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The Healthy Home Show

The Healthy Home Show is Omaha’s Home Service Radio Show. It airs every Saturday Morning at 10:00AM CST on 1290 KKAR. If you can not get to a radio, you can stream it live from 1290KKAR.com. Neil Nelkin and John McCarthy Sr. have been co-hosting this show since 1995. John McCarthy Sr. started his heating and air conditioning business back in 1970 and in the recent years they have merged with a plumbing company and an electrical company. This extraordinary business is home to McCarthy’s One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing and Mister Sparky – America’s On Time Electrician.

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  1. 43

    How to Prevent Ice On Your Roof With Ice Dams

    John McCarthy Sr. is back to host! Today he's talking about how preventing ice on your roof can be a huge stress relief for families during the holiday season and a budget saver!

  2. 42

    Effects of the New Restrictions on Furnace Efficiency

    Todd explains the complications for homeowners in dealing with the government-mandated furnace efficiencies beginning in May of 2013.

  3. 41

    Preventing the Home Explosion Nightmare

    A house recently blew up in Indianapolis destroying not only it, but many homes in the neighborhood. Why keeping all home appliances maintained and safe can save you big.

  4. 40

    Health Hazards of Bad Air Filtration

    Stop filtering the dirty air with your lungs. Why investing a little more in a better air filter can save your health and wallet.

  5. 39

    Healthy Home Show Kicks Off the Winter Season

    John McCarthy Sr. is back in the studio with Todd Fisher to answer all home plumbing, electrical and heating questions. Take advantage of the knowledge of these two home comfort pros!

  6. 38

    Experts Answer Your Plumbing Questions

    We have our Master Plumbers on call to answer all your questions about your home plumbing needs.

  7. 37

    The Importance of Furnace Winterization

    Get your furnace tuned up for the winter heating season. You'll save hundreds on costly repairs.

  8. 36

    Re-energize Omaha

    Learn how to upgrade your energy efficiency and put money in your pocket.

  9. 35

    All about plumbing with Jordan Smith

    Master Plumber Jordan Smith answering plumbing questions and introducing "Bio Ben."

  10. 34

    Installation is Everything

    Does brand make a difference when you need to replace your air conditioner?

  11. 33

    What really makes a difference in replacing your air conditioner?

    Why brand comes second to installation procedure when installing a new air conditioner or heat pump.

  12. 32

    Summerizing Your Home

    Make sure your home is comfortable for summer and fix your energy "guzzler." 50% of your home's energy costs for the summer can be attributed to your air conditioner.

  13. 31
  14. 30

    Humidity: The Key to Comfort

    Today's giveaway is a FREE Tri-Club membership just for calling in!

  15. 29

    All About Plumbing

    All pluming issues answered here. Also learn how stuff works like sump pump battery back ups!!

  16. 28

    Zoning

    Zoning is a topic that comes up quite a bit and we are excited to talk about it on the program today!

  17. 27

    A Homeowner's Guide to Cleaner, Healthier Air

    How your home's insulation and equipment can keep you sick or healthy.

  18. 26

    New Season, New Technologies in Home Improvements

    How new technology and the rapidly rising cost of electricity effect your home improvements

  19. 25

    Bigger Is Not Always Better

    How to properly size your heating and air conditioning system for your home.

  20. 24
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  23. 21

    Electric Homes

    We're exploring electric homes in this week's episode of the Healthy Home Show.

  24. 20

    Talkin' Tankless Water Heaters

    Tankless water heaters are the topic of today's show. Understand the money saving benefits of this instantly-hot favorite.

  25. 19

    Excess Inventory Sale!

    Win a free tune up and learn how to get a furnace for free with the purchase of a new air conditioner or heat pump. Savings of $1,000!

  26. 18

    A Look Back on 2011 Highlights and Building a Healthy Home in 2012

    In our first episode of the new year, we're looking back on the best of 2011 and rolling out the exciting products for a healthy home in 2012.

  27. 17

    Special Christmas Episode and Heat and Eat Announcement!

    Learn who won the two free furnaces from McCarthy's One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning and how you can nominate your friend or neighbor for next year.

