Tim Noteboom takes 20 plus years as a contractor and home inspector to the airwaves. He answers questions from listeners who need help with home repairs big and small – this guy knows it all. From foundation to finish work, catch Mr. Fix-It exclusively on The Mighty 790 KFGO.
IN THIS EPISODE:
Tim talks about those early summer projects that involve walking around the house. Checking out window casings that sit close to the ground for rot or wear. Bulking up the DIRT, not just the landscaping, around your foundation to make sure water is moving away from your home and not settling back towards it.
We get into a lot of tips about keeping critters out of your attic and from below decks/porches. In fact, the conversation is mostly based around people who ALREADY have critters camping out where they shouldn’t be. Tim has a pro-tip for you when it comes to rabbits.
“The rabbits will come directly to the edge of a concrete staircase, deck or whatever and dig straight down. Adding more dirt there won’t stop them from coming back and just digging again. Instead, dig down and bury a piece of wire mesh about one foot from the edge and then cover with dirt. When the rabbit returns to that “sweet spot” they will dig and be stopped by the mesh. you may need to put the dirt back one more time, but the rabbits will move onto a new home when they can’t get any lower.”
Tim also talks to a listener who is experience an expanding door. Without having to shave down the door, Tim suggests checking the hinges to see if they have adjusted over the years. A new set of longer screws can make a world of difference and keep your door moving easily.
All of this and some tips on screen doors, removing stain from vinyl siding and so much more!
The next Mr. Fix-It will be Wednesday, July 3rd from 1-2pm on The Mighty 790 KFGO during “It Takes Two with Amy and JJ”
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