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Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney is taking your calls and answering questions on home improvements, remodeling, design and building. Whether you do it yourself or hire a professional he can help you make sure you have the right tips and tools. Educating you on the latest products, trends and techniques.
Episodes
Thursday Apr 22, 2021
Thursday Apr 22, 2021
Have a garage you can’t even park in? A home where things never seem to all fit? A whole-home organization system might be just the answer you need to bring peace to chaos.
In this episode, Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc., talks with Ken Keeling of Tailored Living, featuring PremierGarage about home and garage organization systems. With custom solutions, Tailored Living offers homeowners premium, yet affordable, options.
Listen to learn about:
- Meet Ken Keeling and Tailored Living, featuring PremierGarage. (Time stamp: 02:03)
- Why you shouldn’t clear out or clean up before an organizer sees the area you want help with. (Time stamp: 13:51)
- What to expect from an appointment and space evaluation. (Time stamp: 17:28)
- Next steps once you decide to have a custom storage system installed. (Time stamp: 18:02)
- How long is a typical install? What happens if it will take more than a day? There is furniture or other big/heavy items to move? (Time stamp: 20:26)
- What about warranties? (Time stamp: 22:28)
- Is there a general price range for common jobs? What am I likely to get for that amount? (Time stamp: 23:20)
- What about planning for seasonal clothing storage? (Time stamp: 28:15)
- Organizing your kitchen and/or pantry with a personalized system. (Time stamp: 30:22)
- Why wire systems often fail. (Time stamp: 33:18)
- What about commercial needs? (Time stamp: 34:44)
- Organizing your kitchen and/or pantry with a personalized system. (Time stamp: 30:22)
- Systems customized for height and ability. (Time stamp: 37:40)
- What about garage systems and uneven, cracked or pitted concrete floors? (Time stamp: 38:40)
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with Ken! (Time stamp 41:17)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 41:27)
- If you get a hole in a sock, do you throw both of them away? (Time stamp: 41:44)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 42:00)
- What’s your favorite ice cream flavor? (Time stamp: 42:05)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 42:21)
- Do you have any dogs right now? (Time stamp: 42:23)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 42:43)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 43:11)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 43:19)
- Favorite book or recent book you read, other than the Bible? (Time stamp: 43:40)
- If you weren’t doing your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 44:12)
I truly appreciate the knowledge Ken Keeling of Tailored Living, featuring PremierGarage shared with the audience. If you’re thinking of organizing an area of your home or even your entire garage, contact them for an appointment!
Thanks once more to 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area for supporting Skinny On The Home. If you’re considering spring and summer projects, I recommend you visit them right away. There are some delays in getting supplies and 84 Lumber can help you with your project timeline. They have fair prices, outstanding customer service, and a wide range of products. They can even special order custom products for that personal style you want. Visit them today!
Skinny On The Home is a live call-in radio show, airing every Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. on Lifechanging Radio, WJMM, in Central Kentucky. Every week, Skinny shares both the latest trends and designs along with the tried and true tips, techniques and tools you need to make your remodel a success.
Listen to past podcast episodes of Skinny On The Home on Podbean, Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
Recommended Products and Services:
Tailored Living, featuring PremierGarage
kkeeling@tailoredliving.com
221 A Industry Parkway
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 621-7510 or (859) 305-1849
84 Lumber
facebook.com/84lumberlexingtonky
2345 Palumbo Drive
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 269-3384
WJMM Radio
99.1 FM
Lifechanging Radio!
3950 Lexington Rd
Versailles, KY 40383
Studio Telephone: (859) 873-8096
WJMM@ckcradio.com
Skinny On The Home host:
Jimmy McKinney, CGR, CAPS
J & R Construction
youtube.com/user/JnRConstruction
Lexington Office
633 West Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 225-0162
Owensboro Office
121 East 2nd Street, Suite 151
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 570-2891
Thursday Apr 01, 2021
Thursday Apr 01, 2021
When your overhead garage door suddenly stops working, it can be a big inconvenience, and more than a little annoying. Especially if it happens on a day when it’s raining! What can be even worse is when it essentially traps you in your home. That’s why you need an overhead door company that will respond quickly - often the same day - like Absolute Overhead Door.
