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Episode #48 - Dangerous Handyguy Tools - 08-01-2009
The Handyguys address carpet padding removal and dangerous household Tools
Happy 2009! The Handyguys are back from hiatus and ready to address another year of handyman Handyguy topics. We have new voice-over talent, new music and a new look to the website. We also have a clean studio (thanks Brian!) and we are ready to go. [...]
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Episode #47 - Home Movies - 18-12-2008
The Handyguys Review “Home Movies”
Home movies? Yes, movies about your home. As we wind down what has been a great first year for The Handyguys Podcast we decided we would take a break from working on our Honey Do List and watch a couple of movies. Listen to the podcast for our complete review and [...]
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Episode #46 - Attic venting and compressors - 11-12-2008
The Handygys take a listener question about attic venting then talk about air compressors and air tools
First up - A question from Natalie
I live in an 1957 government built home that has a lot of open areas at the bottom of the roof, but none on the top. There is an open space at [...]
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Episode #45 - Innovative Tools - 04-12-2008
The Handyguys discuss some innovative tools and interview a tool inventor.
This show features some innovative tools. You may want to consider them for Christmas gifts for the handy person on your gift giving list.
First off, check out our Handyguys Stocking Stuffer List
Two weeks ago we published a list of unique stocking stuffers. There you will find the [...]
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Happy Thanksgiving - 27-11-2008
The Handyguys are taking a break from their regular podcast this week to give thanks.
We are spending time with family and friends, eating plenty of turkey and generally enjoying ourselves.
We would like to take time to thank our listeners and subscribers, those that have patronized our store, and those companies that have sponsored various episodes [...]
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Episode #44 - Stocking Stuffers - 20-11-2008
The Handyguys Podcast discuss some unique stocking stuffer gift ideas for this Christmas season.
So you want to purchase some nice gifts for the handyguy in your life but you don’t want to break the bank. You could go to your local big box store and pick up some screw drivers or duct tape, but that’s [...]
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Episode #43 - Home Safety - 13-11-2008
The Handyguys Discuss DIY Home Safety Tips
Much of the safety information discussed here is courtesy of www.homesafetycouncil.org. The Handyguys use this as the basis for discussion. Listen to the podcast for our thoughts on these safety items.
This show was made possible by the support of Handi-Ramp, manufacturers of the unique, dimpled aluminum Non-Skid Treads. Don’t [...]
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Episode #42 - Monitoring Your Power Consumption - 06-11-2008
A review of the Powercost MonitorTM
A couple months ago, the Handyguys heard about a device that can tell you your current home power consumption and hourly cost for electricity. The device is the Power Cost Monitor from Blue Line Innovations. We contacted the company and got some units to try out. Here is our review [...]
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Episode #41 - Mighty Putty - 30-10-2008
The Handyguys discuss how to use Mighty Putty, answer a listener question and talk about Honey Do Lists.
Thanks to Mighty Putty for sponsoring this episode. We have all seen Mighty Putty advertise on TV and all around the web. The Handyguys discuss how to properly use Mighty Putty to make sure your repair is successful. [...]
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Episode #40 - Chainsaws and toilets? - 23-10-2008
The Handyguys answer a question about chainsaws and toilets!
Brian and Paul receive lots of good questions. When we received a question from Suzanne about her toilet not flushing properly, we thought it would be an easy solution. However, upon studying the issue more closely, we realized that she had a non-standard toilet.
Here is what she [...]
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Episode #39 - Can you save 50% with a space heater? - 16-10-2008
Can you save 50% with a space heater? The Handyguys discuss this and also discuss a listener question.
Question: Jennifer had some questions about a door that wasn’t hanging straight. Her issue was that the screws were pulling out of the jamb. This is usually an easy fix. Unfortunately for Jennifer it wasn’t, as her circumstances [...]
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Episode #38 - Energy Audit - 09-10-2008
The Handyguys answer a listener question about PEX and then discuss home energy audits
If you like our show please consider visiting for us in the Bloggers Choice Award, podcast category. The link is on the right hand side of our home page.
