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Energy Savings

Episode #94 – Caulking Windows

January 7, 2010

The Handyguys discuss the the energy saving task of caulking windows.
Announcements
Before we discuss caulking windows we would like to remind our listeners and viewers of our recent video production on replacing a flush valve. In addition, we will be re-doing our “Fixing a Dishwasher” video in High Definition for additional clarity on the repair process. [...]

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Episode #89 – Fall Checklist

November 13, 2009

Win this toolkit. Click on the picture to learn how! Hint: ideal use of duct tape wins

How do you get your house ready for the Winter Season?

Join the Handyguys in a not-so-methodical checklist for the winter season. This is not your every day handyman (or not so handyperson) checklist. We have some extras you may not see on other lists. Listen to the podcast as we discuss these items. True Value [...]

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Episode #88 – Furnace Filters

November 5, 2009

Furnace filters are a critical component of your heating and cooling system.

Make sure they are changed regularly. We discuss the myriad of choices in furnace filters in this podcast.

The Handyguys group filters into three different categories, good, better and best. Whats best for one person may not be the best for another. The standard filters [...]

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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 #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?

With high [...]

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Episode #67 – Fein Fathers Day and Smart Grid

June 4, 2009

The Handyguys start out discussing some tools for Fathers 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 fathers day gift for a handyguy. One follower said that her husband was eying up the Fein Multimaster [...]

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Episode #52 – Two Handy Faucet Installations

February 12, 2009

The Handyguys upgrade their faucet hardware and provide videos to prove it!

Many weeks ago we promised to talk about faucet installation. Brian recently installed a great Price Pfister Ashfield for his powder room. Paul installed a Grohe Arden mini set in his master bathroom.

But before we can talk about basic plumbing and installing fixtures, we [...]

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Episode #42 – Monitoring Your Power Consumption

November 6, 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

October 30, 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 #39 – Can you save 50% with a space heater?

October 16, 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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