In this episode, Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc., talks overhead doors with James McArter of Absolute Overhead Door. Learn why you shouldn’t use WD40 on your overhead garage door, why you should have a maintenance plan for the largest mechanical piece of your home or business, and much more!
Listen to learn about:
- Meet James McArter and Absolute Overhead Door. (Time stamp: 02:11)
- How Absolute Overhead Door stayed in business, despite when the pandemic hit. (Time stamp: 08:52)
- Turning your garage into living space. (Time stamp: 11:02)
- How does weather affect your garage door? Do they need regular maintenance? (Time stamp: 14:10)
- Why does Absolute take the time to educate their clients? (Time stamp: 16:15)
- What you absolutely should never DIY on your garage door. (Time stamp: 17:26)
- Why your garage door is more complex than you realize. (Time stamp: 20:16)
- How does a garage door maintenance plan save you money? (Time stamp: 23:30)
- What about commercial garage doors? (Time stamp: 29:23)
- What kind of safety features should your overhead door have? (Time stamp: 30:29)
- A bit about Absolute’s virtual garage door designer. (Time stamp: 34:25)
- Absolute Overhead Door is HIRING! (Time stamp: 35:57)
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with James! (Time stamp 41:17)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 41:33)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 41:46)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 42:02)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 42:22)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 43:00)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 43:37)
- Favorite book or recent book you read, other than the Bible? (Time stamp: 43:52)
- If you weren’t doing your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 44:31)
Thanks once again to James McArter of Absolute Overhead Door for sharing his expertise. With their free estimate offer, Absolute Overhead Door is way ahead of any competition. Unlike others, they will come out and tell you what is wrong with your garage door, and what it needs, with no obligation. With quality service like this, you know you can trust them to fix what’s wrong with precision and integrity.
As always, I’m very grateful to 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area for supporting Skinny On The Home. As they shared with me, lumber prices are crazy right now. And, no, they don’t have any idea when they might go back down. (And, by the way, no, lumber companies are not making a fortune right now. There are a lot of factors that go into lumber pricing.) But regardless of what’s happening in the market, you can always count on 84 Lumber to have fair prices, outstanding customer service, and a wide range of products for all your projects. Visit them today for your home improvement needs!
Skinny On The Home is a live call-in radio show, airing every Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. on Lifechanging Radio, WJMM, in Central Kentucky. Every week, Skinny shares both the latest trends and designs along with the tried and true tips, techniques and tools you need to make your remodel a success.
Listen to past podcast episodes of Skinny On The Home on Podbean, Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
Recommended Products and Services:
Absolute Overhead Door
office@absolutedoor.net
youtube.com/user/absoluteoverheaddoor
3600 Chamberlain Lane
Suite 818
Louisville, KY 40241
(859) 900-2520
84 Lumber
facebook.com/84lumberlexingtonky
2345 Palumbo Drive
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 269-3384
WJMM Radio
99.1 FM
Lifechanging Radio!
3950 Lexington Rd
Versailles, KY 40383
Studio Telephone: (859) 873-8096
WJMM@ckcradio.com
Skinny On The Home host:
Jimmy McKinney, CGR, CAPS
J & R Construction
youtube.com/user/JnRConstruction
Lexington Office
633 West Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 225-0162
Owensboro Office
121 East 2nd Street, Suite 151
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 570-2891
Thursday Mar 18, 2021
Thursday Mar 18, 2021
Whether performing home improvement tasks yourself or hiring someone, it’s important to have the right insurance coverage. But what you’ll need, how much you’ll need, and when you’ll need it varies by situation. And it can be somewhat confusing and overwhelming for homeowners.
In this episode, Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc., asks David Thornton, President of Greater Lexington Insurance several questions about homeowners insurance. What kind of coverage do you need when doing home renovations? Repairs? Having contractors at your home? They discuss it all so you can have peace of mind during all your home improvement projects.
