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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 Oct 08, 2020
Thursday Oct 08, 2020
Fall is here and it’s time to get the house spruced up and that maintenance list completed before winter hits. On this episode, get the “skinny” from Skinny as he shares numerous simple and quick do-it-yourself home maintenance and mini home improvement projects you should be doing, but probably aren’t.
Listen to learn about:
- How to help prevent fires in your dryer and vents. (Time stamp: 02:50)
- How to increase water pressure from your faucets. (Time stamp: 05:42)
- How to reduce oven smells from spills and debris. (Time stamp: 07:01)
- How to increase airflow through your bathroom vents. (Time stamp: 07:53)
- How to reduce potential infestation and smells in your trash cans. (Time stamp: 08:59)
- How to remove dust and properly air out mattresses. (Time stamp: 09:46)
- How to easily dust and clean your walls. (Time stamp: 10:40)
- How to maintain your refrigerator. (Time stamp: 12:34)
- How to wash your deck to prolong its life. (Time stamp: 14:15)
- How to maintain your dishwasher and your washing machine by… washing them. (Time stamp: 15:31)
- How to eliminate smells from your garbage disposal. (Time stamp: 17:13)
- How to increase the safety of your fireplace. (For this one, you may need to hire a pro.) (Time stamp: 17:52)
- How to clean stains from your vinyl siding. (Time stamp: 19:39)
- How to make your attic more efficient and help prevent winter condensation. (Time stamp: 22:09)
- How to clean and maintain weep holes. (Time stamp: 24:37)
- How to reduce germs on your doors without tarnishing the finish. (Time stamp: 25:59)
- How to check your HVAC condensate line. (Time stamp: 27:53)
- How to help extend the life of your water heater. (Time stamp: 28:47)
- How to maintain your outdoor lighting. (Time stamp: 30:52)
- How to thoroughly clean the closets themselves. (Time stamp: 32:30)
- How to remove germs on your lightswitches without damaging your wall paint or finishes. (Time stamp: 34:02)
- How to properly clean your computer keyboard. (Time stamp: 34:51)
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with Brad, aka “The Bottom Line”, our former show producer! (Time stamp 39:18)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 39:20)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 41:22)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 41:26)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 41:37)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 41:56)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 42:13)
- Favorite book or recent book you read? (Time stamp: 42:22)
As always, sending a big thanks to Skinny On The Home sponsor, 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area. With fall upon us and winter soon here, the team at 84 Lumber is ready to help you get everything you need for your end of the year projects. With an inventory of over 10,000 products, a knowledgeable, friendly staff, and the ability to custom order exactly what you need, 84 Lumber is your go-to place for home improvement supplies and advice.
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/
Special thanks and a shout-out to FamilyHandyman.com for this 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
Thursday Aug 27, 2020
Thursday Aug 27, 2020
With historically low mortgage interest rates, the housing market is extremely hot. COVID-19, along with other factors, has created fierce competition in this seller’s market, and homes are selling in mere days. Buyers need to be aware of what is happening in their local real estate markets, as well as knowing what steps they should take if they are looking to buy.
Host Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc. and Trey McCallie of Urban Toolbox, LLC and TreyMccallie.com give insight into the current housing market. If you are even considering potentially selling or buying a home soon, you’ll want to listen to this episode.
Listen to learn about:
- The increasing scarcity of undeveloped land. (Time stamp: 01:30)
- Meet Trey McCallie. (Time stamp: 03:30)
- Whether or not now is a good time to get into real estate. (Time stamp: 07:40)
- The differences between a real estate agent and a real estate broker. (Time stamp: 10:12)
- An alternative to the normal agent-broker revenue split. (Time stamp: 14:28)
- A broker can work for more than one agency. (Time stamp: 15:56)
- The wildly active real estate market right now and how it’s affecting prices. (Time stamp: 18:16)
- How COVID-19 created a seller’s market. (Time stamp: 19:30)
- The stats on how fast homes are selling and why sellers need to be prepared to move immediately. (Time stamp: 20:46)
- How to set the expectations of your clients as a real estate agent. (Time stamp: 24:26)
- Why houses and commercial spaces are so expensive in today’s market. (Time stamp: 28:14)
- Truths buyers need to know, and actions they need to take, if they want to buy in the near future. (Time stamp: 35:16)
- Preparations sellers need to make to sell their home. (Time stamp: 34:05)
- Home inspections for sellers before listing and buyers before buying. (Time stamp: 35:46)
- Advice for sellers and buyers. (Time stamp: 39:49)
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with Trey! (Time stamp 41:46)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 41:48)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 42:42)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 43:12)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 43:41)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 44:27)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 44:53)
- Favorite book or recent book you read? (Time stamp: 44:57)
- If you weren’t doing your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 45:49)
Once again, a huge thanks to Skinny On The Home sponsor, 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area. The team at 84 Lumber can help you decide what you need for any upcoming fall project. With an inventory of over 10,000 products, and knowledgeable, friendly staff, 84 Lumber will have what you need. Plus, if you need anything custom or special ordered, they are more than happy to get exactly what you want.
