As the seasons change from winter to spring, you need to make sure your yard tools are ready to work after their winter hibernation. Before you head out to mow the lawn for the first time this spring, watch as the home … Continue reading How to Get Your Lawn Mower Ready for Spring
Quiet Generator Noise level is an important characteristic of a generator, we all want a quiet generator. As requested in the comments on other videos, we provide a quick test to demonstrate how these two quiet generators stack up. We … Continue reading Quiet Generator – Generac vs Honda Inverter Generators
The Handyguys show how they use STA-BIL to ensure that their power tools, motorcycle, scooter, tractor, mower, generator, pressure washer and chainsaw start next spring. Thanks to STA-BIL for sponsoring this show. Continue reading Use STA-BIL to Winterize Your Power Tools
In this video, Handyguys Brian and Paul discuss which radio is best if you are looking to invest in a cordless tool system. Buying a cordless tool system is a big investment, so making sure that all the features are … Continue reading Choosing a Cordless Tool System with Radio
Lawn Mower Selection: Push Mower vs. Ride Mower Mowing is a task for anyone who has a lawn. You have bought a home with a lawn. Should you get a push mower or a ride mower? In this video, Handyguys … Continue reading Lawn Mower Selection (Video)
A Good Quality Tire Gauge A cheap tire gauge can be very cost efficient but can get sticky or lose accuracy over time. Checking tire pressure is necessary on lawnmowers, cars, and even bikes. Therefore, it’s better to invest in … Continue reading The Importance of a Good Tire Gauge! (Video)
Klein Tools J2078CR All-Purpose Pliers In this post, the Handyguys explain the benefits of using Klein Tools J2078CR All-Purpose Pliers with crimpers. Handyguy Brian starts off by comparing how far electrician pliers have come since the 1950s. New pliers these days … Continue reading Pliers: Klein Tools (Video)
In this video post, the Handyguys explain the differences between various pneumatic nailers and also when is best to use each one. Handyguys Brian and Paul additionally give tips on everyday house projects using a different pneumatic nailers for each. … Continue reading What Pneumatic Nailers To Use? (Video)
The Homeowners’ Snow Blower In this video, Handyguys Brian and Paul look at the benefits and issues with different types of snow blowers. Every winter, homeowners in colder areas have to deal with the issues of snowy driveways and walkways. … Continue reading Getting The Right Snow Blower (Video)
Yeah, many people have done a first toolbox post. The Handyguys are building a premium toolbox. This first toolbox will include the top of the line tool for each category. Yeah, perhaps other brands or models could fit the bill … Continue reading Best First Toolbox Combination (Video)
Brian explains that there is only one blade that you need for demolition. Watch the show to learn about demolition blades for reciprocating saws. Demolition blades for reciprocating saws A reciprocating saw is not a tool for fine detail work. It’s … Continue reading What Blade To Use With Reciprocating Saw / Sawzall
Cleaning Rusty Tools The Handyguys clean up some old tools to get them working again, removing rust, grime and dirt from some old hand tools. Handyguys Brian suggests some WD-40 for cutters and try squares that are unable to open … Continue reading Cleaning Rusty Tools (Video)
What is the best air compressor for your nailers? There is a lot of jargon–CFM, gallons, PSI. We cut through the crap and picked what The Handyguys feel is the best air compressor for an average handyguy or gal. Best … Continue reading The best air compressor for your nailers
The Handyguys demonstrate a not-so-common tool for the handyguy, the Woodman’s Pal. With the Christmas season upon us, it might make a great stocking stuffer! What could you use one of these for? This tool has many functions. The Woodman’s … Continue reading Woodman’s Pal Tool Introduction
Over time, the headlights on your car or Handyguy Hauler may not shine at full brightness. The lenses may need restoration. In this video, the Handyguys produced a video comparing a commercial product for headlight lens restoration. The Handyguys then … Continue reading Headlight Lens Restoration
The tire on your wheelbarrow, lawn tractor, snow blower or other piece of equipment goes flat. How do you repair a lawn mower tire? If it’s not obviously punctured, and if you can get air into it, you may be … Continue reading Lawn Mower Tire Repair For At-Home DIY-ers
I know it seems like a basic thing but we have been asked how to use all the settings on a basic power drill. Check out what the Handyguys have to say about how to operate a drill. Speed, torque, … Continue reading How to Operate a Drill
The key thing with snow blower storage has to do with the fuel. Almost all fuel now contains ethanol and ethanol is a killer on small engines. In this video, Handyguys Brian and Paul provide steps for storage of your … Continue reading Snow Blower Storage For Summer
The Handyguys found a gas can replacement spout that actually works! Most gas cans come with terrible spouts. This is often because of the nanny state mandates such as C.A.R.B. (California Air Resources Board). The idea is that we improve … Continue reading Gas Can Replacement Spout
The Handyguys show you how to remove carpet staples the easy way in this video If you just need to remove one or two staples, then really any old method will work. What if you are trying to remove hundreds … Continue reading How to Remove Carpet Staples Video
In this Handyguys video, we discuss tape measure selection and calibration. Tape Measure Selection You have a lot of choices, big and small, long and short, wide and skinny. Wide Tape Measures Wide tapes have a great benefit. The “standout” … Continue reading Tape Measure Selection and Calibration Video
Disclosure: Post and giveaway sponsored by Makita, but all opinions are The Handyguys. Please see below for additional disclosure. Impact Drivers Impact Drivers are very cool tools. They are perfect for driving screws, a lot of screws. You can also … Continue reading What bits for Makita Impact Drivers
The Handyguys recently had the opportunity to visit the John Deere factory in Horicon, WI. While there, they learned about the company, its manufacturing, its people and its philosophy for doing business. On top of that, The Handyguys also saw … Continue reading Deere Factory Tour Video
Which sander should you buy? Its better to ask which sander is right for the job you are doing. In this episode The Handyguys discuss which sander is right for the job, the pros and cons of different types of sanders. When … Continue reading Which sander is right for you?
In the latest episode, The Handyguys discuss several ways to unclog toilets. Yes, you can use a typical plunger if you have a clogged toilet. It works most of the time. What do you do if the plunger fails? Don’t … Continue reading How to Unclog Toilets
A hammer drill, when equipped with a masonry bit, is designed for drilling into stone, concrete, brick or mortar. When a hammer drill operates, it rotates like a normal drill, and at the same time, has a forward, hammering, type … Continue reading Hammer Drills: When to use them and why?