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Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney is answering questions on home improvement, 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.

J&R Construction


    • Dec 2, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 15m AVG DURATION
    • 14 EPISODES


    Latest episodes from Skinny On The Home

    The Skinny Ep. 10: Picking out a Countertop Material

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 1:00


    The Skinny with Jimmy, presented by J&R Construction Services, is a one-minute radio show and podcast that educates listeners on all things home improvement! Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney, president and founder of J&R Construction Services, walks listeners through a variety of home improvement tips and tricks. This episode focuses on picking the right countertops! For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

    The Skinny Ep. 9: Setting Realistic Expectations in a Remodel

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 1:00


    The Skinny with Jimmy, presented by J&R Construction Services, is a one-minute radio show and podcast that educates listeners on all things home improvement! Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney, president and founder of J&R Construction Services, walks listeners through a variety of home improvement tips and tricks. This episode focuses on expectations and where we get our information! For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

    Episode 4: Russ Stephens, Association of Professional Builders

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2021 46:38


    In this episode of Skinny on the Home, host Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney (President of J&R Construction Services, Inc.) is joined by Russ Stephens, Co-Founder of the Association of Professional Builders and author of the best selling book Professional Builders Secrets, to talk about the building industry across the globe. Jimmy and Russ discuss Russ's background (1:20), keeping a narrow focus in business and trusting experts (5:40), how APB came to be (9:00), how Russ founded APB with his daughter Sky (12:20), what is most important to a client when signing a contract with a general contractor (15:15), the membership and staff structure at APB (19:15), how to learn from past projects and mistakes (26:00), how economies and supply chains differ globally (30:45), global design trends (38:00), what questions should consumers ask contractors (39:30), and lastly the Skinny on the Home Lightning Round (44:00)! Association of Professional Builders Professional Builders Secrets Book Skinny on the Home is sponsored by 84 Lumber! 84 Lumber in Lexington has been the leading provider of building materials in Central Kentucky for many years and is still setting that standard today! They have all the lumber, windows, doors, and knowledge you need for your jobs. 84 lumber also specializes in Andersen windows and doors, whether it's replacement or new construction, they will have the solutions for you! For more information please call us at 859-269-3384 and mention you heard about them on the radio! Catch My Southern Home on TV every Saturday at 10:30 AM on MyKY, Kimberly Greenwell will take you to gorgeous homes and introduces you to the companies and people that make them gorgeous. Tune in every Saturday or watch “My Southern Home with Kimberly Greenwell” online 24/7 by visiting mysouthernhometv.com. For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

    The Skinny Ep. 8: Questions to Ask When Hiring a Contractor

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2021 1:00


    The Skinny with Jimmy, presented by J&R Construction Services, is a one-minute radio show and podcast that educates listeners on all things home improvement! Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney, president and founder of J&R Construction Services, walks listeners through a variety of home improvement tips and tricks. This episode focuses on asking the right questions when you are hiring a contractor! For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

    The Skinny Ep. 7: Pre-Stained Concrete

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 1:00


    The Skinny with Jimmy, presented by J&R Construction Services, is a one-minute radio show and podcast that educates listeners on all things home improvement! Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney, president and founder of J&R Construction Services, walks listeners through a variety of home improvement tips and tricks. This episode focuses on concrete! For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

    The Skinny Ep. 6: The Challenges of Remodeling in 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 1:00


    The Skinny with Jimmy, presented by J&R Construction Services, is a one-minute radio show and podcast that educates listeners on all things home improvement! Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney, president and founder of J&R Construction Services, walks listeners through a variety of home improvement tips and tricks. This episode focuses on the challenges of home remodeling in 2021! For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

    The Skinny Ep. 5: Raise Your Home's Value Without Breaking the Bank

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 1:00


    The Skinny with Jimmy, presented by J&R Construction Services, is a one-minute radio show and podcast that educates listeners on all things home improvement! Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney, president and founder of J&R Construction Services, walks listeners through a variety of home improvement tips and tricks. This episode focuses on cost friendly improvements to your home! For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

    The Skinny Ep. 4: Universal Design

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 1:00


    The Skinny with Jimmy, presented by J&R Construction Services, is a one-minute radio show and podcast that educates listeners on all things home improvement! Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney, president and founder of J&R Construction Services, walks listeners through a variety of home improvement tips and tricks. This episode focuses on universal design! For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