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:
Trey McCallie
Founder of Realty One Group Bluegrass
148 Malabu
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 312-7599
& Principal Broker at Urban Toolbox, LLC
P.O. Box 172
Lexington, KY 40588
(859) 608-5183
John Gilles, #1 Kentucky Home Inspections
Home and Commercial Inspections and Radon Testing
facebook.com/1KentuckyHomeInspections
(859) 447-6263
Lexington, KY 40515
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 Aug 20, 2020
Thursday Aug 20, 2020
Landscape design and green scaping can be intimidating with all the choices and varieties of plants, trees, flowers, grasses, hard surfaces, living spaces, and decorative elements. Not to mention proper hard surfaces and pavers. How do you know what will thrive in your yard? How can you be sure your hard surface won’t crack or sink in a couple years?
Radio show and podcast host Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc. is here to help. He’s brought in Scott Pfieffer of Scott Pfieffer & Co. to talk about options and current trends in outdoor spaces and landscaping. As always, Skinny On The Home brings you the advice, designs, ideas, products and techniques you need for your home improvement project, big or small.
Get the how-to on these smart home remodeling DIYs:
- Meet Scott Pfieffer & Co. (Time stamp: 04:14)
- Planning, phasing and considering future costs before starting your outdoor project. (Time stamp: 09:01)
- Why you may need to skip mowing your lawn. (Time stamp: 10:40)
- Current trends in landscaping and outdoor spaces. (Time stamp: 12:04)
- The biggest mistake in outdoor living spaces. (Time stamp: 14:04)
- Appropriately sizing furniture and other elements to fit your space. (Time stamp: 15:51)
- Outdoor fan options and keeping away mosquitos and other bugs. (Time stamp: 17:16)
- Typical design time. (Time stamp: 19:39)
- The importance of working with a landscaper who offers warranties. (Time stamp: 20:46)
- Why there is a big move toward dried laid paving for hard outdoor surfaces. (Time stamp: 21:25)
- What are ICPI standards and why is it critical to follow them? (Time stamp: 23:25)
- Proper layering for firm outdoor foundations that will last. (Time stamp: 25:42)
- Jimmy shares a funny story demonstrating why DIY landscaping doesn’t always work. (Time stamp: 26:26)
- How to avoid “bird-bathing”. (Time stamp: 28:48)
- How proper compacting and friction holds a whole system together. (Time stamp: 30:18)
- Why and how the right system allows you to add additional features, such as outlets, later. (Time stamp: 31:22)
- Choosing the right plants for your region and cold hardiness ratings. (Time stamp: 33:05)
- Creating a living privacy screen. (Time stamp: 36:57)
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with Scott! (Time stamp 38:25)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 38:50)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 39:10)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 39:14)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 39:29)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 39:59)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 40:25)
- Favorite book or recent book you read? (Time stamp: 40:38)
- If you weren’t doing your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 42:02)
Once again, a huge thanks to Skinny On The Home sponsor, 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area. Prices of lumber have been fluctuating due to changes in supply chains from the Coronavirus. But the wonderful people at 84 Lumber can help you decide what to buy and when. If you’re considering an upcoming fall project, you’ll want to get over and talk to them. With an inventory of over 10,000 products, and knowledgeable, friendly staff, 84 Lumber will have what you need and help you start your next project out right.