The Handyguys answer a question from Tim:
“Hi guys, I appreciate what you are doing. I [...]
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Episode #37 - Your Hometown Home Show - 02-10-2008
The Handyguys record from the floor of the Philadelphia Home Show.
We check out new products for DIYers at the Philadelphia home show. This show is similar to many around the country. Listen to the podcast for our impressions and then decide if you should go yourself or not.
This particular home show is mostly oriented to [...]
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Episode #36 - Saving Money While Heating Your Home - 25-09-2008
The Handyguys discuss ways to save money during this upcoming winter season.
Part 2 of 2 on energy saving tips. Our first order of business is to respond to Phil’s followup question about replacing his rotted out garage doors. Phil wanted to know if it is really worth buying insulated doors when the rest of his [...]
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Episode #35 - Energy Saving Ideas - 18-09-2008
Episode #35 - The Handyguys discuss High Heating and Energy Bills
PART 1 OF 2
Are high energy prices getting you down? Check out the next two episodes of the Handyguys Podcast!
Fossil fuel and energy prices are on the rise. After a year of rising gasoline prices, homeowners are now faced with the challenge of heating their [...]
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Episode #34 - Preparing Your Home For Winter - 11-09-2008
A Handyguys listener recommends a show on preparing your home for the winter. The Handyguys respond!
First of all, thanks to Mike for sending in a request for this show. He provided a lot of great ideas and insights. We will discuss many of his suggestions in this show.
Before discussing winter prep, the Handyguys answer a [...]
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Episode #33 - Fall Tree Care - 04-09-2008
Yet one more item to add to your handyguy list… Tree care!
Do you give your trees any attention in the fall? The Handyguys discuss how the fall is an important time for both lawn care and tree care. But before they discuss this topic, they respond to some listener questions and suggestions.
In response to our [...]
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Episode #32 - America?s top Home Inspector - 28-08-2008
The Handyguys go to the top dog to discuss home inspection!
The Handyguys interview Brion Grant, president of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) , the oldest home inspection organization in North America. Brion Grant explains the importance of hiring the right home inspector; one you can trust and rely on.
Handyguys Brian and Paul know [...]
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Episode #31 - Fall Preview - 21-08-2008
The Handyguys Discuss upcoming fall show ideas
The Handyguys have a short show for you this week. We are taking this opportunity to discuss some of our show ideas and to solicit feedback from our listeners for show ideas.
Some up-coming topics:
Head to Head tool Challenge, Circular saw
The Home Inspection process and and interview with ASHI
How to [...]
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Episode #30 - Home Security, Home surveillance and Home Automation - 14-08-2008
The Handyguys provide an introduction to DIY home security, surveillance and automation.
The Handyguys give an overview of these technologies in this episode. We may dedicate a show to each of these topics later in the year. If you have any specific products that you would like discussed or have any questions on DIY home automation, [...]
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Episode #29 - Fall Lawn Care - 07-08-2008
The Handyguys address the soon-to-come fall lawn care season.
Before The Handyguys talk about fall lawn care they address a listener question.
TerBeek sent us the following message -
How can I remove a broken drill bit from the window moulding without damaging the moulding? We were drilling a pilot hole for hardware to [...]
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Episode #28 - Porch Post Repair and Jigsaw Challenge - 31-07-2008
The Handyguys, Brian and Paul, first take a question from our call in line regarding repair of rotted porch posts. We then move into a Head to Head tool challenge to test out jigsaws and then wrap up with a new segment Buy, Borrow or Rent. We also discuss tool borrowing Etiquette.
Listener Questions
First off, the [...]
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Episode #27 - Prepare your home for sale - 24-07-2008
Can You Sell Your Home In a Downturn Market? The Handyguys Say “Yes”!
This show is sponsored by Basement Waterproofing
First off, Brian and Paul discuss the Wall Street Journal article entitled “Will Upgrading Your Home Help You Sell It?”
