Fix It 101
By: MPB Think Radio
Language: en
Categories: Education, Leisure, Hobbies, Home, Garden
Do you have a leaky faucet? Would you like to put a ceiling fan in your bedroom? Or maybe you want to mount a flat screen TV to the wall? Welcome to Fix It 101!Whether it’s a plumbing problem or an electrical question, call in and find out if you can do that home repair yourself or if you need to call a professional. You may be handier than you think you are!Have a question or comment? Email the show: fixit101@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Fix It 101 | Homeowner's Insurance with Robert Aiken
Jan 07, 2026HOSTS: Pam Pybas, licensed contractor, ASHI certified home inspector and owner of Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Robert Aiken from R. W. Aiken Insurance Agency Inc.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We're back for the new year at a new time, and for the first show, Pam welcomes Robert Aiken to talk about homeowner's insurance.
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Duration: 00:47:07Fix It 101 | Holiday Service Calls
Dec 17, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Patton Ford from Ford Plumbing and Air.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Patton Ford is back to talk about holiday service calls with Pam. They answer listener questions and speak with special guest and creator of Fix-It 101, Jason Klein.
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Duration: 00:46:35Fix It 101 | Tools and Gadgets
Dec 10, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, licensed contractor, ASHI certified home inspector and owner of Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior Foundation
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Get your Christmas Lists ready! Pam and Todd are talking about the must-have tools and gadgets for the handyman or woman in your life this holiday season.
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Duration: 00:46:15Fix It 101 | Holiday Decoration Safety
Dec 03, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It's time for people to put up holiday decorations, so Pam talks about child and pet proofing your tree, fire prevention, and more ways to safely enjoy your Christmas decor.
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Duration: 00:46:48Fix It 101 - Classic | Natural Gas Safety
Nov 26, 2025Original Air Date: 10-15-2025
HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Patton Ford from Ford Plumbing and Air.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Residential gas explosions are on the rise, so Pam and Patton decide to talk about natural gas. They talk about gas leaks, natural gas and carbon monoxide detectors, pilot lights, gas lanterns, and more.
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Fix It 101 | Weatherizing Your Water Pipes
Nov 19, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Patton Ford from Ford Plumbing and Air.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Patton Ford is back to talk about water with Pam. They talk about shut-off devices, weatherizing pipes, and more to help homeowners prepare for freezing temperatures.
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Duration: 00:47:17Fix It 101 | Windows and Doors
Nov 12, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, licensed contractor, ASHI certified home inspector and owner of Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior Foundation
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Todd talk about windows and doors.
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Duration: 00:46:15Fix It 101 | Mold and Mildew
Nov 05, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam is preaching about mold and mildew prevention and removal. She talks about different home maintenance practices in different climates, bathroom ventilation, pros and cons of bleach and concrobium, and more.
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Duration: 00:45:33Fix It 101 | Gas Logs and Chimney Maintenance
Oct 29, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It's getting cooler, so it's time to get our chimneys cleaned. Pam is joined by Sed Bledsoe from Fireplace Chimney Sweep Solutions to talk about cleaning and maintaining your fireplace, the difference in vented and ventless gas logs, and more.
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Duration: 00:46:07Fix It 101 | Home Horror Stories
Oct 22, 2025HOST: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam is joined by MPB Staff, Jas N Smith and Abram Nanney, during this DRIVE TIME episode of Fix It 101. They talk about DIY Halloween costumes, ghostly encounters, creepy crawl spaces, construction nightmares, and more.
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Duration: 00:39:23Fix It 101 | Natural Gas Safety
Oct 15, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Patton Ford from Ford Plumbing and Air.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Residential gas explosions are on the rise, so Pam and Patton decide to talk about natural gas. They talk about gas leaks, natural gas and carbon monoxide detectors, pilot lights, gas lanterns, and more.
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Duration: 00:47:19Fix It 101 | Slab Foundations
Oct 08, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, licensed contractor, ASHI certified home inspector and owner of Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior Foundation
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Todd are back in the studio together again to talk about slab foundations. They talk about floating doors, jacking pads, elevated homes, and more.
