John Gordon grew up in the Chicago area and graduated from Villanova University in Philadelphia, PA. Upon graduation he embarked on a career in the building industry with 84 Lumber. During his tenure there John held positions ranging from Salesperson to Vice President of Regional Purchasing. John landed in Charlotte, NC in 1984. In 1992 John joined The Home Depot and helped to open their first store in North Carolina. He then began what has been a long career in Management for the Home Depot. From Store Manager to Director of Pro Business Operations, John has gained a knowledge and expertise in the building industry that is evident every Saturday as he hosts The Home Improvement Show. John’s current position with Home Depot is Director of Sales and Services Marketing . John has also been very actively involved in NARI (The National Association of the Remodeling Industry) where he served on the local level as well as the national level. John served in various leadership positions with NARI including Past President on the national level. John’s passion for service and dedication to knowledge have helped him develop The Home Improvement Show into a trusted resource for his audience in the Charlotte market and surrounding area. John and his wife and family live in Atlanta, GA.
David Dovell grew up in the Midwest as well, in the state ofMichigan. David demonstrated his entrepreneurial skills at a very young age by working with the maintenance teams at the apartments where he lived as a young boy. By partnering with these experienced people David learned a variety of skills that have served him well in both the commercial and residential building and maintenance industries. David took a position with Family Dollar, in the Maintenance Department, upon his arrival inCharlotte in 1979. He realized that it was going to take him too long to achieve his goals working for someone else so he made the decision to start his own company. As a Licensed General Contractor, running his own company, David was able to parlay the skills he had learned as a young man back inMichigan into a career that would allow him to do work for such noted companies as R.J. Reynolds and UPS. In addition David passed the tests to become a Licensed Home Inspector in the state which provided him with a broader knowledge base for his clients. David has background and skills in the mechanical, plumbing, electrical and carpentry aspects of the building and maintenance industry. He loves the challenge of remodeling because it allows for a real transformation of existing spaces. His passion for quality workmanship and service has allowed him to build a business that has grown year over year as a result of referrals from previously satisfied clients. His knowledge base is evident as he takes questions from callers on The Home Improvement Show. David and his wife Gina live inCharlotte,NC.
John and Dave,
I called your show yesterday and asked about a smelly washing machine, that’s only 3 years old. We were up against a break in your show and I can tell you guys were rushing the answers a bit.
So, I wanted to make sure I understood your suggestions.
First you said to run about a half-gallon of water down the drain pipe (in the back of the washer).
Second you said to run a low cycle with a couple cups of bleach in the water.
Last you suggested I see if the washer has a lint filter and if so clean it off.
Is that the jist of it?
Thanks again, and I enjoy your show,
Todd Clark
Winston Salem
Todd,
If you have a front loading washing machine, try these tips…If not
skip to number 5.
1.) Always keep the door open.
2.) Always wipe out the rubber gasket that is located between the frame
& the tub. You can use bleach…
3.) Make some little blocks, maybe 2 (I used blue styrofoam board)
insert in between the rubber like gasket & the tub. This will
help it to air dry.
4.) Locate the strainer. Usually next to it is a drain hose. Extend
this hose & use a bottle to collect the water.
5.) Go to Harris Teeter, and pick up Washer Magic. This will remove
odor causing rersidue & works in all “he” machines.
If you need help on how to extend the drain line tubing, just email
me back through askjohnanddave.com
Todd,
Sorry we were a little rushed. Your summary of our recommendations is correct.
The hot water down the stand pipe is a good standard practice. Because there is a lot of
soap and possibly lint going down this pipe. It is not uncommon for some build up in the pipe
and the trap. The hot water will help with that. Using the bleach will kill any existing
mold. If the aforementioned have not solved the washing machine odor you need to locate and clean the lint trap. You should be able to find your lint trap by looking in your washing machine owners manual or do a search online for your particular brand of washing machine you will need your model # usually located on the door /lid frame.
Lint traps in washing machines can be in the agitator (the large plastic piece in the center of the tub), at the top of the washer on the rim of the tub, or attached to the washing machine’s drainage hose.
Pull out the agitator tube to check for the lint trap. Peel any loose lint from the filter. Scrub away lint that doesn’t peel off easily with a heavy-duty paper towel or a wet sponge or rinse with hose.
Feel your way around the top rim of the washing machine’s basin. (use caution doing this as there may be sharp edges) If you locate a trap, pull it straight out of the machine. Remove loose lint and wipe tray with a wet heavy-duty paper towel or rinse with hose.
Finally check your machine’s drainage hose for an attached lint trap. (be sure to have towels and a bucket near by as there may be water in the hose) Gently remove the trap and peel the top layer of lint off. Rinse the trap in low-pressure, warm water. Reattach to the drainage hose.
If this does not help give us a call or send a follow up note.
Thanks for listening and be sure to tell friends about the new show,
John and Dave
Hi guys, I love your show but am too bashful to call and ask a question on the air. I have a 15 year old house with the front covered with synthetic stucco. Earlier this year, chickadees pecked a hole in the stucco and hollowed out a small place for a nest. I was able to trap both birds and I re-located them about 40 miles away. I now have several places in the stucco I need to patch. I’ve looked around and can’t find the synthetic stucco anywhere. How should I repair this and where can I buy the materials to do so? Thanks
There is a photo of the damage at the following link…
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d6/wearelove/IMG_2591.jpg