The Handyguys agree with the author, M.P. McQueen, that a big ticket upgrade will not pay for itself [...]
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Episode #26 - Sharp Dressed Handyguy - 17-07-2008
Dare to be a sharp dressed handyguy!
Those old jeans have got to go. They always get holes in the knees and you end up wearing them out on those tough handyguy jobs. Consider becoming a sharp dressed and smart dressed handyguy with the proper handyguy attire.
You probably thought you could just grab the [...]
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Episode #25 - Gluing it - 10-07-2008
The Handyguys revisit a bit of advice on keeping your lawn green and discuss various types of glues, in particular, EcoGlue Premium Wood Adhesive
Read on and listen to the podcast for details of a wood glue and tool bag giveaway from Eclectic Products.
First off - Good advice or bad advice
The Handyguys re-visit keeping your lawn [...]
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Episode #24 - Fixing That Old BBQ Gas Grill - 03-07-2008
The Handyguys discuss fixing that old BBQ grill that no longer cooks as well as it should.
Does one side of your grill heat better then the other? Does it take a long time to cook your steaks on your outdoor grill? Don’t go out and buy a new grill… a couple new grill parts is [...]
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Episode #21 - Part 1: An interview with Roger German (the Basement Guy!) - 12-06-2008
The Handyguys complete their basement finishing series with an interview of a basement refinishing expert Roger German.
Part 1 of 2 of Roger German’s interview, Part 5 of the basement finishing series.
Brian and Paul are fortunate for the opportunity to interview an author and basement finishing expert. Roger German is the author of Remodeling a [...]
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Episode #20 - Appliance repairs for the DIYer - 05-06-2008
The Handyguys discuss DIY appliance repair resources. In this episode Brian stops Paul from going too deep into his DIY washing machine repair without doing a little more research on the Internet. Listen for the full story.
What Kind of Appliance Parts Can I Buy Online?
If you are planning any do it yourself appliance repair projects [...]
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Episode #19 - Your Basement Material Guys - 29-05-2008
Part 4 in the Basement Finishing Series
The Handyguys are becoming the “Basementguys” in this new fourth installment of the basement series. The Handyguys discuss basement materials and revisit some old advice they gave about mowing lawns.
First up… a discussion about some advice that Handyguys gave in Episode #15 on lawn care. Is it true what [...]
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Episode #18 - Finished Basement Planning and Dealing with Building Codes - 22-05-2008
The Handyguys give an overview of how to plan for your finished basement.
Part 3 in the Basement Finishing Series
Now that your basement is ready to finish, you need to develop a plan to execute that construction job down under. The Handyguys know some creative visionaries can see the complete construction plan in their head [...]
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Episode #17 - Is Your Basement Ready? - 15-05-2008
The Handyguys help you determine whether your unfinished basement is suitable for finishing.
Part 2 in the basement finishing series.
Are you tired of that dirty old basement which is filled with all of the junk that you don’t need? Have you been waiting to use that pneumatic nailer you recently purchased? Then it is time to [...]
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Episode #16 To DIY your basement or not? that is the question - 08-05-2008
The Handyguys discuss how to evaluate whether finishing your basement is a job for the DIYer. They also discuss a new site for finding and reviewing contractors.
Episode #1 in the Basement Finishing Series
There are many projects to do around the house but sometimes the handy guy can bite off more then he (or [...]
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Episode #15 - Green Lawns - 01-05-2008
The Handyguys talk about keeping a green and weed free lawn.
Now that you have your mower ready for the new season (after listening to show #14), it is time to discuss proper lawn care. Anyone can hire a lawn service, but the Handyguys prefer the DIY method. Get down to the home center, [...]
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Episode #14 - Getting that Mower Going! - 24-04-2008
The Handyguys discuss annual spring maintenance for your lawn mower
For many of us in the northern parts of the USA, it is that time of year when we get the lawn mower out for the first time. Most of us probably use tradition walk behind mowers with combustion engines. Like our cars, these tools require [...]