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Duration: 00:47:15Fix It 101 | Inspecting Crawl Spaces and Attics
Oct 01, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam talks home inspecting and how she checks those hard-to-get-to areas like crawl spaces and attics.
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Duration: 00:46:44Fix It 101 | Back in the Saddle
Sep 24, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam is back from vacation and answering listener questions in between talking about leaves in your gutters and squirrels in your attic.
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Duration: 00:47:41Fix It 101 | Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall
Sep 17, 2025HOSTS: Special guests Patton Ford and Mark Bowman with Ford Plumbing and Air
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam is on vacation, so Patton Ford and Mark Bowman are in the studio to talk about plumbing, air conditioning, and gas issues they've seen this summer, and what to look out for as the weather gets cooler.
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Duration: 00:47:02Fix It 101 | Seasonal Foundation Issues
Sep 10, 2025HOSTS: Special guest host Todd Sandridge with Superior Foundation
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam is on vacation, so Todd Sandridge is in the queen's chair to talk about foundation problems he's seen throughout the summer and issues to look out for as the weather gets cooler.
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Duration: 00:48:00Fix It 101 | Diagnosing Problems
Sep 03, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam discusses how to diagnose and solve problems in your home.
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Duration: 00:47:30Fix It 101 | Historic Homes and Hurricane Katrina
Aug 27, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guests Jennifer Baughn, Chief Architectural Historian for the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, and Jeff Rosenberg, Mississippi Gulf Coast National Heritage Area Historic Preservation Coordinator for the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam welcomes Jennifer Baughn and Jeff Rosenberg to the show to talk about their work with restoring historic homes and buildings in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
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Duration: 00:47:32Fix It 101 | Venting
Aug 20, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Patton Ford from Ford Plumbing and Air.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Patton talk about plumbing vents, bathroom exhaust fans, how and when to clean pipes, and more.
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Duration: 00:47:29Fix It 101 | Remembering Katrina with Todd Sandridge
Aug 13, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, licensed contractor, ASHI certified home inspector and owner of Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior Foundation
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Todd joins Pam once again as they remember Hurricane Katrina. They talk about cleanup and repair efforts after the storm, memories from the storm and aftermath, and tips to prepare your home for a disaster.
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Duration: 00:46:24Fix It 101 | We Got the Pams Back Together!
Aug 06, 2025HOST: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest, interior designer Pam Rogers.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam Rogers is back once again! The Pam's talk design trends, paint sheens, wallpaper, and more!
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Duration: 00:46:31Fix It 101 | Help Your A/C Beat the Heat
Jul 30, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam talks air conditioner problems, when to purchase a new A/C system, how to clean your condensate drain line, and more.
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Duration: 00:46:57Fix It 101 | Mississippi Solar
Jul 23, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest John Wilbanks from Mississippi Solar.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and John talk about how to save energy with solar power, which panels and batteries are best and where to install them, solar laws and scams, and more.
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Duration: 00:46:58Fix It 101 | The Sewage Expert
Jul 16, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guests Patton Ford and William Brannan from Ford Plumbing and Air.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam, Patton, and sewer specialist William talk stop valves, meter boxes, polybutylene pipe, scoping sewer lines, bellys in sewer lines, A/C condensation, and more.
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Duration: 00:45:55Fix It 101 | Foundation Faults and Fixes
Jul 09, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior Foundation
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Todd talk foundation. They answer some emails and phone calls about foundation levels, crawl space ventilation, tree root damage, gutters, and more.
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Duration: 00:46:46Fix It 101 | Catching Up on Emails
Jul 02, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: The Fix It 101 email has been sending some of your questions to the junk folder, so Pam took the opportunity to answer recovered email questions about home inspecting, bathroom ventilation, sink holes, rust removal, concrobium, and more!
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Duration: 00:46:40Fix It 101 - Classic | A/C Probs and Wood Rot
Jun 25, 2025Original Air Date: 07-10-2024
HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Air conditioning units (and all the drama that comes with 'em), wood rot, gutters, and other summer stuff.
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Duration: 00:48:01Fix It 101 | Preemptive Plumbing Practices
Jun 18, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Patton Ford with Ford Plumbing and Air.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Patton talk scoping sewer lines, air conditioner condensate drains, leaky windows, banging pipes, and more.
