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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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Lawns, Tools, Video Podcasts5 Comments

Lawn Mower Tire Repair For At-Home DIY-ers

November 10, 2014May 5, 2021 The Handyguys

The tire on your wheelbarrow, lawn tractor, snow blower or other piece of equipment goes flat. How do you repair a lawn mower tire? If it’s not obviously punctured, and if you can get air into it, you may be … Continue reading Lawn Mower Tire Repair For At-Home DIY-ers

Decks, Electrical, Video Podcasts4 Comments
Deck Lighting

Deck Lighting Questions Answered

October 21, 2013May 5, 2021 The Handyguys

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

Tools, Video Podcasts3 Comments
Makita Gold Impact Driver Bits

What bits for Makita Impact Drivers

September 10, 2013May 5, 2021 The Handyguys

Disclosure: Post and giveaway sponsored by Makita, but all opinions are The Handyguys. Please see below for additional disclosure. Impact Drivers Impact Drivers are very cool tools. They are perfect for driving screws, a lot of screws. You can also … Continue reading What bits for Makita Impact Drivers

Appliance Repair, Video Podcasts8 Comments
Best Dishwasher Detergent

What is the Best Dishwasher Detergent?

September 5, 2013May 5, 2021 The Handyguys

In this video, the Handyguys discuss dishwasher detergent and why dishes often don’t get clean. We have received a lot of feedback on our video about fixing a dishwasher that won’t clean dishes and for many (too many) people, the … Continue reading What is the Best Dishwasher Detergent?

Pets, Video Podcasts11 Comments
Installing an underground dog fence

Electric Dog Fence DIY 5 Steps Video

August 19, 2013May 5, 2021 The Handyguys

Installing an underground electric dog fence is a great 5 step DIY project to protect your pet. 5 Steps to installing an electric dog fence Determine what kit to buy Determine the area you want to confine your pet to … Continue reading Electric Dog Fence DIY 5 Steps Video

Appliance Repair, Plumbing, Video Podcasts7 Comments
Water Heater, T&P Valve, Expansion Tank

Water Heater Maintenance Video

August 7, 2013May 5, 2021 The Handyguys

This video outlines a key component to water heater maintenance that is often overlooked, the expansion tank. What does the expansion tank do? The expansion tank will allow expanding water (water expands when it heats) a place to go. Do … Continue reading Water Heater Maintenance Video

Tools, Video Podcasts6 Comments
Bosch Random Orbital Sander

Which sander is right for you?

May 30, 2013January 6, 2018 The Handyguys

Which sander should you buy? Its better to ask which sander is right for the job you are doing. In this episode The Handyguys discuss which sander is right for the job, the pros and cons of different types of sanders. When … Continue reading Which sander is right for you?

Lawns, Video Podcasts2 Comments
Soil PH Test

Soil pH Test video

May 1, 2013October 6, 2015 The Handyguys

Handyguy Brian saw an interesting DIY Soil pH Test (pH is a measure of acidity) test described on Facebook. We try it out and also try a commercially available DIY Soil pH Test kit on this episode of The Handyguys Podcast. Here is the graphic … Continue reading Soil pH Test video

Electrical, Energy Savings, Video Podcasts8 Comments
LED Bulb

Led Bulbs

April 9, 2013January 30, 2019 The Handyguys

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

Plumbing, Tools, Video Podcasts3 Comments
Toilet Auger

How to Unclog Toilets

March 26, 2013May 5, 2021 The Handyguys

In the latest episode, The Handyguys discuss several ways to unclog toilets. Yes, you can use a typical plunger if you have a clogged toilet. It works most of the time. What do you do if the plunger fails? Don’t … Continue reading How to Unclog Toilets

Tools, Video Podcasts16 Comments
Rotary Hammer Drill

Hammer Drills: When to use them and why?

March 4, 2013May 5, 2021 The Handyguys

A hammer drill, when equipped with a masonry bit, is designed for drilling into stone, concrete, brick or mortar. When a hammer drill operates, it rotates like a normal drill, and at the same time, has a forward, hammering, type … Continue reading Hammer Drills: When to use them and why?

Tools, Video Podcasts5 Comments
Soft ToolBag toolbox choices

Toolbox Choices

February 5, 2013May 5, 2021 The Handyguys

There are hundreds of toolbox choices on the market. The Handyguys discuss the big and small, soft and hard, tool specific or generic toolbox choices in this video. Toolbox Choices Small Portable toolboxes These types of toolboxes are very common … Continue reading Toolbox Choices

Plumbing, Video PodcastsLeave a comment
Pfister faucet install

Installing a faucet and water filter

January 22, 2013May 5, 2021 The Handyguys

Installing a faucet and water filter doesn’t need to be hard. In this new video from The Handyguys, we show you the basic steps to installing a faucet and water filter. Installing A Faucet and Water Filter Faucet In this … Continue reading Installing a faucet and water filter