Listen to learn about:
- Meet David Thornton and Greater Lexington Insurance. (Time stamp: 02:13)
- Do home improvement sole proprietorships have to carry worker’s compensation insurance? (Time stamp: 04:41)
- What happens if the plumber, for instance, gets hurt working in my house? (Time stamp: 06:09)
- Why having even a simple written contract can help protect you as a homeowner. (Time stamp: 07:31)
- If an accident or poor workmanship results in damages, what will my homeowners cover? (Time stamp: 10:23)
- The differences between being a certificate holder or insurance sharer, and the benefits of each. (Time stamp: 11:43)
- What can a homeowner do if a contractor only carries a small amount of insurance? (Time stamp: 16:22)
- Contractor myths and fears about insurance. (Time stamp: 19:17)
- What about theft from my home? (Time stamp: 20:54)
- How does homeowners cover large, ongoing projects that take longer and increase home value? (Time stamp: 24:33)
- Who is liable for accidents while a structure, such as an addition, is still being built? (Time stamp: 28:18)
- Is there coverage for building materials? (Time stamp: 30:53)
- How often should homeowners review their policy with their insurance agent? (Time stamp: 37:32)
- What about vehicle coverage in regards to home improvement projects? (Time stamp: 39:29)
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with David! (Time stamp 42:18)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 42:31)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 42:48)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 43:13)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 43:28)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 43:37)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 43:57)
- Favorite book or recent book you read, other than the Bible? (Time stamp: 44:02)
- If you weren’t doing your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 45:03)
Thanks once again to David Thornton of Greater Lexington Insurance for sharing his expertise. From understanding what to cover, to the proper amount of coverage, steering you in the right direction is their speciality. You can trust Greater Lexington Insurance to provide exceptional customer care, accurate advice, and top notch coverage.
As always, I’m very grateful to 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area for supporting Skinny On The Home. With spring here, their massive inventory is freshly stocked with supplies for those spring projects. Add that to their knowledgeable staff, and 84 Lumber is your one-stop place for almost everything home improvement.
Skinny On The Home is a live call-in radio show, airing every Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. on Lifechanging Radio, WJMM, in Central Kentucky. Every week, Skinny shares both the latest trends and designs along with the tried and true tips, techniques and tools you need to make your remodel a success.
Listen to past podcast episodes of Skinny On The Home on Podbean, Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
Recommended Products and Services:
Greater Lexington Insurance
dthornton@greaterlexins.com
info@greaterlexins.com
1066 Wellington Way
Lexington, KY 40513
(859) 224-2477
Kentucky Department of Labor Workers’ Compensation Information
Kentucky Department of Labor Workers’ Claims Coverage Lookup Tool
84 Lumber
facebook.com/84lumberlexingtonky
2345 Palumbo Drive
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 269-3384
WJMM Radio
99.1 FM
Lifechanging Radio!
3950 Lexington Rd
Versailles, KY 40383
Studio Telephone: (859) 873-8096
WJMM@ckcradio.com
Skinny On The Home host:
Jimmy McKinney, CGR, CAPS
J & R Construction
youtube.com/user/JnRConstruction
Lexington Office
633 West Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 225-0162
Owensboro Office
121 East 2nd Street, Suite 151
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 570-2891
Thursday Mar 11, 2021
Thursday Mar 11, 2021
The right siding displays the character and curb appeal of your home. In this episode, Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc., talks with Marcus Lake of 84lumber.com about the latest siding products. From high quality fiber cement to durable stone, learn how to give your home a facelift and better protection with new products from 84 Lumber!
Listen to learn about:
- Meet Marcus Lake and 84 Lumber. (Time stamp: 01:22)
- Why 84 Lumber doesn’t carry vinyl siding. (Time stamp: 11:15)
- Why Marcus recommends Hardie or Allula siding. (Time stamp: 13:23)
- Hardie siding prefinished, warranty length, and more. (Time stamp: 15:59)
- Why you still need to paint portions of prefinished products. (Time stamp: 18:19)
- How to be cautious when selecting an installer. (Time stamp: 20:11)
- How to use a mix of products for siding and trim. (Time stamp: 21:30)
- Tips on installing nickel gap. Plus, knowing the appropriate size for siding. (Time stamp: 23:07)
- Classic board and batten siding. (Time stamp: 28:00)
- Shaker siding. (Time stamp: 30:11)
- Why Marcus also recommends AZEK PVC products. (Time stamp: 33:56)
- Know your proper siding and trim measurements for the best protection. (Time stamp: 37:57)
- Easy to install stone siding? Yes - Versetta Stone. (Time stamp: 39:27)
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with Marcus! (Time stamp 40:42)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 40:53)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 41:29)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 41:41)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 42:27)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 42:47)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 43:34)
- Favorite book or recent book you read, other than the Bible? (Time stamp: 43:39)
- If you weren’t doing your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 44:02)
Thank you once again to Marcus Lake and 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area. With an inventory of thousands of products, they have nearly everything you need for your build or remodel, big or small. Add to that a friendly, knowledgeable staff, like Marcus, and 84 Lumber can’t be beat. Visit them for all your home improvement needs.