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Duration: 00:46:42Fix It 101 | Cooling Down a Southern Home
Jun 11, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior Foundation
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Todd talk about different suggestions for cooling down your home in the South and answer listener questions about insulating crawl spaces and more.
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Duration: 00:46:47Fix It 101 | Roofing with Kurt Welch
Jun 04, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Kurt Welch from True Roofing & Contracting, LLC.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Kurt talk about different types of roofs, roof maintenance, when to submit an insurance claim, and more.
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Duration: 00:46:55Fix It 101 | Blunders and Boo-Boos
May 28, 2025HOST: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today is another open topic show. Pam shares some mistakes she's made over the years as a homeowner and home inspector, and our callers chime in with their own "boo-boos."
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Duration: 00:45:22Fix It 101 | Water Heaters with Crockett Ford
May 21, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Crockett Ford with Ford Plumbing and Air.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Crockett break down the pros and cons of different types of water heaters on the market, which maintenance projects you can do yourself, and which ones require a professional. And listeners call in with their DIY water heater projects and tips to keep your appliances energy efficient and smelling clean.
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Duration: 00:46:44Fix It 101 | Subsurface Water and Hydrostatic Pressure
May 14, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior Foundation
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam says, "Water is the biggest enemy of the house." Pam and Todd talk about the rainfall across the state over the weekend, subsurface water, and how important drainage is to protect your foundation against damage caused by subsurface water and hydrostatic pressure.
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Duration: 00:48:04Fix It 101 | Breakers and Fuses and Generators, Oh My!
May 07, 2025HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam welcomes Tim White to the show to talk about electrical work and electrical classes for homeowners. What electrical problems can be solved on your own? When should you call a professional? And how can you get basic training to confidently do it yourself?
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Duration: 00:47:46Fix It 101 | Cold Plunge
Apr 30, 2025HOST: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It's Pam's first week as the solo host, so she takes a cold plunge into the host's chair with an open topic show.
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Duration: 00:47:27Fix it 101 | Volunteer Week w/ Merrill McKewen!
Apr 23, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It is VOLUNTEER WEEK at MPB, so all of our local shows are trying to incorporate the theme in some way. Our guest of honor is Merrill McKewen, head honcho of the Mississippi Capitol Area branch of Habitat for Humanity.
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Duration: 00:48:22Fix it 101 | One Last Open Topic w/ Lacey!
Apr 16, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It's an open-topic palooza! Pam and Lacey talk a little bit of everything, and Lacey makes an announcement.
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Duration: 00:47:31Fix it 101 | Buyers Beware!
Apr 09, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We talk a little about curb appeal but the biggest theme of this episode ends up being how consumers get in bad situations- from faulty products to how to find a reliable contractor.
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Duration: 00:47:39Fix it 101 | Email Drivin'
Apr 02, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It is DRIVE TIME here at MPB, so we're answering emails in between information about how to make donations.
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Duration: 00:52:20Fix it 101 | Spring Chat!
Mar 26, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Hardware store visits, staying safe in the heat, when to know your limits for projects, and more!
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Duration: 00:47:39Fix it 101 | Post-Storm Info
Mar 19, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: After the life-altering storms that came through the state this past weekend, we felt it necessary to discuss more weather topics today, including safe clean-up practices. Please stay safe everyone.
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Duration: 00:47:32Fix it 101 | Weather Woes
Mar 12, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We're talking steps to take both pre and post-bad weather today! From drainage systems to contractor hiring we chat about all the things you need to know now that tornado season is here.
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Duration: 00:47:13Fix it 101 | Springtimes
Mar 05, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Spring is among us! Listen here to find out what Pam's been working on, as well as a special shout out to the ladies in this industry to celebrate women's history month!
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Duration: 00:47:03Fix it 101 | Kim Jent Joins The Party!
Feb 26, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest, executive director of the MS Housing Institute, Kim Jent.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Who better than Kim Jent to tell us why The Mississippi Housing Institute provides education, both online and in the classroom, to keep contractors certified here in the state of Mississippi? We also discuss AC units and concrete houses (?)!
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Duration: 00:47:18Fix it 101 | The Return of Pam Rogers!
