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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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Tag: plumbing

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

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

Audio Only Podcasts, Lawns, Plumbing
Creeping Poison Ivy

Avoiding Poison Ivy And Plumbing Tips

May 13, 2010April 5, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys discuss another challenge for home improvement, poison ivy. How to get rid of it and how to keep from getting the rash. We end the show with a follow-up to a brief plumbing question from last week. Poison … Continue reading Avoiding Poison Ivy And Plumbing Tips

Audio Only Podcasts, Plumbing4 Comments
Ball Valve

How To Turn Off The Water In An Emergency

March 12, 2010April 2, 2021 The Handyguys

Everyone in your household should know where the main water shutoff valve is and The Handyguys discuss why. Avert Disaster Disaster averted. One of the Handyguys got a call from someone at home about water leaking out from the cabinet … Continue reading How To Turn Off The Water In An Emergency

Audio Only Podcasts, Tools2 Comments

Magnogrip, CarMD, and Permaflow Review

December 3, 2009March 27, 2021 The Handyguys

In this Episode of The Handyguys Podcast, we announce the winner of our toolkit contest and discuss some innovative products from Magnogrip, CarMD and PermaFLOW. Winner Congrats, Andrew. Your toolkit is in the mail. We had a lot of awesome … Continue reading Magnogrip, CarMD, and Permaflow Review

Audio Only Podcasts, Lawns, Plumbing3 Comments

Using Leaf Blowers vs Rakes And Repairing Leaky Showers

November 19, 2009March 27, 2021 The Handyguys

Leaf blowers, rakes and a question about leaky showers The Handyguys discuss the contest to giveaway a great toolkit, some possible problems with a leaky shower valve and whether a rake or a leaf blower is the correct tool for … Continue reading Using Leaf Blowers vs Rakes And Repairing Leaky Showers

Audio Only Podcasts, Basements1 Comment

Basement Systems Continued And Paint Removal

July 16, 2009March 26, 2021 The Handyguys

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 … Continue reading Basement Systems Continued And Paint Removal

Audio Only Podcasts, Energy Savings, Painting, Plumbing12 Comments
CFL Bulbs

Using Primer, What Is Pex And Why CFLs

April 30, 2009March 25, 2021 The Handyguys

Primer, PEX and CFLs Costly Handyguy Mistakes: Primer. Use it or lose it. The Handyguys continue their new segment this week called “Costly DIY Mistakes.” These are mistakes are ones we have personally seen or have been asked about by … Continue reading Using Primer, What Is Pex And Why CFLs

Audio Only Podcasts, Plumbing10 Comments

Faucet Installation Tips

February 12, 2009March 25, 2021 The Handyguys

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 … Continue reading Faucet Installation Tips

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Discover the Handyman in you!

January 10, 2008March 9, 2021 The Handyguys

Home Improvement Welcome to the Handyguys website. This site is the home of the Handyguys podcast. Our podcasts feature your questions, head-to-head tool tests and other DIY and home improvement topics. If you have a question regarding your home, let … Continue reading Discover the Handyman in you!

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