Is Your House A Money Pit?
The Handyguys take a detour this week to interview Craig Smith from http://www.servicemagic.com/ to discuss a recent survey on home maintenance costs. Do you know how much you spend each year to maintain your home? Are you spending too much? … Continue reading Is Your House A Money Pit?
Deck Stains And Tub Glazing
The Handyguys discuss desk stains and tub glazing in one podcast. That’s right, tub finishes. Deck Stains First up is a question from Joan that came in through our new call-in service (see the large “Call-me” link on our web … Continue reading Deck Stains And Tub Glazing
Basement Systems Continued and How To Remove Paint
In this episode Brian & Paul continue the discussion of various basement systems and also take a listener question about paint removal First up, we get right to Will’s question Hiya Handyguys, We have just bought our first home ever! … Continue reading Basement Systems Continued and How To Remove Paint
Basement Systems And Listener Questions
The Handyguys address a listener question about his air conditioning and then talk about basement finishing systems. Our listener Marc used our new call-in feature on the website and asked us about his air conditioning system. Marc’s question, in summary … Continue reading Basement Systems And Listener Questions
Fixing a Kenmore Elite Dishwasher that is not Cleaning Dishes
Handyguy Paul takes apart his dishwasher to clean out the basin. The Handyguys planned to tackle two issues in this episode. They began with Paul’s dishwasher not cleaning problems and hoped to talk about the Handyguys’ electrical toolkit. However, the … Continue reading Fixing a Kenmore Elite Dishwasher that is not Cleaning Dishes
Basement Systems Continued And Paint Removal
Basement Toilet Installs, Water Saving Flush Valves and Dryer Vent Cleaning First off, The Handyguys begin by addressing a listener question. Julianne asks: Hi! I am considering purchasing a bi-level home. When you walk in the door, you have the … Continue reading Basement Systems Continued And Paint Removal
ZTR Mower Versus Tractor
Handyguys Try Out Some Riding Mowers The Handyguys are falling behind on the honey do list because this year’s mowing season is taking all of their free time. Pennsylvania has been hit by lots of rain making for nice fast … Continue reading ZTR Mower Versus Tractor
ZTR vs John Deere Riding Mower Tractor
The Handyguys are taking this week off from our regular podcast to do some Independence Day celebrating. I hope our non-US fans will understand. So, instead of a podcast, The Handyguys decided to play with some new video equipment. The … Continue reading ZTR vs John Deere Riding Mower Tractor
Electrical Toolkit And Surviving A Power Outage
First up, the electrical toolkit we talk about includes some key tools for doing electrical work and we talk about a comment on an article in Fine Homebuilding called “An Electrical ToolKit” by Brian Walo. Fine Homebuilding says (about Brian … Continue reading Electrical Toolkit And Surviving A Power Outage
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 … Continue reading Air-Conditioning Troubleshooting Checklist
Synthetic Decks And GFCI Outlets
Synthetic Decking Material and a Fiberon Warranty The Handyguys begin the show by talking about what’s new in synthetic decking. Composites versus PVC. While composite decking appear to be maintenance free, some manufactured decks become marred with mold, staining and … Continue reading Synthetic Decks And GFCI Outlets
Fein Tools And The Smart Grid
The Handyguys start out discussing some tools for Father’s 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 Father’s Day gift for … Continue reading Fein Tools And The Smart Grid
What Is A Certificate Of Use And Green Lawn Tools
The 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 … Continue reading What Is A Certificate Of Use And Green Lawn Tools
DIY Kitchen Remodel
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 … Continue reading DIY Kitchen Remodel
Mower Blade Removal, Metal Bending Brakes And DIY Mistakes
In this show we address a couple of listener questions about mower blades and metal brakes and then we talk about another expensive DIY mistake. First up is a question from David: Do you guys have or know of any … Continue reading Mower Blade Removal, Metal Bending Brakes And DIY Mistakes
Hardwood Flooring Tips
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 … Continue reading Hardwood Flooring Tips
Using Primer, What Is Pex And Why 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 … Continue reading Using Primer, What Is Pex And Why CFLs
Avoiding Costly DIY Mistakes
First off, The Handyguys welcome listeners from RFC Radio and give them a brief background on The Handyguys. See below for a discussion on some costly DIY Mistakes and our take on them. Costly DIY Mistakes This week we talk … Continue reading Avoiding Costly DIY Mistakes
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 … Continue reading Behind The Scenes With The Handyguys
Happy Easter
We are spending time with family and friends and enjoying our week off. We would like to take time to thank our listeners and subscribers, those who have patronized our store, and those companies who have sponsored various episodes and … Continue reading Happy Easter
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 … Continue reading What To Do When You Leave Your House For Vacation
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 … Continue reading The Home Owners Instruction Manual
DIY Home Inspection
The Handyguys provide a DIY home inspection checklist which you can download free of charge! Mother Nature can be tough on houses so consider giving your home an annual inspection. Check your house top to bottom, outside to inside, and … Continue reading DIY Home Inspection
Deck Material And Design Part 2
In this episode of The Handyguys, Podcast the Handyguys Brian & Paul continue their interview with Paul Mackie from The Western Red Cedar Lumber Association. This part of the interview contains discussion of: Can a handyguy build his own deck. … Continue reading Deck Material And Design Part 2
Deck Material And Design Part 1
The Handyguys discuss deck materials with Paul Mackie who represents the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association. Whether you are interested in cedar or not, the Handyguys have a great discussion with “Mr. Cedar” (aka Paul Mackie) about lumber selection for … Continue reading Deck Material And Design Part 1
Soundproofing – Keeping The Noise Out
Getting the Noise Out! The Handyguys analyze the noisy question that is a major issue in modern homes. How do you isolate yourself from disruptive sounds originating in another part of the house? Whether the problem is noisy children or … Continue reading Soundproofing – Keeping The Noise Out