Skinny On The Home is a live call-in radio show, airing every Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. on Lifechanging Radio, WJMM, in Central Kentucky. Every week, Skinny shares both the latest trends and designs along with the tried and true tips, techniques and tools you need to make your remodel a success.
Listen to past podcast episodes of Skinny On The Home on Podbean, Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
Recommended Products and Services:
84 Lumber
facebook.com/84lumberlexingtonky
linkedin.com/in/marcus-lake-360a138b/
2345 Palumbo Drive
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 269-3384
The Duration® Family of paints by Sherwin Williams
WJMM Radio
99.1 FM
Lifechanging Radio!
3950 Lexington Rd
Versailles, KY 40383
Studio Telephone: (859) 873-8096
WJMM@ckcradio.com
Skinny On The Home host:
Jimmy McKinney, CGR, CAPS
J & R Construction
youtube.com/user/JnRConstruction
Lexington Office
633 West Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 225-0162
Owensboro Office
121 East 2nd Street, Suite 151
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 570-2891
Thursday Feb 25, 2021
Thursday Feb 25, 2021
A professional window installer outlines window brands he likes and recommends, and even shares a Pro Tip on how homeowners can calculate a rough estimate on the cost of replacing their windows. All on this episode of Skinny On The Home!
Proper windows, correctly installed, are crucial to a home’s integrity. When windows are bad, you can have hidden rot and mold. But the options in windows can be overwhelming. How do you know what kind to buy? What kind of cost are you talking? Are there ways to know if your windows need to be replaced? And what in the world is pocket replacement versus full frame replacement? Does one cost more than the other? To answer all these questions, Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc., hosts Josh Hocker of Morgan’s Installers. Together, they help homeowners sort through window options, installation specifics and estimating costs.
Listen to learn about:
- Meet Josh Hocker and Morgan’s Installers. (Time stamp: 01:56)
- What is Josh’s favorite window to work with? Vinyl and fiberglass recommendations. (Time stamp: 07:16)
- Why quality is key. (Time stamp: 09:55)
- Wood window options and recommendations (Time stamp: 13:06)
- What about the old standby, Anderson windows? (Time stamp: 15:00)
- Why higher end doors and windows have their own installation teams. (Time stamp: 16:20)
- Clad window options. (Time stamp: 17:53)
- Metal window and storm window options. (Time stamp: 21:21)
- Average window pricing. (Time stamp: 24:39)
- PRO TIP: How to calculate your own rough installation estimate. (Time stamp: 26:25)
- How to know if you need to replace your windows. (Time stamp: 30:10)
- What is pocket fit replacement? (Time stamp: 32:27)
- What is full frame replacement? (Time stamp: 34:46)
- Insulating and spray foam. (Time stamp: 38:13)
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with Josh! (Time stamp 40:41)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 40:59)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 41:30)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 41:48)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 42:09)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 42:39)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 43:05)
- Favorite book or recent book you read, other than the Bible? (Time stamp: 43:35)
- If you weren’t doing your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 44:14)
A HUGE thank you again to Josh Hocker of Morgan’s Installers for sharing his knowledge and expertise with us!
And thank you again to Skinny On The Home sponsor, 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area. With an inventory of thousands of projects and a friendly, knowledgeable staff, 84 Lumber can get you what you need for any project. They stock numerous new products, and are happy to special order products they don’t have on hand.
Skinny On The Home is a live call-in radio show, airing every Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. on Lifechanging Radio, WJMM, in Central Kentucky. Every week, Skinny shares both the latest trends and designs along with the tried and true tips, techniques and tools you need to make your remodel a success.
Listen to past podcast episodes of Skinny On The Home on Podbean, Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
Recommended Products and Services:
Morgan’s Installers
facebook.com/morgansinstallers
(859) 608-7202
morgansinstallers@gmail.com
Simonton (PlyGem) Windows and Doors
Rogers Windows
500 Blue Sky Pkwy
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 299-1349
84 Lumber
2345 Palumbo Drive
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 269-3384
WJMM Radio
99.1 FM
Lifechanging Radio!
