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The Handyguys are two avid DIYers sharing their experiences working around the house. Our weekly video and audio podcasts feature answers to your questions, head-to-head tool tests and other DIY and home improvement topics. If you have a question regarding your home, let us know using the contact tab on our site or call us at (818) 804-8665. We respond to all questions and may use your question on-the-air in a future broadcast. We look forward to answering your questions and helping you around the home!

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Category: Pests

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vacation prep

House Preparation for Vacations (Video)

May 6, 2015March 12, 2016 The Handyguys

Vacation House Preparation In this post, Handyguys Brian and Paul provide cheap methods for protection you property from criminals and destruction while you are away on vacation. Neighbors Handyguy Paul suggest first and foremost that you become friends with your … Continue reading House Preparation for Vacations (Video)

Pests, Video Podcasts10 Comments
Mouse Trap

What is the best mouse trap?

July 12, 2013January 6, 2018 The Handyguys

The Handyguys review a plethora of mouse traps all purchased at our local hardware store. Whether you have mice, voles or rats, there is a trap for you. Why are there so many mouse trap choices? Everyone seems to be … Continue reading What is the best mouse trap?

Audio Only Podcasts, Pests5 Comments
Stink Bugs

Stink Bug Prevention, Control, Removal and Elimination

October 5, 2011October 6, 2015 The Handyguys

Stink Bugs! Perhaps we wouldn’t hate them sooooo much if they had a better name. Perhaps if Stink Bugs were called Smiley Bugs, Fun Bugs, Sweet Bugs or something else it would make them a bit more likeable. Unfortunately, Stink … Continue reading Stink Bug Prevention, Control, Removal and Elimination

Audio Only Podcasts, Pests10 Comments

Wasp Killer – eliminate wasps around your home

September 5, 2011June 7, 2016 Handyguy Paul

How to kill wasps around the home Our neighborhood has a lot of wasps. They build small nests and find their way into all the protective hideouts provided by vinyl siding, drip edges, gutters and flashing. I don’t usually pay a lot … Continue reading Wasp Killer – eliminate wasps around your home

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Emerald Ash Borer Trap

Preventing and repairing thatch and those purple triangle thingys in trees

July 11, 2011October 6, 2015 The Handyguys

In this audio episode The Handyguys discuss thatch in your lawn as well as discuss those purple kite looking things that are showing up in trees around many states in the Midwest and Northeast. Thatch The Handyguys discuss thatch in … Continue reading Preventing and repairing thatch and those purple triangle thingys in trees

Audio Only Podcasts, Decks, Pests11 Comments
Freestanding Deck

Building a freestanding deck and dealing with voles

May 20, 2011October 6, 2015 The Handyguys

On this audio podcast the Handyguys discuss Brian’s free-standing deck and Paul’s Vole problems. How to Build Freestanding Decks There are several advantages to building a deck freestanding, not attached to your house, and few disadvantages. In the podcast we … Continue reading Building a freestanding deck and dealing with voles

Audio Only Podcasts, Pests, Tools11 Comments
Skunky Trailer

Choosing A Small Trailer And Eliminating Skunks

July 1, 2010October 6, 2015 The Handyguys

Avoiding skunks in your yard and an answer to “Does a handyguy need a trailer?” We cover both topics in this show. Skunks Skunks, how do you get rid of them? Don’t give them a reason to come into your … Continue reading Choosing A Small Trailer And Eliminating Skunks

Audio Only Podcasts, Lawns, Pests
square foot garden ready for first harvest

Gardening Tips, Pests, Fencing, and Mulch

April 23, 2010December 21, 2017 The Handyguys

The Handyguys discuss some basic gardening tips as well as mulching and considering a fence. Gardening Tip 1: Critters in the garden What kind of critters? The question that prompted this discussion was about keeping neighborhood cats out of your … Continue reading Gardening Tips, Pests, Fencing, and Mulch

Audio Only Podcasts, Basements, Pests5 Comments

Eliminating Squirrels And Basement Carpet

February 4, 2010January 6, 2018 The Handyguys

The Handyguys take two fan questions on very different topics. Eliminating squirrels and carpeting options for a basement. Eliminating Squirrels The Handyguys received the following question from Larry, a listener of the show: Hi, I have squirrels eating away at … Continue reading Eliminating Squirrels And Basement Carpet

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  • Lawns
  • Home Technology
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical
  • Energy Savings
  • Decks
  • Appliance Repair
  • Basements
  • Painting
  • Pets
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