeFix Show | 16 OCT 2010 Time to start thinking Winter.  Joe gives tips on closing foundation vents, adjusting thresholds, and storing power wquipment for the winter.  Callers ask about water hammer issues, how to seal a warped door, and a chipping grout line between tile and a wood floor.  Also, the winner is announced for the Campbell Hausfeld compressor kit give away.