Recommended Products/Services and How to Get in Touch:
Scott Pfeiffer & Co.
spclandscape.com/Contact-Us.html
facebook.com/ScottPfeifferCo/?ref=hl
houzz.com/pro/ashley2445/scott-pfeiffer-and-co
linkedin.com/in/scott-pfeiffer-22576063
(859) 619-6431
3416 Farmington Road
Lexington, KY 40502
Equipment Rental locations serving Lexington, KY and the surrounding areas:
USDA Plant Hardiness zones, charts and maps
planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/PHZMWeb
84 Lumber
youtube.com/user/84lumbervideos/featured
Main Switchboard
(800) 664-1984
Customer Relations
(800) 487-8422
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 Jul 16, 2020
Thursday Jul 16, 2020
Home improvement and remodeling doesn’t have to be as expensive as it can seem when you peruse home stores and view model home photos in magazines. There are countless ways to achieve the same look or the same livable space while spending a fraction of the “done for you” price.
On this episode, radio show and podcast host Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc., shares several DIY ideas for remodeling on a budget. Joined by project consultant, Daniel Winter, Skinny On The Home has the advice, designs, ideas, products and techniques you need for your home improvement project, big or small.
Get the how-to on these smart home remodeling DIYs:
- First, meet Daniel White, J&R Construction project consultant. (Time stamp: 00:49)
- Upcoming delays in appliance order fulfillment due to COVID-19. (Time stamp: 02:54)
- Why you need to plan now for remodels you want done in a few months. (Time stamp: 06:01)
- Make your own $300 mirror for around $50. (Time stamp: 07:06)
- Increase usable living space for less than $1000. (Time stamp: 08:48)
- Discover where you can get a 100% return on investment in your home. (Time stamp: 09:42)
- Install sleek, hide-away power outlets for function and aesthetics. (Time stamp: 11:50)
- Build your own sofa table. (Time stamp: 13:50)
- Build your own fire pit. (Time stamp: 16:26)
- Build your own ottoman. (Time stamp: 19:40)
- Fix rot on exterior doors and door trim. (Time stamp: 20:48)
- Listener question: How difficult is it to install under cabinet lighting? (Time stamp: 21:48)
- More about fixing rot on exterior doors and door trim. (Time stamp: 24:16)
- What is Bondo® and can I use it as a do-it-yourselfer? (Time stamp: 28:31)
- Increase curb appeal by adding brick or stone. (Time stamp: 33:57)
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with Daniel! (Time stamp 35:27)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 35:42)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 37:14)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 37:21)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 37:29)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 37:47)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 38:06)
- Favorite book or recent book you read (other than the Bible)? (Time stamp: 38:24)
- If you weren’t doing your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 38:56)
Once again, a heartfelt thanks to Skinny On The Home sponsor, 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area. With an inventory of over 10,000 products, 84 Lumber has what you need to complete all your DIY projects. Whether you’re doing a standard project or a custom home remodel, they are the place to go for top notch advice, service, and products. 84 Lumber has locations throughout the country, so visit the one nearest you before you start your next do-it-yourself project.
Recommended Products/Services and How to Get in Touch:
Top 101 Smart Home Remodeling Ideas by Home Stratosphere
https://www.homestratosphere.com/smart-home-remodeling-ideas-on-a-budget/
Follow the information in this article for step-by-step DIY information and instructions on each of the remodeling ideas!
Bondo® by 3M
https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/bondo-us/
Daniel White, Project Consultant
J & R Construction
84 Lumber
youtube.com/user/84lumbervideos/featured
Main Switchboard
(800) 664-1984
Customer Relations
(800) 487-8422
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 Jun 18, 2020
Thursday Jun 18, 2020
Reliable, up-to-date technology, home integration, cyber security and home security are crucial in today’s ever-changing world. Cyber criminals are constantly changing their tactics and new technologies and applications emerge almost daily. Considering that so many necessities are integrated, automated and web-based, we need companies we can trust to provide the hardware and services needed to keep our homes and businesses safely running.
One company you can count on is 46Solutions. And on this episode of Skinny On The Home, radio show and podcast host Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc. dives into the important topics of home security, home automation, internet access and WiFi, voice control, cyber safety, and more with 46Solutions. Whether you’re designing, building or remodeling your home, Skinny always has the advice you need, covering the latest designs, ideas, products and techniques for your home improvement.