    Episode 3: Tom Miller, Building Industry Association of Central KY

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 52:30


    In this episode of Skinny on the Home, host Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney (President of J&R Construction Services, Inc.) is joined by Tom Miller, Director of Membership and Education for the building Industry Association (BIA) of Central Kentucky, to talk about the remodeling industry and the BIA. Jimmy and Tom discuss the BIA's development and Tom's background (2:30), the legislative arm of the BIA (15:00), the benefits of joining the Home Builder's Association of Kentucky (HBAK) (19:00), workforce development and the BIA's trade school (19:30), BIA Cares (30:45), the BIA's networking events for members (35:35), why homeowners should do business with a BIA member (44:00), resources for home owners (45:00), and lastly the Skinny on the Home Lightning Round (49:25). BIA - Building Institute of Central KY - BIA Cares Skinny on the Home is sponsored by 84 Lumber! 84 Lumber in Lexington has been the leading provider of building materials in Central Kentucky for many years and is still setting that standard today! They have all the lumber, windows, doors, and knowledge you need for your jobs. 84 lumber also specializes in Andersen windows and doors, whether it's replacement or new construction, they will have the solutions for you! For more information please call us at 859-269-3384 and mention you heard about them on the radio! Catch My Southern Home on TV every Saturday at 10:30 AM on MyKY, Kimberly Greenwell will take you to gorgeous homes and introduces you to the companies and people that make them gorgeous. Tune in every Saturday or watch “My Southern Home with Kimberly Greenwell” online 24/7 by visiting mysouthernhometv.com. For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

    The Skinny Ep. 3: Questions to Ask a Remodeler

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 1:00


    The Skinny with Jimmy, presented by J&R Construction Services, is a one-minute radio show and podcast that educates listeners on all things home improvement! Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney, president and founder of J&R Construction Services, walks listeners through a variety of home improvement tips and tricks. This episode focuses on asking the right questions in the hiring process! For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

    The Skinny Ep. 2: Light vs. Paint Color

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2021 1:00


    The Skinny with Jimmy, presented by J&R Construction Services, is a one-minute radio show and podcast that educates listeners on all things home improvement! Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney, president and founder of J&R Construction Services, walks listeners through a variety of home improvement tips and tricks. This episode focuses on how paint colors can be distorted by light! For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

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    The Skinny Ep. 1: Getting Creative With Your Storage

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2021 1:00


    The Skinny with Jimmy, presented by J&R Construction Services, is a one-minute radio show and podcast that educates listeners on all things home improvement! Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney, president and founder of J&R Construction Services, walks listeners through a variety of home improvement tips and tricks. This episode focuses on storage! For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

    Episode 2: Who is Skinny? Who is J&R? Why Listen to Us?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2021 52:30


    In this episode of Skinny on the Home, host Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney (President of J&R Construction Services, Inc.) is joined by J&R Construction employees Mike Rudd (General Manager, Owensboro) and Ben Taylor (Marketing & Communications Coordinator) to talk about the history of J&R and why we do what we do. Jimmy and Mike talk about his start at J&R (14:30) and the design and production processes at J&R (28:20). Then Jimmy is joined by Ben to talk about the marketing and communication at J&R (41:55), Ben's start at J&R (44:00), and the one thing Ben wants you to know about J&R (46:20). Then– of course– the Skinny on the Home lightning round (48:53). Skinny on the Home is sponsored by 84 Lumber! 84 Lumber in Lexington has been the leading provider of building materials in Central Kentucky for many years and is still setting that standard today! They have all the lumber, windows, doors, and knowledge you need for your jobs. 84 lumber also specializes in Andersen windows and doors, whether it's replacement or new construction, they will have the solutions for you! For more information please call us at 859-269-3384 and mention you heard about them on the radio! Catch My Southern Home on TV every Saturday at 10:30 AM on MyKY, Kimberly Greenwell will take you to gorgeous homes and introduces you to the companies and people that make them gorgeous. Tune in every Saturday or watch “My Southern Home with Kimberly Greenwell” online 24/7 by visiting mysouthernhometv.com. For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

    Episode 1: We're Back, New, and Improved! (featuring Kimberly Greenwell)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2021 52:30


    In this episode of Skinny on the Home, host Jimmy "Skinny" McKinney (President of J&R Construction Services, Inc.) and Kimberly Greenwell (host of My Southern Home TV on MyKY) discuss trends in remodeling. They talk about Kimberly's background and TV program (1:51), how circumstances and background impact the designs in homes (7:56), how southern homes are different in style than many other homes (21:45), Kimberly's personal home remodeling project (32:40), how supply chain issues have exposed our lack of patience (43:50), Kimberly's favorite remodeling trends (49:00), and– of course– the Skinny on the Home lightning round (49:55). Skinny on the Home is sponsored by 84 Lumber! 84 Lumber in Lexington has been the leading provider of building materials in Central Kentucky for many years and is still setting that standard today! They have all the lumber, windows, doors, and knowledge you need for your jobs. 84 lumber also specializes in Andersen windows and doors, whether it's replacement or new construction, they will have the solutions for you! For more information please call us at 859-269-3384 and mention you heard about them on the radio! Catch My Southern Home on TV every Saturday at 10:30 AM on MyKY, Kimberly Greenwell will take you to gorgeous homes and introduces you to the companies and people that make them gorgeous. Tune in every Saturday or watch “My Southern Home with Kimberly Greenwell” online 24/7 by visiting mysouthernhometv.com. For more information on J&R Construction, visit us at jrcsi.com or give us a call! Lexington: (859) 225-0162 Owensboro: (270) 570-2891 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRCSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcsi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrcsi

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