Feb 19, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest, interior designer Pam Rogers.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam Rogers is BACK! The guru of all things interior design joins the show once again to discuss design trends, the Pantone color of the year, and more!
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Duration: 00:46:39Fix it 101 | Honey-Dos and Honey-Don'ts!
Feb 12, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Lacey discuss projects that you can do for a loved one this Valentines Day!
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Duration: 00:46:56Fix it 101 | He-Shed, She-Shed!
Feb 05, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Lacey discuss the do's and don'ts of all things storage!
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Duration: 00:46:38Fix it 101 | The Return of Patton Ford!
Jan 29, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Special guest Patton Ford with Ford Plumbing and Gas is BACK! He answers plumbing questions, chats with Pam about water testing, and we try to sneak in a little bit of water heater discussion at the end!
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Duration: 00:47:31Fix it 101 | Inspections
Jan 22, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam tells us all about inspections and we take lots of calls about pipes! Also, we discuss a space heater recall and space heater safety!
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Duration: 00:47:37Fix it 101 | Good Energy
Jan 15, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Pam and Lacey discuss energy efficiency and how to do better for the planet (and your wallet!) during these winter times!
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Duration: 00:46:57Fix it 101 | What's the Vibe, 2025?
Jan 08, 2025HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: HAPPY NEW YEAR! Lacey and Pam discuss 2025 resolutions, maintaining your home during the cold, and we talk quite a bit about dogs in this episode!
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Duration: 00:47:40Fix it 101 CLASSIC | Potties and Peacocks
Jan 01, 2025HAPPY NEW YEAR! To keep our podcast-listeners satiated until we return from break, here's one of our favorite episodes from the year.
HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Our last show of July is a real laugh fest as we discuss peacocks on one of Pam's client's roof before an email question about a new toilet sets the tone for the rest of the show.
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Duration: 00:47:47Fix it 101 INSTANT CLASSIC | Wintertimes
Dec 25, 2024MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!! We are all off today but still wanted to send you a podcast to enjoy :) Here's an episode from earlier this month where we go in-depth about winter stuff!
HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Chatting about Wintertime Stuff! We tackle crawlspaces, insulation, stoves, gas, and more!
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Duration: 00:50:20Fix it 101 | Pet-Friendly Homes w/ Pippa!
Dec 18, 2024HOSTS: Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Elizabeth "Pippa" Jackson from Animal Rescue Fund (ARF) of Mississippi
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: For the holiday season, we thought it would be fun to have a pet-friendly episode! Pam, Pippa, Lacey, and Pam's Chiweenie, Margeaux, are in the studio discussing how you can keep your fur-babies safe during the holidays.
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Duration: 00:47:23Fix it 101 | Open Topic w/ Abram!
Dec 11, 2024HOSTS: Abram Nanney, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: In-house superstar and Everyday Tech host Abram Nanney is filling in for Lacey this week, so Pam and Abe are letting our listeners ask whatever home improvement questions they like!
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Duration: 00:47:48Fix it 101 | Wintertimes
Dec 04, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Chatting about Wintertime Stuff! We tackle crawlspaces, insulation, stoves, gas, and more!
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Duration: 00:50:20Fix it 101 | Plumbing w/ Patton Ford!
Nov 20, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Special guest Patton Ford with Ford Plumbing and Gas is in the house! He answers plumbing questions of all kinds from leaks to water heaters and beyond!
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Duration: 00:47:57Fix it 101 | Novemburrr
Nov 13, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It's almost Thanksgiving, and this week we're grateful for concrete floors, AC units, and Pam talking at length about her upcoming colonoscopy. We also briefly touch on ROI and prepping for holiday guests!
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Duration: 00:50:09Fix it 101 | Gadgets and Gizmos Aplenty
Nov 07, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: The holiday season is among us, and you may be considering buying some smart home technology for a loved one! From security to thermostats to smart speakers, we discuss some of the gadgets and gizmos on the market right now.
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Duration: 00:48:01Fix it 101 | Scams and Screams!
Oct 30, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It's Halloween eve so we're keeping the scary topics going! We discuss homeowners getting scammed, maintanance workers ticking off Pam and Lacey, and other ghoulishly frustrating things!