  28. 16

    Everything You Need to Know About Water Heaters - Segment 5

    This week's episode with Jordan our special guest expert in Water Heater safety, maintenance and repairs. The Healthy Home Show is brought to you by McCarthy's One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, Benjamin Franklin the "Punctual Plumber" and Mr. Sparky "America's On-Time Electrician."

  29. 15

    Everything You Need to Know About Water Heaters - Segment 4

    This week's episode with Jordan our special guest expert in Water Heater safety, maintenance and repairs. The Healthy Home Show is brought to you by McCarthy's One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, Benjamin Franklin the "Punctual Plumber" and Mr. Sparky "America's On-Time Electrician."

  30. 14

    Everything You Need to Know About Water Heaters - Segment 3

    This week's episode with Jordan our special guest expert in Water Heater safety, maintenance and repairs. The Healthy Home Show is brought to you by McCarthy's One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, Benjamin Franklin the "Punctual Plumber" and Mr. Sparky "America's On-Time Electrician."

  31. 13

    Everything You Need to Know About Water Heaters - Segment 2

    This week's episode with Jordan our special guest expert in Water Heater safety, maintenance and repairs. The Healthy Home Show is brought to you by McCarthy's One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, Benjamin Franklin the "Punctual Plumber" and Mr. Sparky "America's On-Time Electrician."

  32. 12

    Everything You Need to Know About Water Heaters

    This week's episode with Jordan our special guest expert in Water Heater safety, maintenance and repairs. The Healthy Home Show is brought to you by McCarthy's One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, Benjamin Franklin the "Punctual Plumber" and Mr. Sparky "America's On-Time Electrician."

  33. 11

    Heat and Eat 2011

    The Healthy Home Show brought to you by McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing and Mr. Sparky Electric of Omaha are giving you the chance to change a life this holiday season. We're giving away turkey dinners and free furnaces!

  34. 10

    All About Indoor Air Quality

    Omaha's Healthy Home Show brought to you by McCarthy's One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, Ben Franklin the "Punctual Plumber" and Mr. Sparky's Electric.

  35. 9

    Smells Like Winter?

    Do you get that musty smell or natual gas smell when you first turn on your furnace? If so, you'll need a professional to make sure there are no leaks or cracks in your system.

  36. 8

    Getting to Know Your Furnace

    Plays live at 10am every Saturday on 1290 KKAR in Omaha. Call 402-342-1290 to ask a question to be answered during the program or register for our weekly drawings!

  37. 7

    Winterization of Your Home

    Plays live at 10am every Saturday on 1290 KKAR in Omaha. Call 402-342-1290 to ask a question to be answered during the program or register for our weekly drawings!

  38. 6

    Answering Frequently Asked Questions

    Answering the most common questions you have when it comes to replacing your furnace or air conditioner. Here's the mistake you don't want to make....

  39. 5

    Tune Ups and Getting Ready for the Cold

    The Huskers are heating up and the weather is turning cold. Here's how to prepare.

  40. 4

    Keeping Your Furnace Efficient

    Time is money: Stop wasting money and pick up some simple steps to keep your furnace running.

  41. 3

    The Healthy Home Show

    September 10th broadcast.

  42. 2

    John McCarthy Sr's Last Episode

    Long-time host John McCarthy retires from his hosting spot on the Healthy Home Show. McCarthy's One Hour Comfort Advisor John Flecher will fill the hosting spot.

  43. 1

    Pipeburst Pro

    Learn about Benjamin Franklin Plumbing's Pipeburst Pro and how you can save money on costly plumbing repairs.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Healthy Home Show is Omaha’s Home Service Radio Show. It airs every Saturday Morning at 10:00AM CST on 1290 KKAR. If you can not get to a radio, you can stream it live from 1290KKAR.com. Neil Nelkin and John McCarthy Sr. have been co-hosting this show since 1995. John McCarthy Sr. started his heating and air conditioning business back in 1970 and in the recent years they have merged with a plumbing company and an electrical company. This extraordinary business is home to McCarthy’s One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing and Mister Sparky – America’s On Time Electrician.

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Your On Time Service Company

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The Healthy Home Show is Omaha’s Home Service Radio Show. It airs every Saturday Morning at 10:00AM CST on 1290 KKAR. If you can not get to a radio, you can stream it live from 1290KKAR.com. Neil Nelkin and John McCarthy Sr. have been co-hosting this show since 1995. John McCarthy Sr. started his...

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