3950 Lexington Rd
Versailles, KY 40383
Studio Telephone: (859) 873-8096
WJMM@ckcradio.com
Skinny On The Home host:
Jimmy McKinney, CGR, CAPS
J & R Construction
youtube.com/user/JnRConstruction
Lexington Office
633 West Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 225-0162
Owensboro Office
121 East 2nd Street, Suite 151
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 570-2891
Thursday Jan 21, 2021
Thursday Jan 21, 2021
When it comes to gutters, there are numerous styles, materials, maintenance needs, systems to keep leaves and debris out of your gutters, and much more to consider. On this episode of Skinny On The Home, Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc. answers frequently asked questions about gutters and how to care for them to protect your foundation, along with your basement or crawl space.
Get the answers to these questions:
- What are gutters and what do they do? (Time stamp: 04:20)
- How do I know that my gutters need attention? (Time stamp: 05:29)
- What is a warning sign that I might get water in my basement or crawl space over time? (Time stamp: 08:09)
- Do you always want to replace gutters or can they be repaired? (Time stamp: 12:22)
- How long do gutters last? (Time stamp: 12:42)
- What are vinyl gutters? (Time stamp: 15:57)
- Why do we use continuous aluminum gutters? (Time stamp: 16:56)
- Do we need to replace the wood facia behind the gutters? (Time stamp: 18:20)
- Why do my existing gutters have holes in them? (Time stamp: 21:11)
- My gutters look good and are only a few years old but water is getting behind them. What might be wrong? (Time stamp: 22:22)
- How long does it take to install gutters? (Time stamp: 23:31)
- How do I clean my gutters? (Time stamp: 24:08)
- What type of gutters should I get for my type of roofing? (Time stamp: 26:39)
- Am I covered by insurance if someone were to get hurt working on my gutters or roof? What coverage do I need or should I look for a contractor to have? (Time stamp: 27:10)
- How can I fill rain barrels and divert water when they are full? (Time stamp: 32:12)
- Can you get gutters to match trim color? (Time stamp: 33:00)
- Are gutter screens that keep out leaves a good idea? (Time stamp: 33:46)
- Do you have to drill holes in a roof to install a gutter guard? (Time stamp: 37:37)
We send thanks once again to Skinny On The Home sponsor, 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area. The team at 84 Lumber can get you almost everything you need for any building project. With an inventory of over 10,000 products, including numerous new products, combined with the ability to special order your perfect products, 84 Lumber is the go-to place for all your home improvement supplies.
Skinny On The Home is a live call-in radio show, airing every Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. on Lifechanging Radio, WJMM, in Central Kentucky. Every week, Skinny shares both the latest trends and designs along with the tried and true tips, techniques and tools you need to make your remodel a success.
Listen to past podcast episodes of Skinny On The Home on Podbean, Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
Recommended Products and Services and How to Get in Touch:
84 Lumber
2345 Palumbo Drive
Lexington, Kentucky 40509
(859) 269-3384
WJMM Radio
99.1 FM
Lifechanging Radio!
3950 Lexington Rd
Versailles, Kentucky 40383
Studio Telephone: (859) 873-8096
WJMM@ckcradio.com
Josh Fawcett, Production Manager
J & R Construction
Skinny On The Home host:
Jimmy McKinney, CGR, CAPS
J & R Construction
youtube.com/user/JnRConstruction
Lexington Office
633 West Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 225-0162
Owensboro Office
121 East 2nd Street, Suite 151
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 570-2891
Thursday Jan 07, 2021
Thursday Jan 07, 2021
Most home improvement projects have a typical sequence. Knowing this standard approach can give peace of mind and better planning. On this episode of Skinny On The Home, Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc. gives homeowners ideas, planning help, and estimated timelines for projects.
