DIY Home Improvement audio and video podcasts by The Handyguys

Cutting The Cable And Saving Money

In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast we discuss talk about moving off of the telecommunication and entertainment grid. How much do you pay for your home phone and TV entertainment? You can save a lot of money by cutting some of the cables. Moving off of the grid – Eliminate the local phone [...]

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Accessorizing a lawn tractor video – Aeration, hauling, bagging and more

In this video episode of The Handyguys Podcast we show you some aeration, hauling, bagging and other attachments that can add significant value and utility to your lawn tractor. We put some John Deere attachments & accessories through a workout in this video: Aerator The key thing in using this aerator is to have weight [...]

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Troubleshooting Ice Maker Not Making Ice And Lawn Aeration

In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast we start by discussing a question about ice makers not making ice and then get into some recent projects in our “What are ya doing lately” segment. Ice maker machine not making ice We received this question from a fan named Mary Do you have any recommendations [...]

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Landscape Lighting Options, Solar And Low Voltage

In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast we discuss solar and low voltage landscape lighting. Pros and Cons of Solar versus Low Voltage landscape lighting Solar Pros Easy to install You don’t need an outlet or transformer Long lasting bulbs Safe Solar Cons Price can be higher than low voltage Limited selection of light [...]

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How To Care For Granite

In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast The Handyguys discuss granite care and granite counter-top maintenance Granite Care The Handyguys discuss: Granite generally requires re-sealing every 1-3 yrs. Check with your installer to see what they recommend. Topical vs Penetrating granite sealers (stripping/re-sealing/permanent/etc). Granite should only be washed with dishwasher soap/water. No harsh cleansers. [...]

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Tractor and Mower Maintenance Video – Oil, Fuel, Air, Grease and Spark

In this video episode of The Handyguys we discuss some common tractor and mower maintenance for your John Deere. We discuss changing oil, checking air filters, the location of spark plugs, grease points and fuel filters. John Deere sells a Home maintenance kit specifically for your tractor. It contains most of the items you will [...]

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Hurricane Preparedness

In this audio podcast we comment on the most common tips for hurricane preparedness, add a few of our own, and then interview a Handyguys Podcast fan and hurricane veteran. For complete preparedness tips please check out these resources: www.nhc.noaa.gov www.fema.gov www.ready.gov wikipedia.org Here are some tips The Handyguys discuss: Check gutters and downspouts, [...]

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Labor Day Lawn Care Do’s and Don’ts

Our friends over at John Deere sent us some great lawn care information that we wanted to share with everyone before Labor Day. There is no audio or video with this post. A survey with Harris Interactive found out that 79% of homeowners and renters in the U.S. are planning to mow their lawns in [...]

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Tween Painting Party And Foamy Faucet Trouble

In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast we discuss if giving a pre-teen free rein on painting her room with her friends is a good idea, we then discuss a vexing issue with Paul’s kitchen sink faucet. Pre-teen Painting She is 12, she wanted her room painted. She wanted to DIY. It was her [...]

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Upgrading Door Security And A DIY Flowchart

Door Devil Anti-Kick and Door Frame Repair Kit

In this audio podcast The Handyguys discuss how to upgrade the entry doors in your house, with a Door Devil™, for increased security and then discuss a flowchart for determining if DIY projects are right for you. Door Security The Handyguys have discussed home security in the past but it usually involves systems that alert [...]

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Accessorizing a lawn tractor video – Aeration, hauling, bagging and more

Tractor and Mower Maintenance Video – Oil, Fuel, Air, Grease and Spark

Cutting The Cable And Saving Money

Accessorizing a lawn tractor video – Aeration, hauling, bagging and more

Troubleshooting Ice Maker Not Making Ice And Lawn Aeration

Landscape Lighting Options, Solar And Low Voltage

How To Care For Granite

Tractor and Mower Maintenance Video – Oil, Fuel, Air, Grease and Spark

Hurricane Preparedness

Labor Day Lawn Care Do’s and Don’ts

Tween Painting Party And Foamy Faucet Trouble

Upgrading Door Security And A DIY Flowchart

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