Have you ever forgotten to turn off a light in your home and been consumed by that thought as you drive to work? Or maybe, you’re napping on the couch and the light switch just feels too far away to … Continue reading Smart Light Bulbs
Quiet Generator Noise level is an important characteristic of a generator, we all want a quiet generator. As requested in the comments on other videos, we provide a quick test to demonstrate how these two quiet generators stack up. We … Continue reading Quiet Generator – Generac vs Honda Inverter Generators
In this video, Handyguys Brian and Paul briefly discuss some helpful tips when replacing your smoke detector. At the beginning of the video, Handyguy Paul shows Handyguys Brian his three new detectors. Homeowners should be aware that detectors undergo wear … Continue reading How Often to Replace Your Smoke Alarms (Video)
In this video, Handyguys Brian and Paul attempt to integrate the Amazon Echo Dot (Alexa) with the Philips hue bridge and LED lightbulbs. First, the Handyguys show homeowners how to configure the Philips hue bridge. They then attempt to connect … Continue reading Amazon Echo Dot and Philips Hue Setup
In this video, Handyguys Brian and Paul attempt to connect the Google Home with Philips Hue. In the previous video, Handyguys Brian and Paul go through the process to set up the Philips Hue home automation. They realized that connecting the … Continue reading Google Home and Philips Hue Setup
In this video, Handyguys Brian and Paul talk about the benefits of using LED Shop Lights over fluorescent lighting. While these lights may be more expensive than the fluorescent lighting, they are better quality and worth every cent. All of the … Continue reading LED Shop Lights vs. Fluorescent Shop Lights
In this video, the Handyguys discuss generator differences and focus on inverter generators. If you only need to power a refrigerator for a brief power outage, then a portable generator may be your best bet. if you need your entire house … Continue reading Generator Selection Thoughts by The Handyguys
The Handyguys take a look at selecting a ceiling fan and review typical parts of any fan. It is helpful to understand all the parts to a fan before you make your purchase. There are various controllers, down rods, motors … Continue reading Ceiling Fan Selection
Klein Tools J2078CR All-Purpose Pliers In this post, the Handyguys explain the benefits of using Klein Tools J2078CR All-Purpose Pliers with crimpers. Handyguy Brian starts off by comparing how far electrician pliers have come since the 1950s. New pliers these days … Continue reading Pliers: Klein Tools (Video)
Blinking LED Bulbs In this post, the Handyguys talk about the differences in light bulbs, specifically LED bulbs. The Handyguys start off this video explaining that compact fluorescents are not the way to go when searching for the right light … Continue reading The Reliability of LED Bulbs (Video)
We talked about installing your own underground dog fence in the past but now we provide an overview of how to repair your underground fence when the wire gets cut (and it will eventually!). The wire provided in most DIY underground … Continue reading How to Repair an Underground Dog Fence
Vacation House Preparation In this post, Handyguys Brian and Paul provide cheap methods for protecting your property from criminals and destruction while you are away on vacation. Neighbors Handyguy Paul suggests first and foremost that you become friends with your … Continue reading House Preparation for Vacations (Video)
Security lighting is an inexpensive way to upgrade your home’s safety. In this video, The Handyguys discuss how a homeowner should go about choosing lighting. The key to home security lighting is that it has motion sensing abilities AND dusk-to-dawn. … Continue reading Security Lighting Options
In today’s modern house, we often have many different bits of low voltage network or video cables. Getting them organized makes for easy troubleshooting and allows for changes and easy upgrades. In this video, Handyguys Brian and Paul explain to … Continue reading Home Network Wiring Organization
Deck lighting questions answered In this video, the Handyguys answer some fan deck lighting questions. What is best: CFL, LED, Halogen, Incandescent? Does it really matter? What about low voltage? The Handyguys love their low voltage systems. Watch the video … Continue reading Deck Lighting Questions Answered
LED bulbs are the next generation of “green” lighting technology. The Handyguys talk about how LED Bulbs compare to CFLs and whether they are really friendly to the environment. What is an LED bulb? LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. … Continue reading Led Bulbs
It doesn’t happen too often but it CAN happen – smoke alarm but no smoke. Yes, your smoke alarm can go off when there is no smoke. One possibility is dust. Smoke alarm, no smoke The Handyguys discuss how to … Continue reading Smoke alarm no smoke – What to do
The Handyguys continued a discussion from an earlier episode on generators. Paul wanted to follow-up with the methods for connecting a generator to your electrical system. Generator transfer switches and manual generator interlock devices are discussed on the show. Generator … Continue reading Generator Transfer Switches Interlock Devices
Portable Generator Selection Checklist The Handyguys do not own generators but with all the power outages in the news, they are certainly thinking about adding this “power tool” to their arsenal. Portable generators are easy to pick up at your … Continue reading Selecting a Portable Generator
The Handyguys discuss government involvement in banning traditional light bulbs. Yup, the government has ‘outlawed’ the tried and true light bulb. Even after this podcast was recorded, some representatives in congress have attempted to delay the enforcement of the ban. … Continue reading Lightbulb Bans, Government Intervention and Personal Choice
Can you save some money using LED Christmas Lights? The Handyguys discuss LED, mini-incandescent and C9 and C7 Christmas lights. LED Energy Savings This podcast was inspired by an article Handyguy Brian read on the Fox News Website entitled Good … Continue reading LED Christmas Lights for Energy Savings
Does a 5 minute fan take 5 minutes to install? The Handyguys find out. Watch this video to see if Handyguy Brian can beat the clock while installing a Hunter 5 minute fan. We picked up the ceiling fan and … Continue reading Does a 5 minute fan take 5 minutes to install?
In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast, Brian and Paul discuss a listener’s question about recessed lighting. How to Install Recessed lighting We got the following question from Rob: I recently discovered your podcast and I love it. I’m … Continue reading Installing Recessed Lighting
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 … Continue reading Landscape Lighting Options, Solar And Low Voltage
In this video, The Handyguys discuss installing a wall sconce to add ambiance lighting that won’t glare on the screen to a basement home theater. Glare is the issue, planning is the answer When you are considering lighting for your … Continue reading Installing a sconce in 7 easy steps
The Handyguys talk to Wayne Gilchrist from http://www.ezdiyelectricity.com. How does a homeowner get started working with electricity? The Handyguys have been involved in electrical projects since they were youngsters. Handyguy Paul stuck his finger in a light socket when he … Continue reading Master Electrician Interview