Listen to learn the typical sequence of home renovation and construction:
- Getting started. (Time stamp: 06:57)
- Knowing if you need a construction company or a specific project company or handyman. (Time stamp: 07:45)
- Using a design and design software. (Time stamp: 08:53)
- Shopping for your design elements. (Time stamp: 11:02)
- Setting up a trades walk-through. (Time stamp: 13:30)
- Approving the final proposal. (Time stamp: 14:53)
- Beginning production. (Time stamp: 15:41)
- Using an online progress, timeline, and communication system. (Time stamp: 18:08)
- Ongoing work with a designer. (Time stamp: 21:35)
- Installing safety and health precautions during work. (Time stamp: 24:47)
- Projecting a total timeline and budget from start to finish. (Time stamp: 25:46)
- Example stories of projects. (Time stamp: 28:37)
Another BIG thanks to Skinny On The Home sponsor, 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area. The price of lumber has come back down again and the team at 84 Lumber can get you what you need for any project. An inventory of over 10,000 products, including numerous new products, coupled with a knowledgeable, friendly staff, 84 Lumber is the first choice for your home improvement supplies.
Skinny On The Home is a live call-in radio show, airing every Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. on Lifechanging Radio, WJMM, in Central Kentucky. Every week, Skinny shares both the latest trends and designs along with the tried and true tips, techniques and tools you need to make your remodel a success.
Listen to past podcast episodes of Skinny On The Home on Podbean, Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
Recommended Products and Services and How to Get in Touch:
84 Lumber
2345 Palumbo Drive
Lexington, Kentucky 40509
(859) 269-3384
WJMM Radio
99.1 FM
Lifechanging Radio!
3950 Lexington Rd
Versailles, Kentucky 40383
Studio Telephone: (859) 873-8096
WJMM@ckcradio.com
Josh Fawcett, Production Manager
J & R Construction
Skinny On The Home host:
Jimmy McKinney, CGR, CAPS
J & R Construction
youtube.com/user/JnRConstruction
Lexington Office
633 West Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 225-0162
Owensboro Office
121 East 2nd Street, Suite 151
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 570-2891
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
We’re finally almost out of 2020. It’s been a crazy year with changes and events unlike any other in recent history. As a fitting end, show host Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc. gives a whirlwind review of Skinny On The Home throughout 2020. Listen to this entire episode to glean both the wisdom and the highlights of this historic year.
Listen to learn about:
- January: Aging in place, Universal Design, and handicap / mobility solutions. (Time stamp: 04:16)
- February and March: Home updates that pay off and what to do when you’re stuck at home. (Time stamp: 12:36)
- April and May: Small business trade partner segments; highlighting businesses and services in our area. (Time stamp: 15:10)
- K&J Cleaning | facebook.com/centralkycleaning
- Antoine Adams Painting | facebook.com/Antoine-Adams-Painting-LLC-875589899236261
- Classic Drywall and Classic Insulation | classicdrywallky.com | classicinsulationky.com
- Anointed Hands Painting | facebook.com/AnointedHandsPainting
- Sorrell and Sons Plumbing | facebook.com/Sorrell-and-Sons-Plumbing-Company-105998347678707
- Threewire Electric | 3wireelectric.com/index.html
- June, July, August and September: Selling and buying homes; Plus outdoor improvements, including decks, patios, enclosures, and more. (Time stamp: 20:30)
- #1 Kentucky Home Inspections | 1kentuckyhomeinspections.com
- 46Solutions | 46solutions.com
- Joey Doom: Liberty Mutual Insurance | libertymutual.com/agent/joeydoom
- David Miller: Fifth Third Mortgages | mortgageadvisors.53.com/ky/lexington/2051-pleasant-ridge-drive
- Scott Pfeiffer & Co. | spclandscape.com/
- Urban Toolbox Real Estate | urbantoolboxllc.com/
- October: National Day of Repentance and Prayer and ministry; Plus the price of lumber and supplies, screened-in porches, home offices, and more. (Time stamp: 30:26)
- The Return: National Day of Repentance and Prayer | TheReturn.org
- 84 Lumber | 84Lumber.com
- City For The Nations | cityforthenations.com/
- November and December: Interior design, home insulation and more. (Time stamp: 36:58)
- Thermapro Insulation | thermaproky.com/
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with Skinny -- Jimmy answers his own Bonus Round questions! (Time stamp 39:13)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 40:16)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 41:20)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 42:22)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 43:08)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 43:28)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 43:35)
- Favorite book or recent book you read? (Time stamp: 43:37)
- If you weren’t doing your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 43:43)
As always, thanks to Skinny On The Home sponsor, 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area for supporting Skinny On The Home in 2020! The price of lumber has come back down again now and the team at 84 Lumber can get what you want for any project. With an inventory of over 10,000 products, including brand new products, 84 Lumber is the go-to for all your home improvement needs.