Audio Only Podcasts, Decks, Painting8 Comments
Jamb just prior to wood rot

Preventing wood rot on door jambs and deck posts

June 15, 2012April 14, 2021 The Handyguys

On this episode, Handyguy Paul brings two topics to the podcast pertaining to preventing wood rot and to wood and ground contact. Preventing Wood Rot on Door Jambs Paul asks Handyguy Brian about the best way to deal with rotting … Continue reading Preventing wood rot on door jambs and deck posts

Video Podcasts9 Comments
In the lost tunnel

Handyguys Visit Spooky Abandoned Phoenixville Tunnel

October 31, 2011April 14, 2021 Handyguy Paul

The Spooky Abandoned Railroad Tunnel The Handyguys took a day off to discover a long lost railroad tunnel, the Phoenixville Tunnel. The big reason that few people have found the tunnel is due to the rough terrain. Brian and Paul … Continue reading Handyguys Visit Spooky Abandoned Phoenixville Tunnel

Audio Only Podcasts, Pests10 Comments

Wasp Killer – eliminate wasps around your home

September 5, 2011April 14, 2021 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

Blog Posts, Handyguy Paul, Tools2 Comments

Husqvarna’s North American R&D Facility in Charlotte, NC part 1

July 25, 2011April 14, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys Test Husqvarna Tools at their North American R&D facility.   We just got back from visiting Husqvarna and had an adventure playing with power tools and riding the rapids at the U.S. National Whitewater Center. We hacked away … Continue reading Husqvarna’s North American R&D Facility in Charlotte, NC part 1

Audio Only Podcasts, Plumbing, Tools5 Comments

The True Value Experience and Delta Faucets 2011

July 19, 2011April 14, 2021 The Handyguys

In this audio episode, The Handyguys discuss the advantages of a local True Value store and the latest line of Delta faucets. Not Your Grandmother’s Faucet.  Handyguy Fan correspondent visits Delta Faucet Mike from “thediygeek” went on a media tour … Continue reading The True Value Experience and Delta Faucets 2011

Blog Posts, Custom Closet, Handyguy Paul7 Comments

Should You Build Your Own Custom Closet Drawers?

July 18, 2011April 14, 2021 The Handyguys

Custom Closet Drawers This is part of an ongoing series on building your own custom closet shelving. A custom closet does not require drawers. You can simply design adjustable shelving using plywood, mdf, melamine or wire shelving. If you want … Continue reading Should You Build Your Own Custom Closet Drawers?

Blog Posts, Handyguy PaulLeave a comment

Got Voles? Voles in Lawn Can Cause Lawn Damage

May 11, 2011April 10, 2021 Handyguy Paul

Voles in the Yard or Lawn? If your lawn looked like this after the winter thaw, you may have a vole problem. The Handyguys will discuss this pest on our next podcast. Voles are rodents that spend most of their … Continue reading Got Voles? Voles in Lawn Can Cause Lawn Damage

Blog Posts, Handyguy Paul2 Comments

A DIY custom closet – Build Your Own Custom Closet

May 5, 2011April 10, 2021 Handyguy Paul

Custom Handyman Closet There are many custom closet companies eager to install a quick and easy (if not expensive) closet system for storing all of your belongings. I decided to save some money by building DIY custom closet using the modern … Continue reading A DIY custom closet – Build Your Own Custom Closet

Audio Only Podcasts7 Comments
Tiny house's can save you money

Tiny Houses discussed

December 10, 2010April 8, 2021 The Handyguys

In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast, tiny houses are discussed as well as the announcement of office hours on Facebook. Tiny Houses Handyguy Brian read an article about small houses which prompted the discussion. The original article is … Continue reading Tiny Houses discussed

Audio Only Podcasts76 Comments
These floors are a candidate for rejuvenation, not complete refinishing

Repair, Cleaning and Refinishing Old Hardwood Floors

November 22, 2010April 8, 2021 The Handyguys

In this audio episode, The Handyguys address a listener question about how to rejuvenate the hardwood floors in his new old house. The question from Jeremy: Hi guys, just found your podcast and I love it. Working through the archives … Continue reading Repair, Cleaning and Refinishing Old Hardwood Floors

Appliance Repair, Audio Only Podcasts, Lawns4 Comments
Ice

Troubleshooting Ice Maker Not Making Ice And Lawn Aeration

October 8, 2010April 8, 2021 The Handyguys

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 Not Making Ice … Continue reading Troubleshooting Ice Maker Not Making Ice And Lawn Aeration

Audio Only Podcasts9 Comments
Sealed Versus Unsealed Granite

How To Care For Granite

September 21, 2010April 6, 2021 The Handyguys

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 … Continue reading How To Care For Granite

Audio Only Podcasts, Home Technology5 Comments
Hurricane Earl from the ISS

Hurricane Preparedness

September 1, 2010April 6, 2021 The Handyguys

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 … Continue reading Hurricane Preparedness

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