You’ll learn about...
- 46Solutions, specialists in cloud integration, IT services, network consulting, cyber security, consumer electronics, home integration, WiFi networks, home theaters, media rooms and more. Plus meet Alex Blanton and Crystal Newton of 46Solutions. (Time stamp: 00:27)
- Why you won’t need a whole new home automation system every 2-3 years like you need new computers every couple years. (Time stamp: 06:35)
- Listener question: My wireless internet (WiFi) doesn’t reach all the areas in my home. Is there a way to fix it? (Time stamp: 08:50)
- Why WiFi extenders don’t always work and a mesh internet network is better. (Time stamp: 10:14)
- Internet service provider options and considering the need for a backup or secondary service. (Time stamp: 12:40)
- The advantages of using a custom integrator. (Time stamp: 15:49)
- Smart mirror televisions (mirror tvs). (Time stamp: 16:52)
- Internet options other than satellite internet when you live in a rural area with spotty reception. (Time stamp: 17:56)
- The coming of 5G, health concerns and what it means for consumers. (Time stamp: 19:28)
- How control of your home system can use your phone, giving you remote access to lighting, HVAC, appliances and much more. (Time stamp: 23:53)
- Availability and different styles of interior and exterior safety and monitoring cameras. (Time stamp: 25:34)
- Tips for choosing the right television for a space. (Time stamp: 27:07)
- How investing in smart home technology increases the value of your home. (Time stamp: 29:08)
- Listener question: Is early adoption and investment in 8K technology worth it? Plus some information about 8K. (Time stamp: 30:02)
- Differences between a media room and a home theater room and what you need to create that movie theater experience. (Time stamp: 32:35)
- Properly traveling movie theater sounds and speakers, including brands and integrations. Plus, outdoor speaker options. (Time stamp: 34:39)
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with Crystal and Alex! (Time stamp: 37:14)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 37:55)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 38:28)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 38:38)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 38:49)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 38:55)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 39:36)
- Favorite book or recent book you read, other than the Bible. (Time stamp: 39:35)
- If you weren’t doing your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 40:19)
Much thanks to our sponsor, 84 Lumber. With multiple locations in and around Lexington, as well as across the country, 84 Lumber is nearby to serve you. They supply both standard and custom wood products along with other necessary components for all your home improvement and building projects. With an inventory of over 10,000 products, they’re bound to have what you’re looking for. And if they don’t, they’re happy to custom order it. Providing top notch products, advice and service, 84 Lumber is the place for all your project needs.
Thanks again to Crystal and Alex of 46Solutions. Contact them for personalized, high quality service for any home or business automation, media technology, internet access, WiFi, device integration or similar need you have. 46Solutions specializes in making sure the devices and services they recommend, repair and install are right for your needs and your budget. They work with a high level of integrity and care you can trust.
Recommended Products/Services and How to Get in Touch:
46Solutions
info@46solutions.com
Crystal Newton, Marketing Manager, 46Solutions
linkedin.com/in/crystal-newton-a9118545/
Alex Blanton, Operations Manager, 46 Solutions
linkedin.com/in/alex-blanton-a1354922/
657 Blue Sky Parkway
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 788-4600
(888) 788-0046
Thursday Jun 11, 2020
Thursday Jun 11, 2020
Home inspections aren’t just another expense the real estate industry tacks on when you buy a home. They are vital to home ownership. Understanding your home inspection and knowing what to expect can save you thousands. But home inspections aren’t just for when you buy a home. If you’re planning to sell or just planning to stay, you should schedule a home inspection. Fresh eyes on your home can reveal maintenance issues you no longer see. That can make you more money when you list your home or help you avoid expensive repairs when you stay.
If you’re in the Lexington, KY area, go with the best and contact John Gilles of #1 Kentucky Home Inspections. Radio show and podcast host Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc., chats with John about understanding your home inspection and what to expect. Whether you’re designing, building or remodeling, Skinny On The Home has advice, designs, ideas, products and techniques you need for your home improvement.