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Episode #13 - The Cold Water Heater - 17-04-2008
The Handyguys answer questions about Hot water heaters (or is it “cold water” heater?) and discuss basic water heater maintenance.
Please note: The Handyguys apologize for some technical difficulties which led to a broadcast with some snap, crackle and pops. We expect next week’s podcast to have this problem corrected.
Brian and Paul discuss [...]
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Episode #12 - Katrina Update - 10-04-2008
Fixing Homes in Mississippi Gulf - Bay St. Louis
The Handyguys start off with a reminder of their contact information: Use the contact us tab on the website, call 615-676-0877 or email us@handyguyspodcast.com.
On August 23rd, 2005 hurricane Katrina came through Bay St Louis, MS with about a 30′ tidal storm surge and 100+ MPH winds. The [...]
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Episode #11 - A Step Up - 03-04-2008
The Handyguys answer a question about using bondo on rotted wood and they discuss the different varieties of ladders.
The Handyguys Brian & Paul answer a question about using Bondo for wood repairs submitted by Moe.
Question
My house was built in the late 70’s and lately I’ve noticed that some of the windowsills (exterior) have patches of [...]
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Episode #10 - Deck Woods and Refinishing - 27-03-2008
The Handyguys discuss decking materials and refinishing your deck.
The weather is starting to get warmer and many of us are thinking about getting outside again to use our decks. If you have a deck, it is time to think about cleaning and refinishing your deck for the summer season. If you don’t have [...]
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Happy Easter! - 20-03-2008
The Handyguys are off this week but will be back next week with a show on Decks. We will look at outdoor decking materials and deck maintenance. Check us out next week.
Upcoming show schedule:
The Deck Show
The Ladder Show
Hurricane Katrina Update
Have a great Easter!
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Episode #9 - Drill It! - 13-03-2008
The Handyguys discuss and test drills
In this episode, the Handyguys discuss the basic variety of drills. They also answer a couple questions about the the best drill to use for difficult jobs like putting large holes in joists and drilling holes in concrete.
There is an amazing variety of drills on the market today so [...]
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Episode #8 - In The Toilet! - 06-03-2008
The Handyguys talk about the dirty side of home improvement — well, unless you clean it regularly. The toilet is something nearly everyone owns (unless you live in back woods Appalachia), and everyone has to address the persnickety problems presented by a toilet.
When a toilet fails, you may be left with a water bill [...]
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Episode #7 - Broken Glass - 28-02-2008
The Handyguys discuss fixing windows, answering a question from a listener regarding the repair of glass on a modern vinyl window. But before dealing with that issue, the Handyguys discuss covering the glass with window films.
There are two major window film products. Many of you have probably seen the product that covers the entire window [...]
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Winner - 28-02-2008
Thanks to all those who responded to our question about WD-40. The winner is Michael B.
Michael will receive a Smart Straw can, a Big Blast can, and a No-Mess Pen — all compliments of WD-40. We will be providing a review of the new Smart Straw on a future episode. Maybe Michael will also give [...]
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Episode #6 - The Tool Kit - 21-02-2008
In this show, The Handyguys detail the basic Handyguy Toolkit that every homeowner should have. We also have our first free giveaway contest. Listen to the podcast for details.
But first The Handyguys discuss a new Mantis Cordless Reel Mower. This new battery-powered mower weighs only 25 pounds and is powered by a 24-volt NiCad [...]
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Episode #5 - Compress It! - 14-02-2008
It’s time for another Handyguys tool challenge. On this show, the Handyguys take two very different compressors and run them through their paces. The listeners get to hear the difference between a small Makita MAC700 2 HP 2.6-gallon “hot dog” compressor and an older Porter-Cable compressor similar to the CPF4515 [...]
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Episode #4 - Get Organized - 07-02-2008
The Handyguys talk about two big topics in home improvement today: a house that is ?green? and a house that is organized. First is a discussion of a new product called the GreenSwitch. GreenSwitch is a wireless system that allows you to control several electrical switches and receptacles with a single switch. [...]