And thanks to the Building Institute of Central Kentucky for supporting Skinny On The Home in 2020! At the Building Institute of Central Kentucky, you get the education and training needed to secure a skilled trades license. They offer night courses for in-demand skills in HVAC, plumbing, electrical and carpentry. Don’t put off working toward your journeyman’s license any longer!
Skinny On The Home is a live call-in radio show, airing every Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. on Lifechanging Radio, WJMM, in Central Kentucky. Every week, Skinny shares both the latest trends and designs along with the tried and true tips, techniques and tools you need to make your remodel a success.
How to Get in Touch:
Listen to past podcast episodes of Skinny On The Home on Podbean, Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
WJMM Radio
99.1 FM
Lifechanging Radio!
3950 Lexington Rd
Versailles, Kentucky 40383
Studio Telephone: (859) 873-8096
WJMM@ckcradio.com
Skinny On The Home host:
Jimmy McKinney, CGR, CAPS
J & R Construction
youtube.com/user/JnRConstruction
Lexington Office
633 West Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 225-0162
Owensboro Office
121 East 2nd Street, Suite 151
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 570-2891
Thursday Dec 03, 2020
Thursday Dec 03, 2020
Baby, it’s cold outside! When it comes to keeping your home comfortable throughout the winter months, most homeowners consider the standard recommendations for insulating their homes. But what are some other things you can do to stay warm and save money on home heating?
An expert in the topic of home insulation, home comfort and winterizing, John Galluzzo of ThermaPro Insulation, LLC joins Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc. to talk about insulation needs and solutions homeowners may not even know about.
Listen to learn about:
- Meet John Galluzzo and ThermaPro. (Time stamp: 02:21)
- The #1 heat loss source. (Time stamp: 05:06)
- Why your insulation may be doing you little good. (Time stamp: 07:57)
- The differences in spray foam insulation. (Time stamp: 10:49)
- Fiberglass blown insulation recommendation: BIBS (Blown-In-Blanket System). (Time stamp: 11:44)
- The benefits of radiant foil. (Time stamp: 12:15)
- How to efficiently insulate narrow wall and ceiling cavities. (Time stamp: 13:31)
- Why closed cell insulation can hide big roof issues. (Time stamp: 16:26)
- How having your heating unit in a conditioned area saves big money. (Time stamp: 17:30)
- Why you should have your insulation checked before ever replacing an HVAC system or your windows. (Time stamp: 20:28)
- What exactly cellulose insulation is and why it’s not a good solution. (Time stamp: 26:00)
- Air sealing is critical. Here is where you need it. (Time stamp: 27:56)
- Why you need to be careful to not make a home too air tight. (Time stamp: 32:58)
- Air leak points and product recommendations. (Time stamp: 37:30)
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with John! (Time stamp 40:36)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 41:01)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 41:23)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 41:51)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 42:18)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 43:30)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 42:46)
- Favorite book or recent book you read? (Time stamp: 43:16)
- If you weren’t doing your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 44:05)
Thanks once more to John Galluzzo of ThermaPro Insulation, LLC of Lexington, KY. Contact ThermaPro for insulation solutions, all year round. They can save you hundreds, even thousands of dollars, while helping you keep your home comfortable in any weather.
Another BIG thanks to Skinny On The Home sponsor, 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area. The price of lumber has come back down again and the team at 84 Lumber can get you what you need for any project. An inventory of over 10,000 products, including numerous new products, coupled with a knowledgeable, friendly staff, 84 Lumber is the first choice for your home improvement supplies.
Skinny On The Home is a live call-in radio show, airing every Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. on Lifechanging Radio, WJMM, in Central Kentucky. Every week, Skinny shares both the latest trends and designs along with the tried and true tips, techniques and tools you need to make your remodel a success.
Listen to past podcast episodes of Skinny On The Home on Podbean, Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
Recommended Products and Services and How to Get in Touch:
John Galluzzo, Co-owner
Thermapro Insulation, LLC
facebook.com/ThermaPro-Insulation-LLC-460248951080225/
(859) 227-8677
Lexington, KY
WJMM Radio
99.1 FM
Lifechanging Radio!