Get these answers by a certified home inspector:
- What does it take to be a home inspector? Are they licensed? (Time stamp: 01:49)
- Do I need more than one inspection on a home purchase? (Time stamp: 03:14)
- What kind of liability do home inspectors have? Can’t I just rely on the disclosures from the seller? (Time stamp: 04:07)
- How much can I expect to spend on a home inspection? What does an inspection typically cost? Are inspections priced by square footage? Does the inspection include outbuildings and garages? (Time stamp: 07:04)
- Do you physically climb on roofs to inspect them? What about using drones? (Time stamp: 08:50)
- Why should I consider a home inspection even when I’m not buying a home? (Time stamp: 10:05)
- What can I expect during a home inspection? What does one look like from start to finish? (Time stamp: 12:38)
- Does an inspector check exterior features such as driveways, porches, walkways and gutters? (Time stamp: 15:22)
- How are electric outlets, GFCIs, electrical panels, boxes and wiring tested and inspected? (Time stamp: 18:12)
- Why do you inspect doors and frames? What are you looking for? (Time stamp: 20:28)
- What concerns can be revealed by inspecting the heat and air (HVAC), including the vents? (Time stamp: 23:10)
- How are bathroom inspections conducted? (Time stamp: 24:46)
- Are pest and termite inspections included in my home inspection? Why should I get one? (Time stamp: 27:03)
- Do inspectors check appliances? (Time stamp: 27:55)
- Personal story: What’s the most dangerous or scary home inspection you’ve ever done, John? (Time stamp: 28:57)
- Can I expect an inspector to check additional home features such as fireplaces? What should I schedule to care for a fireplace when buying a home? Is an inspection good enough? (Time stamp: 30:35)
- What happens when the basement or crawlspace is inspected? (Time stamp: 31:34)
- Why should I meet with my home inspector? Do I need to be there during the whole inspection time? How long does one take? Will the inspector explain things to me? (Time stamp: 33:34)
- Why is it smart for sellers to get a home inspection before listing their house for sale? How can it help me when I put my house on the market? (Time stamp: 35:47)
- Is radon testing really important? Why should I add one to my home inspection? (Time stamp: 37:12)
Guest Bonus Round: Fun with John! (Time stamp: 39:54)
- Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 40:13)
- Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 40:38)
- Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 40:45)
- Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 41:07)
- Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 41:28)
- Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 42:03)
- Favorite book or recent book you read? (Time stamp: 42:21)
- If you weren’t doing your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 43:22)
Thanks again to John Gilles of #1 Kentucky Home Inspections. John and his team offer fully comprehensive inspections, complete with photos and over 600 links to educate home buyers. They are a certified Radon Measurement Provider and even offer drone aerial photos and inspections.
Thursday Apr 30, 2020
Thursday Apr 30, 2020
Skinny is joined by Michael Adams of Anointed Hands Painting. A third generation professional painter, Michael has the experience and knowledge to make your painting projects ones you can be proud of! Together, Michael and Jimmy tackle painting from prep to perfect application, so you can have stunning results.
During COVID-19, people are home more than ever and it’s an ideal time to give your home a fresh coat of paint. So don’t let painting intimidate you! Listen and follow Michael’s advice, as he and Skinny discuss:
- What are some of the differences between oil paint and latex paint? (Time stamp: 4:48)
- What paints have a lower volatile organic compound - called the VOC? (VOCs are what causes paint to give off gases that can be harmful and are partially responsible for that new paint smell. These are regulated by the government.) How can I choose a paint with a lower VOC? (Time stamp: 6:07)
- How can I safely get rid of paint I don’t want and can’t donate? (Time stamp: 7:09)
- Where can I donate leftover paint that is still good? (Time stamp: 7:51)
- How can I safely clean my brushes and rollers? How can I be environmentally careful when I dispose of paint? (Time stamp: 8:38)
- Will oil paints eventually be phased out? (Time stamp: 10:50)
- How can I know what kind of paint is already present on something I didn’t paint? Is there a test I can do? (Time stamp: 11:29)
- How can I paint over oil-based with latex? (Time stamp: 12:17)
- What are some tips and tricks to remove wallpaper so I can paint? (Time stamp: 15:49)
- Can I paint over wallpaper? (Time stamp: 21:00)
- How do I get professional painting results? SPOILER: Prep is key! (Time stamp: 22:11)
- What about painting caulk correctly? How do I avoid the cracking and spidering that can happen? (Time stamp: 25:01)
- How do I deal with mold and other issues when I want to paint a deck? (Time stamp: 26:14)
- What are some tips for getting a good paint coat on a deck? How do I choose a paint or stain? (Time stamp: 30:04)
- What about filling holes in drywall before painting? (Time stamp: 33:44)
- How can I fix cracks that appear around my crown moulding and baseboards? (Time stamp: 35:51)
- Do I need to prime before I paint? How many coats? (Time stamp: 38:26)
- What are the differences between paint sheens? Egg shell, high gloss, flat, there are multiple options. (Time stamp: 39:34)
Thursday Mar 12, 2020
Thursday Mar 12, 2020
With the current value of real estate and the low inventory of homes for sale, you may be considering selling. On this episode of Skinny On The Home, Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney and Josh Fawcett of J&R Construction Services, Inc. give homeowners tips for home updates that really pay off. This is Part 2 of a 2-part series. Listen to Part 1 on Podbean, Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
Learn how to get top dollar...