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Duration: 00:47:30Fix it 101 | Home Maintenance NIGHTMARES!
Oct 23, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Is there anything spoookier than Lacey Alexander being out this week? Well, yes- some home improvement projects can turn into some REAL nightmares if homeowners aren't careful. Here to share some horrifying maintenance stories is Pam, and filling in for LA is the lovely Marissa Vaughn! Special thanks to Abram Nanney for engineering this episode (and telling a gross story about breaking his leg).
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Duration: 00:46:27Fix it 101 | Chimney Chat w/ Sed Bledsoe!
Oct 16, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Right now is a great time to get a chimney inspection and cleaning. Today we welcome back Sed Bledsoe from Fireplace Chimney Sweep Solutions to tell us the advantages of cleaning your chimney this time of year.
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Duration: 00:47:35Fix it 101 | Homeowning
Oct 09, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander and Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: October has arrived whether we like it or not. The cooler temps, the leaves falling from the trees, and whole new set of maintenance items. So we look at a few of those and things every new homeowner should do after completing the sale. And as always we are here to help with your home improvement projects.
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Duration: 00:48:03Fix it 101 | Drive Time = Story Time
Oct 02, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander and Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today’s episode is going to be a bit different! We’ll be tackling some email questions and hearing some of Pam’s favorite stories and tips while we discuss Drive Week! Abram and Kevin will have a few breaks here to tell you how to contribute.
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Duration: 00:53:46Fix it 101 | Little Bit of Everything!
Sep 25, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander and Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Curb appeal... etc.! We discuss our original topic for a bit but we also help callers with gutters, flooring, and checking the MSBOC board.
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Duration: 00:47:47Fix it 101 | Fixin' Fundamentals
Sep 18, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander and Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Back to Basics today! Pam talks about some essential knowledge/tools that everyone should have. We also help callers with cleaning tile showers and painting an older home.
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Duration: 00:47:20Fix it 101 | Foundation Facts w/ Todd Sandridge!
Sep 11, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Todd Sandridge with Superior Foundation
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We have some laughs (and some very informative conversation) with Todd about the unique issues facing Mississippians who want to build homes in the state. Our soil is not great for foundation, but Todd says not all hope is lost!
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Duration: 00:48:04Fix it 101 | Bugs
Sep 04, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We talk about bugs... and snakes... and all the other creepy crawlies you DON'T want in your home!
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Duration: 00:48:04Instant Classic: The Pam Show
Aug 29, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Pam Rogers.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It's the double-Pam show! Jeff is out this week so we brought in Madison County-based interior design guru Pam Rogers to talk about design elements and how a designer works to help you live in the home of your dreams. We also get an update on the dishwasher conundrum from the last episode and talk about smoking indoors (bleh)!
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Duration: 00:47:38Fix it 101 | Inspecting 101
Aug 28, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: When was the last time your home underwent a professional inspection conducted by a licensed home inspector? If your response begins with hesitation or uncertainty, then this is the program designed for you. From the most apparent issues to the tiniest imperfections, a Home Inspector's role isn't to critique your residence but to ensure that your home and its various systems are functioning optimally to provide a comfortable living environment.
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Duration: 00:48:07Fix it 101 | Pam's in Canada!
Aug 14, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Gir
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It's an open topic show! Pam is joining us via Zoom (she's on vacation in Canada, we're not jealous or anything) and we let the callers take the wheel!
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Duration: 00:47:46Fix it 101 | Trade School w/ Patrick Etheredge!
Aug 07, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Patrick Etheredge with Build Mississippi
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: In honor of it being back-to-school time for many Mississippi schools, the morning shows at MPB Think Radio are all talking about education-related topics. We brought in Patrick Etheredge, VP of Build Mississippi, to talk about trade school and why more Mississippians should consider careers in trades!
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Duration: 00:47:46Fix it 101 | Potties and Peacocks
Jul 31, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Our last show of July is a real laugh fest as we discuss peacocks on one of Pam's client's roof before an email question about a new toilet sets the tone for the rest of the show.
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Duration: 00:47:47Fix it 101 | Fix It for Beginners, Part 2!
Jul 24, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We continue talking about beginner-friendly tasks you can do around your home, plus we think one of our listeners might have a ghost in his washing machine... Scary!