3950 Lexington Rd
Versailles, Kentucky 40383
Studio Telephone: (859) 873-8096
WJMM@ckcradio.com
Skinny On The Home host:
Jimmy McKinney, CGR, CAPS
J & R Construction
youtube.com/user/JnRConstruction
Lexington Office
633 West Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 225-0162
Owensboro Office
121 East 2nd Street, Suite 151
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 570-2891
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
In this Part 2 of Home Maintenance Things You Should Be Doing but Probably Aren’t, Jimmy Skinny McKinney shares more do-it-yourself projects for smart home improvement and maintenance. With the holidays on their way, get into the mood early by hitting your home maintenance and improvement list now.
Listen to learn about:
- Quick overview of the recommendations from Part 1 of this discussion. (Time stamp: 01:38)
- Why you should clean tv remotes. (Time stamp: 02:44)
- How and why to clear showerheads. (Time stamp: 03:30)
- Why fully cleaning hair brushes is a healthy habit. (Time stamp: 04:36)
- How to get the gunk off a shower curtain or shower doors. (Time stamp: 05:29)
- Why keeping a homeowner’s journal is wise. (Time stamp: 07:38)
- Listener Question: Any recommendations for how to repair a garage electrical plug that isn’t working? (Time stamp: 09:40)
- Why clearing dryer vents is a safety issue. (Time stamp: 13:12)
- Adding shower shelves. (Time stamp: 16:45)
- Why and how to seal leaks that lose heat. (Time stamp: 17:25)
- Why checking and changing HVAC filters is necessary. (Time stamp: 20:02)
- Why your garage door safety shutoff needs attention. (Time stamp: 21:49)
- How to help extend the life of a garage door. (Time stamp: 23:53)
- Why cleaning and organizing the refrigerator is important for safety and health. (Time stamp: 25:16)
- How to more easily clear drains. (Time stamp: 27:31)
- How to remove grease from rangehood filters. (Time stamp: 28:59)
- One way to help prevent smudges on appliances. (Time stamp: 30:26)
- How to get funky smells out of upholstery. (Time stamp: 32:12)
- Why you should replace your toilet brush often. (Time stamp: 33:11)
- A trick for cleaning under the fridge without moving it. (Time stamp: 34:20)
- Extend the life of electronics with careful cleaning. (Time stamp: 35:54)
- How checking for high water pressure saves money and protects your home. (Time stamp: 37:54)
- Where you should check for rodent nests. (Time stamp: 39:42)
- How to check that the garage door is properly balanced. (Time stamp: 40:38)
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with Skinny himself!
How will he answer the Bonus Round questions he regularly asks his guests? (Time stamp 41:38)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 41:47)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 42:13)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 42:21)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 42:23)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 42:32)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 42:39)
- Favorite book or recent book you read? (Time stamp: 42:43)
- If you weren’t in your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 42:51)
Once more, a huge thank you to our Skinny On The Home sponsor, 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area. No matter the home improvement project, the team at 84 Lumber is ready to help you get everything you need and the advice to help you as well. With an inventory of over 10,000 products, the ability to custom order anything special you want, and a knowledgeable, friendly staff, 84 Lumber is your destination for home improvement supplies and advice. There are three locations in the Lexington area to serve you, as well as locations across the country, if you don’t live in the Lexington region!
Skinny On The Home is a live call-in radio show, airing every Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. on Lifechanging Radio, WJMM, in Central Kentucky. Every week, Skinny shares both the latest trends and designs along with the tried and true tips, techniques and tools you need to make your remodel a success.
Recommended Products and Services and How to Get in Touch:
Get the full list of The 51 Things Most Homeowners Aren’t Doing But Need To at
https://www.familyhandyman.com/list/things-most-homeowners-arent-doing-but-need-to/
Again, a special thanks and a shout-out to FamilyHandyman.com for this great list!
WJMM Radio
99.1 FM
Lifechanging Radio!
3950 Lexington Rd
Versailles, Kentucky 40383
Studio Telephone: (859) 873-8096
WJMM@ckcradio.com
Skinny On The Home host:
Jimmy McKinney, CGR, CAPS
J & R Construction
youtube.com/user/JnRConstruction
Lexington Office
633 West Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 225-0162
Owensboro Office
121 East 2nd Street, Suite 151
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 570-2891