- Remember and proclaim: Perfect love casts out fear! (Time stamp: 01:03)
- Recap of some home updates that pay off. (Time stamp: 04:15)
- Major bathroom remodel: (Time stamp: 05:21)
- Increasing space in a bathroom (Time stamp: 05:35)
- Removing old whirlpool tubs (Time stamp: 07:03)
- Affecting how large a bathroom feels through design (Time stamp: 09:46)
- Adding natural light (Time stamp: 10:11)
- Major kitchen remodel: (Time stamp: 11:57)
- Choosing a new sink (Time stamp: 12:42)
- Designing for top dollar (Time stamp: 13:40)
- Making a kitchen feel larger (Time stamp: 15:00)
- Saving money with remnants (Time stamp: 15:39)
- Customizing to set your home apart (Time stamp: 16:23)
- Eliminating pain points (Time stamp: 17:54)
- Outdoor structures remodel: (Time stamp: 22:12)
- Using existing pads or prepared areas (Time stamp: 23:48)
- Porches and enclosed patios (Time stamp: 24:12)
- Eliminating pain points (Time stamp: 17:54)
- Ways and products to tie into existing structures (Time stamp: 26:21)
- Designing exterior projects to blend and enhance the house (Time stamp: 27:12)
- Screened in porch systems (Time stamp: 29:33)
- Basement remodel: (Time stamp: 31:34)
- Choosing flooring that holds up (Time stamp: 31:45)
- Waterproofing (Time stamp: 33:46)
- Adding an office, bathroom and/or bedroom (Time stamp: 35:55)
- Replacement windows: (Time stamp: 37:21)
- Windows that reflect heat (Time stamp: 37:45)
- Properly installing and sealing windows and casings (Time stamp: 38:29)
- New windows with an historic look (Time stamp: 40:05)
- Adding square footage and bonus rooms: (Time stamp: 41:11)
- Bedroom and Living room updates: (Time stamp: 43:34)
Skilled trades are always needed! At the Building Institute of Central Kentucky, get the education and training you need to secure your skilled trades license. The Building Institute offers night courses in HVAC, plumbing, electrical and carpentry. Work toward your journeyman’s license and, like most Building Institute of Central Kentucky students, graduate with no debt!
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:
SCREENEZE®
The No-Spline Screen Porch System
Home Improvement Systems, Inc.
(800) 884-6697
Todd Strassburg - Todd Strassburg Wallpaper Stripping
(859) 231-4594
492 Chimney Rock Rd
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
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 Mar 05, 2020
Thursday Mar 05, 2020
With the current value of real estate and the low inventory of homes for sale, you may be considering selling. On this episode of Skinny On The Home, Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney and Josh Fawcett of J&R Construction Services, Inc. give homeowners tips for home updates that really pay off.
Learn how to get top dollar...