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Duration: 00:47:51Fix it 101 | Beginner Tasks and Glass Doors
Jul 17, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We talk a bit about our originally planned topic of tasks for beginners before a stubborn glass door takes over the convo!
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Duration: 00:47:53Fix it 101 | A/C Probs and Wood Rot
Jul 10, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Air conditioning units (and all the drama that comes with 'em), wood rot, gutters, and other summer stuff.
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Duration: 00:48:01Fix it 101 | Home Building w/ Monica Saulters!
Jul 03, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Special guest Monica Saulters joins us to discuss her Home Building/Construction business, and we get into the importance of having female voices in this industry (and heck, all the others!)
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Duration: 00:47:13Fix it 101 | Water Here, Water There, Water Everywhere!
Jun 12, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We talk a lot about water today and how it can be bad for your home- standing water, condensation in the foundation, plumbing issues and more.
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Duration: 00:47:06Fix it 101 | Electric Slide
Jun 05, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Storms in Mississippi are a brewin', so Pam and Lacey chat about generators and tips to protect your electric systems while power outages are possible.
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Duration: 00:48:08Fix it 101 | Summer Stuff
May 29, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: No Jeff again this week so Pam and Lacey talk about summertime projects, staying safe in the heat, roofs, etc.
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Duration: 00:47:38Fix it 101 | Interior Design w/ Pam Rogers!
May 22, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and special guest Pam Rogers.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It's the double-Pam show! Jeff is out this week so we brought in Madison County-based interior design guru Pam Rogers to talk about design elements and how a designer works to help you live in the home of your dreams. We also get an update on the dishwasher conundrum from the last episode and talk about smoking indoors (bleh)!
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Duration: 00:47:38Fix it 101 | Peculiar Pam and Jarred Jeff
May 15, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: It's an open-topic show this week so any chances of staying on a certain subject are out the window, BUT we do open the show with a mystery that Pam needs help with and some things that irritate Jeff. Other topics include Bondo and cleaning plumbing spaces (which Lacey particularly did not enjoy.)
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Duration: 00:47:03Fix it 101 | Summer, Snakes, and (Washing) Soda!
May 08, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Mississippi summers are no joke, so we're talking about the heat and pests that come with May in the Magnolia State. Pam talks about how to make a better-than-bleach cleaning solution at home, and we talk about snakes for a LONG time (This is what happens when Jeff leaves us unsupervised).
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Duration: 00:47:50Fix it 101 | How Refreshing!
May 01, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Let's talk about refreshing your space! Painting is a very easy way to bring new life to a house or a room. But all paints are not the same and there some tips to follow make your next painting job a breeze. Also, we’ll touch on old stuff lying around and when its time to treat/replace old stuff like wood.
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Duration: 00:47:27Fix it 101 | Roofs, Etc.
Apr 24, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: The roof on your house will not last forever, but keeping your roof in good shape can extend its life well beyond its years. And on the opposite side if you neglect your roof, there could be problems all throughout your house. Also, Pam talks about some wild things she saw at her recent inspections.
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Duration: 00:48:29Fix It 101 | DIY Terms, Phrases, and Words
Apr 17, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: When it comes to home improvement and construction there are many terms, phrases, and words that can leave people and projects lost in translation. On today's show we break down the meaning of all the strange jargon you sometimes hear when going on DIY adventures!
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Duration: 00:48:16Fix It 101 | Spring Maintenance List
Apr 10, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Spring is a season when lots of renovations and changes happen around the house, and we're here to help! If you don't know where to start, we've got a nice simple spring maintenance to-do list to get you started on all your spring projects.
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Duration: 00:43:50Fix It 101 | Air Conditioning Maintenance
Apr 03, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We've made it to April which means the unpredictability of the spring months is among us. Join Pam and Jeff as they break down how to best maintain your air conditioning units as we rapidly approach the scorching Mississippi summer.
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Duration: 00:45:59Fix it 101 | General Topic 03/27/2024
Mar 27, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
It's a general topic show this week on Fix It 101 as Pam and Jeff take on any questions brought on in this post-drive time week of MPB Think Radio programming. Join us as we answer questions about many topics from shingles to chicken coops and so much more!
