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Episode #90 – Leaf blowers, rakes and a question about leaky showersLeaf blowers, rakes and a question about leaky showers
The Handyguys discuss the contest to giveaway a great toolkit, some possible problems with a leaky shower valve and weather a rake or a leaf blower is the correct tool for collecting leaves. To enter the contest you just need to leave a comment on Episode 87 [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #89 – Fall ChecklistHow do you get your house ready for the Winter Season?
Join the Handyguys in a not-so-methodical checklist for the winter season. This is not your every day handyman (or not so handyperson) checklist. We have some extras you may not see on other lists. Listen to the podcast as we discuss these items. True Value [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #88 – Furnace FiltersFurnace filters are a critical component of your heating and cooling system.
Make sure they are changed regularly. We discuss the myriad of choices in furnace filters in this podcast.
The Handyguys group filters into three different categories, good, better and best. Whats best for one person may not be the best for another. The standard filters [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #87 – Top 10 Essential Tools, Duct tape and a ContestIn this show The Handyguys discuss their top 10 starter tools and announce a contest to win this toolkit!
What is included in a first time home buyers tool kit? Screwdrivers of course! But what else? The Handyguys went shopping at True Value to assemble a quality starter set of essential tools for the typical home [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #86 – DIY Drama, Old Tractors and New CountersDIY Drama, Old Tractors and New Counters
We start off by talking about the True Value DIY Drama contest. You can win $5000 if your story is chosen as a winner. Brian and Paul have both had some drama but Paul most recently. You MUST listen to Paul tell his drama story in the podcast. It [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #84 – Cabinet Veneer and Fireplace Conversions
Cabinet Veneer and Fireplace Conversions
In this episode of The Handyguys Podcast we address two listener questions, one from voicemail about changing the look of a bathroom vanity and one through our contact form about converting a fireplace from gas to wood burning.
Refinishing a bathroom vanity
This question was left on our voicemail, listen to the podcast [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #85 – Water powered backup sump pumps
Water powered backup sump pumps
Never have water in your basement again due to a failed sump pump or a power outage. Water powered sump pumps do not require any electricity to operate.
In this episode we address backup sump pumps, in particular water powered sump pumps. We were contacted by a listener via twitter and asked [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #57 – Springtime House Inspection
The Handyguys provide a Springtime house inspection checklist which you can download free of charge!
Winter can be tough on houses so the beginning of the spring season is a perfect occasion to give your house an annual inspection. Check your house top to bottom, outside to inside, and look for things to add to your [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #58 – The Home Owners Instruction Manual
Knobs, switches and valves
The Handyguys provide an operations manual for your home.
When you buy a new piece of cool electronic gear, you get an owners manual that you can refer to when you need help. Unfortunately, your house—the biggest purchase you may ever make—doesn’t come with a manual. The Handyguys discuss all the typical switches, [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #59 – What to do when you leave your house for vacation
The Handyguys discuss how to prepare your home when it is not in use!
Brian and Paul first answer a question they received from Greg:
Our home is about a year and a half old, and we have a problem with a smoke detector. This particular detector is in the center of the downstairs area of the [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #60 – Behind the Scenes with the Handyguys
The Handyguys are interviewed by a local Ohio Newspaper.
The Handyguys were interviewed by Joy Brown from the The Courier in Findlay Ohio. We recorded the interview and turned it into a podcast.
Some of the topics covered in the interview:
Spring repairs
Gutters, repair or replacement
Shingles
Spring Time Home Inspection
Check out the home inspection checklist as part of Episode [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #61 – Costly DIY Mistakes and Listener Questions
Costly DIY Mistakes and Listener Questions
First off – The Handyguys welcome listeners from RFC Radio and give them a brief background on The Handyguys.
Costly DIY Mistakes
This week we talk about the most costly mistake a DIYer can make when finishing a basement—not taking care of potential water issues before finishing your basement. Water can damage [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #62 – Primer, PEX and CFLs
Primer, PEX and CFLs
Costly Handyguy Mistakes: Primer. Use it or lose it.
The Handyguys continue their new segment this week called Costly DIY Mistakes. These are mistakes are ones we have personally seen or have been asked about by our listeners. This weeks mistake is not using primer when painting. The Handyguys discuss when [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #63 – Handyguy Hardwood Floors
The Handyguys tackle hard wood flooring.
The Handyguys would like to thank A to Z Exotic Hardwoods for sponsoring this episode. They specialize in procuring the worlds most beautiful woods. With a virtually unlimited palette of colors and figures in native American as well as imported species, they can use the warmth and radiance of real woods [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #64 – Mower Blades, Brakes and DIY Mistakes
In this show we address a couple of listener questions about mower blades and metal brakes and then talk about another expensive DIY mistake.
First up is a question from David:
Do you guys have or know of any plans for a DIY metal brake? I need to cover the sills of my home windows, and [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #65 – A Handyguys Kitchen
The Handyguys Brian & Paul discuss a DIY kitchen remodel.
Some of the topics discussed in this podcast:
Planning
Skills
Tools
Timeline
Budget
When to bring in a professional
Listen to the podcast for details and enjoy the before and after pictures. The first three are before pictures. The rest are after. Click on any image for a full size view.
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Episode #66 – Occupancy Inspection and Green Lawn ToolsThe Handyguys begin their show discussing some new green lawn tools. Their conversation was prompted by an article in the Wall Street Journal regarding some new “green” lawn tools written by Gwendolyn (Wendy) Bounds. She even tested out a new battery operated riding mower. Her video is a must view if you are considering one [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #67 – Fein Fathers Day and Smart GridThe Handyguys start out discussing some tools for Fathers Day. Instead of doing a gift guide we decided to ask our twitter followers ( follow @handyguys ) what they would like us to discuss as a great fathers day gift for a handyguy. One follower said that her husband was eying up the Fein Multimaster [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #68 – Synthetic Decks and GFCI Outlets
Synthetic Decking Material and a Fiberon Warranty
The Handyguys begin the show by talking about whats new in Synthetic decking. Composites versus PVC. While composite decking appear to be maintenance free, some manufactured decks become marred with mold, staining and deterioration. There are many newer synthetic decking materials that now have long warranties. One such synthetic [...]Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website
Episode #69 – Air-conditioning Troubleshooting checklist
In this episode of The Handyguys Podcast we discuss air-conditioning.
Air-conditioning is not something the typical handyguy or girl is familiar with. We turn it on and expect it to work as designed. What can we do if it doesn’t cool? Are there specific things to look for before calling in a pro to troubleshoot?
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