- Minor bathroom remodel: (Time stamp: 05:54)
- How and where to caulk (Time stamp: 05:59)
- How to carefully remove old caulk (Time stamp: 08:30)
- Replace or resurface a tub? (Time stamp: 08:49)
- Change wall coverings (Time stamp: 09:46)
- Update shower enclosures (Time stamp: 14:58)
- Landscape updates: (Time stamp: 15:23)
- Engage a design service (Time stamp: 15:35)
- Replace plants and possibly grass (Time stamp: 16:18)
- Create a focal point (Time stamp: 18:04)
- Minor kitchen remodel: (Time stamp: 19:25)
- How to properly refresh or resurface cabinets (Time stamp: 19:48)
- Replace oven or stove or sink (Time stamp: 22:18)
- Update countertops (Time stamp: 23:07)
- Refinish or replace floors (Time stamp: 24:51)
- Add lighting (Time stamp: 25:58)
- Improve backsplashes (Time stamp: 26:15)
- Update window treatments (Time stamp: 27:03)
- Exterior improvement: (Time stamp: 27:15)
- How to correctly repaint (Time stamp: 27:24)
- Improve or repair siding (Time stamp: 28:33)
- Add exterior details (Time stamp: 23:07)
- Remove window awnings and replace wrought iron (Time stamp: 30:46)
- Attic improvements (Time stamp: 31:01)
A HUGE thank you once again to the Building Institute of Central Kentucky, where you receive the education and training to secure a journeyman’s license. The Building Institute offers courses in HVAC, plumbing, electrical and carpentry - all of which are in high demand. With courses offered at night, students graduating with NO debt, and employers hiring quickly, why wait any longer? Contact 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 and How to Get in Touch:
Louisville Tile
2495 Palumbo Drive
Lexington, Kentucky 40509
(859) 469-5474
King’s Gardens
4560 Nicholasville Road
Lexington, Kentucky 40515
(859) 469-5474
Glynn Young’s Landscaping & Nursery Center
150 Mill Street
Nicholasville, Kentucky 40356
(859) 881-8111
Landscapers Corner
1305 Old Frankfort Pike
Lexington, Kentucky 40504
(859) 225-9333
O’Hare Sod Company
facebook.com/OHair-Sod-Company-158200717544927
300 Windom Lane
Nicholasville, Kentucky 40356
(859) 269-2363
LP Building Solutions (for siding)
Congleton Lumber & Design Center
1260 Industry Road
Lexington, Kentucky 40505
(859) 254-2371
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 Feb 27, 2020
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
A remodeled kitchen is the dream of many homeowners. But surviving the process of a kitchen remodel? Not so much. On this episode of Skinny On The Home, Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney and Josh Fawcett of J&R Construction Services, Inc. give homeowners both the expected timelines and the unexpected emotional impact of redoing a kitchen. If you’re considering a remodel, you won’t want to miss a minute!
Discussion points:
- Story of a kitchen remodel. (Time stamp: 06:03)
- What do you have and where will it go? (Time stamp: 09:42)
- Go disposable. (Time stamp: 10:26)
- Will you need a temporary sink installed? (Time stamp: 10:45)
- Get a meal system and schedule in place. (Time stamp: 11:49)
- Have a designated “nice place” for mental relief. (Time stamp: 13:03)
- Planning in advance. (Time stamp: 13:29)
- Set up a separate, temporary kitchen. (Time stamp: 15:22)
- How to manage dust control and traffic flow. (Time stamp: 16:56)
- Have a plan for kitchen trash. (Time stamp: 17:41)
- Budget additional eating out. (Time stamp: 19:47)
- What to cover in a preconstruction meeting. (Time stamp: 20:21)
- Prepare yourself for the mess, the noise, and the constant interruption. (Time stamp: 21:22)
- Consider the impact on pets. (Time stamp: 22:41)
- Mentally prepare for days of no progress and just waiting -- know the average timeline. (Time stamp: 24:24)
- Hire good people and then trust them. (Time stamp: 26:36)
Skilled trades are more in demand than ever. At the Building Institute of Central Kentucky, get the education and training you need to secure a skilled trades license. The Building Institute offers courses in HVAC, plumbing, electrical and carpentry. Don’t put off working toward your journeyman’s license any longer. Courses are offered at night and employers are hiring. To make it even sweeter, most Building Institute of Central Kentucky students are graduating with NO debt!
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:
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