The Handyguys Podcast

Episode #76 – Deck Stains and Tub Glazing

August 13, 2009

The Handyguys Discuss Deck and Tub finishes 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 page). Joan asks about the best finish for wood decking with undesirable variations in color. She mentions natural Cabbots Australian [...]

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Episode #75 – Basement Systems Continued and Paint Removal

August 6, 2009

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! It’s an older, fixer-upper house in a historic district in Knoxville, TN.
I painted houses professionally for a few [...]

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Episode #74 – Basement Systems and Listener Questions

July 30, 2009

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 is
I live in a ranch style house that has two HVAC zones. We spend most of [...]

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Episode #73 – Fixing a Kenmore Elite Dishwasher that is not Cleaning Dishes

July 23, 2009

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 problems and hoped to talk about the Handyguy’s electrical toolkit. However, the dishwasher took up the entire episode and the electrical toolkit discussion got pushed back to another show (ok… [...]

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Episode #72 – Basement Toilet Installs, Water Saving Flush Valves and Dryer Vent Cleaning

July 16, 2009

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 choice of going upstairs where there is a kitchen, bathroom and 2 bedrooms… Or you have the [...]

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Episode #71 – ZTR Mower Versus Tractor

July 9, 2009

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 growing lawns — but that comes with long hours of mowing.
Handyguy Paul is researching a riding [...]

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Happy Independence Day – ZTR vs Tractor

July 2, 2009

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 Handyguys try out a ZTR and a Lawn Tractor style mower to determine the pros and [...]

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Episode #70 – Electrical Toolkit and Surviving a Power Outage

June 25, 2009

First up the electrical tool kit we talk about some key tools for doing electrical work and comment on an article in Fine Homebuilding called An Electrical Tool Kit by Brian Walo.
Fine Homebuilding says (About Brian Walo’s article):
He recommends three electrical testers, a variety of drivers (Phillips head, flat head, nut driver, and Robertson drivers), [...]

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Episode #69 – Air-conditioning Troubleshooting checklist

June 18, 2009

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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Episode #68 – Synthetic Decks and GFCI Outlets

June 11, 2009

The newest generation of synthetc decking looks much more like real wood and has a much longer warranty.

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 [...]

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