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Duration: 00:45:51Fix It 101 | Pool Maintenance
Mar 13, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
Guest: Sheri Derden of Bob's Pools.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today on the program we want to prepare Mississippi for the hot summer months and offer information on pool maintenance. What do you need to keep your pool, in or above ground, clean and working right? Do you need any sort of permits? How do you know your water is safe? What are some good tools to have to best maintain your pool...
Duration: 00:45:55Fix It 101 | Adding On
Mar 06, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today on the program we discuss taking on new additions. From reboarding your deck to renovating your kitchen we have just the advice to go ensure you take just the right steps to make your add on the best it possibly can be! As always, we welcome any home questions you may have.
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Duration: 00:45:10Fix It 101 - BONUS | LIVE! From The Home Show
Mar 04, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Happy Home Show to all who celebrate! We are LIVE at the Clyde Muse Center today! Home and garden shows are always a great place to find home improvement inspiration and the certified builder to help with that project. The three of us are here to enjoy all of the booths and vendors that are available and talk about home improvement on a SATURDAY! Also, we are here for any home impro...
Duration: 00:43:23Fix It 101 | Organization
Feb 28, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Getting organized can seem like a monumental task, but if everything has a space to call its own, organization can be achieved very easily. So let’s talk new shelving and cabinets. We will discuss the do’s and don’ts when putting up new shelving and cabinets and answer any home improvement questions you may have this morning.
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Duration: 00:47:46Fix It 101 | Home Owners' First Impressions
Feb 21, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Today on the program we want to take advantage of this pleasant spring weather and talk about curb appeal. From rejuvenating your front porch to adding eye-catching windows we have just the advice to create a lovely first impression. Let’s see if we can’t fix up that front porch, maybe even install some new windows and make your curb appeal even better than before. And as always, we welcome any home q...
Duration: 00:46:57Fix it 101 | Wood Rot Woes
Feb 14, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Wood rot can ruin a deck faster than a pack of termites and be really damaging to your home. Between your home improvement calls and emails we will talk about wood rot and other home improvement checklist items that would be great to tackle this Spring season.
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Duration: 00:45:24Fix It 101 | Safety First
Feb 07, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: Many DIY Projects start with a spark, an idea, on making your home better and more efficient, or after binging your favorite home makeover show. However, some projects can come with a risk of harming yourself, so matter how inspired you are, remember safety first! Today we look at common DIY injures and how you can avoid them. Also, what projects require a permit before you start working?
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Duration: 00:47:03Fix It 101 | Back to the Basics
Jan 31, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: We're back after a brief hiatus and we want to take you back to the basics. When it comes to home improvement and renovations, you do not have to be a licensed professional to complete some awesome DIY projects and fixes.
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Duration: 00:47:28Fix It 101 - Instant Classic | Happy New Year 2024
Jan 24, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: The new year is here and now is the time to plan your year of home improvement. ‘tis the season to start planning the future and there’s no time like the present, so Pam, Jeff, and I are gonna chat about what big projects you can go ahead and start planning. We’d love to take your calls today about your home-related New Years resolutions and what big projects you have in st...
Duration: 00:47:40Fix It 101 - Classic | Inspections with Pam and Lacey
Jan 17, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: When was the last time your home underwent a professional inspection conducted by a licensed home inspector? If your response begins with hesitation or uncertainty, then this is the program designed for you. From the most apparent issues to the tiniest imperfections, a Home Inspector's role isn't to critique your residence but to ensure that your home and its various systems are functioning optimally to provide a comfortable living environment.
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Fix It 101 | Inspections with Pam and Lacey
Jan 10, 2024HOSTS: Lacey Alexander, Pam Pybas, ASHI certified inspector at Inspect It Like a Girl, and licensed contractor Jeff Salmons from House Works.
TOPIC(S) DISCUSSED: When was the last time your home underwent a professional inspection conducted by a licensed home inspector? If your response begins with hesitation or uncertainty, then this is the program designed for you. From the most apparent issues to the tiniest imperfections, a Home Inspector's role isn't to critique your residence but to ensure that your home and its various systems are functioning optimally to provide a comfortable living environment.
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