The HomeFix Show | 24 MAY 2014 Memorial Day weekend! Learn about proper carpet cleaning and Empowered Water from Dave at Zerorez of Boise. Dave does a radio demonstration of the power of water you will have to see on your radio. Joe also talks about lifting shingles and how to fix them, a cleaning window screens.
The HomeFix Show | 17 MAY 2014 A better than usual appearance on the show by Stanley Johnson from Heating Equipment Company. Not that they are all not good, this one was exceptional because of really great calls from the listeners. Joe also talked about stains on siding, occupancy sensors, and cabinet refinishing kits. Callers asked about attic fans, foor removal challenges, and single hung window hardware. Pastor Joseph and Carlos join in to talk about the Lloyal to One …
The HomeFix Show | 10 MAY 2014 PART TWO of the Healthy House Institute sponsored programs on smarter and healthier living and the homes that make it possible. Mark Hixson from Earth Craft Construction and Carl Simpson from Renewable Energy North West LLC sit in as our panel to discuss how homes are built, why and where the industry is going. PART ONE aired on February 22 and the podcast is available here.
The HomeFix Show | 3 MAY 2014 Cutting Edge Kitchens is our feature guest today and the owner, Ben Kalkman sits in with Joe to talk about counter tops and kitchen remodeling. Callers ask choosing tops and floor tile as well as deck refinishing, sinks and counter tops for antique furniture conversions, pantry floor options, cleaning up after a flood, and floor issues on a concrete basement slab. Joe also talks about Dryer vents and bird nests, and Farm House …
The HomeFix Show | 26 APR 2014 Melissa, Suzie, and Julie from the Filter Factory Outlet are in studio to talk about filtration and race cars! Really! Suzie’s Husband Ryan is the driver of the #22 Pepsi Sprint Car and 3rd in points last year. Hear about the car, racing and oh yeah, filters! Also Tom Lay from Habitat from Humanity is in for the 7 AM hour to talk about habitat and the one day house build coming up on May …
The HomeFix Show | 19 APR 2014 Tom Bury from the hit TV show, Restaurant Impossible talks with Joe about the show and how he can make over a business in less than 48 hours. Jay Pearson from Viewpoint Windows is in studio to talk about window replacement and choices we have for our homes. Mystery solved! Joe discloses the truth about last weeks electrical stumper, rekeying locks, and a siding inspection. And special guest, Mark Hewes from Mission Aviation …
The HomeFix Show | 12 APR 2014 Ryan DeArmnet from Channellock talks with Joe about the tools and the Channellock company and how and why they make tools in the USA. Joe steps in it deep when he tries to give simple advice on extension cords. Who knew there was so much interest in resistance! Also discussed is refinishing a deck, lawn edging choices, and recent EPA thoughts on wood stoves.
The HomeFix Show | 5 APR 2014 Randy Funk sits in as our expert guest today and discusses some of the recent “finds” on inspections as well as a warning for those with radiant barriers in their attics. Meth is also explained as to how extensive it really is in our community and how a home can be tested for it. Callers ask about crawlspace plastic covering, Radon, failing TREX decking, and adding roof insulation. Joe talks about storm chasers …
The HomeFix Show | 29 MAR 2014 A lot of heating and cooling as Stanley Johnson from Heating Equipment Co talks about Lennox and repairing and maintaining our homes HVAC systems. Several callers offer praise for Stanley’s company and their good work and others ask questions about duct cleaning, stained brick, and radiant barriers.
The HomeFix Show | 22 MAR 2014 It is all about Spring Cleaning on the show today. Joe goes through his philosophy and personal journey through decluttering and getting rid of unnecessary things in in life. How to free up space and enjoy the openness of less. Simple living principles come out throughout the show. Don McNeal from Monkey Bars is the 8 AM guest and tells us about his innovative storage solutions, cabinets, and floor treatments for garages. And Sara is …