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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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The John Deere Lawn Tractor

Selecting a John Deere Lawn Tractor 100 series 300 series

June 17, 2010April 5, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys discuss John Deere residential lawn tractors. The Handyguys are busy mowing and evaluating John Deere’s LA115 Lawn tractors this summer. In the first of our 5 part monthly series on residential Lawn tractors from John Deere, the Handyguys … Continue reading Selecting a John Deere Lawn Tractor 100 series 300 series

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Porter Cable Tools that can be bought reconditioned

Buying Reconditioned Tools

March 18, 2010April 2, 2021 The Handyguys

Should the Handyguy consider “reconditioned” tools when making a purchase on the Handyguys Podcast store? The Handyguys talk about their experience with reconditioned tools and invite a listener the chime in on his recent purchase of a sweet Bosch compound … Continue reading Buying Reconditioned Tools

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Plaster wall repair

Ideal Water Pressure, Fixing A Damaged Wall And V-Jaw Pliers

January 28, 2010April 1, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys received a distraught email from one of our listeners regarding a DIY disaster. It seems that Leroy has the challenge of fixing a hack job from the previous homeowner. Hi guys, I recently purchased a house. The home … Continue reading Ideal Water Pressure, Fixing A Damaged Wall And V-Jaw Pliers

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How To Choose A Nail Gun

January 15, 2010April 1, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys discuss what nailer you use when. A pneumatic nailer takes much of the work of driving nails and saves you time. With one pull of the trigger, the nail is set flush or below the surface of the … Continue reading How To Choose A Nail Gun

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Installing A Tile Back-splash For Your Kitchen

December 17, 2009March 27, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys discuss doing a tile back-splash. Preparations You need to make sure your wall is smooth and clean. Measure and decide what areas of your back-splash you want to cover. When buying tile, make sure you account for waste … Continue reading Installing A Tile Back-splash For Your Kitchen

Audio Only Podcasts, Painting12 Comments

How To Paint Like A Pro

December 11, 2009March 27, 2021 The Handyguys

In this episode, The Handyguys discuss painting. Planning your painting project with the right materials and tools are discussed in this podcast. Planning Handyguy Brian originally intended to paint the entryway and foyer of his house. The foyer has 17 … Continue reading How To Paint Like A Pro

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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

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Soft ToolBag toolbox choices

Top 10 Essential Tools For DIY And Duct Tape Uses

October 29, 2009March 27, 2021 The Handyguys

In this show The Handyguys discuss their top 10 starter tools and announce a contest to win this toolkit! What is included in a first time home buyers tool kit? Screwdrivers of course!  But what else? The Handyguys went shopping … Continue reading Top 10 Essential Tools For DIY And Duct Tape Uses

Audio Only Podcasts, Lawns, Tools5 Comments

ZTR Mower Versus Tractor

July 9, 2009March 26, 2021 The Handyguys

Handyguys Try Out Some Riding Mowers The Handyguys are falling behind on the honey do list because this year’s mowing season is taking all of their free time. Pennsylvania has been hit by lots of rain making for nice fast … Continue reading ZTR Mower Versus Tractor

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Deck Material And Design Part 2

March 12, 2009March 25, 2021 The Handyguys

In this episode of The Handyguys, Podcast the Handyguys Brian & Paul continue their interview with Paul Mackie from The Western Red Cedar Lumber Association. This part of the interview contains discussion of: Can a handyguy build his own deck. … Continue reading Deck Material And Design Part 2

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Hammer Drill Featured

Mowers, Drills And Garbage Disposals

February 19, 2009March 25, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys answers some questions and then discuss garbage disposals. A garbage disposal is something most of us have but the troubleshooting because instructions are probably missing.  The Handyguys discuss ways to fix these little beasts when they are not … Continue reading Mowers, Drills And Garbage Disposals

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Home Improvement Tips, Rapid Fire

February 5, 2009March 25, 2021 The Handyguys

Can Brian succinctly answer 10 unrelated questions in a single episode? Listen to the podcast to find out! In this episode, Paul pulls 10 questions from our listeners and forums around the Internet. It is Brian’s job to provide brilliant … Continue reading Home Improvement Tips, Rapid Fire

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The Table Saw Guide

January 21, 2009March 25, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys suspect that a lot of handguys would love to own a table saw.  But, is this a tool that the average handyguy should own?  Brian and Paul discuss whether this tool should be included in your toolkit workshop. … Continue reading The Table Saw Guide

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Dangerous Tools

January 8, 2009March 25, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys address carpet padding removal and dangerous household tools. Happy 2009!  The Handyguys are back from hiatus and ready to address another year of handyman Handyguy topics. We have new voice-over talent, new music and a new look to … Continue reading Dangerous Tools

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Attic Venting And Air Compressors

December 11, 2008March 15, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys take a listener question about attic venting then talk about air compressors and air tools First up – A question from Natalie I live in an 1957 government built home that has a lot of open areas at … Continue reading Attic Venting And Air Compressors

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Tool Montage

New Innovative Tools

December 4, 2008March 15, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys discuss some innovative tools and interview a tool inventor. This show features some innovative tools. You may want to consider them for Christmas gifts for the handy person on your gift giving list. First off, check out our … Continue reading New Innovative Tools

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Handyguy Stocking Stuffers

November 20, 2008March 15, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys Podcast discuss some unique stocking stuffer gift ideas for this Christmas season. So you want to purchase some nice gifts for the handyguy in your life but you don’t want to break the bank.  You could go to … Continue reading Handyguy Stocking Stuffers

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How To Repair A Porch Post And Choosing A Jigsaw

July 31, 2008March 15, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys, Brian and Paul, first take a question from our call-in line regarding repair of rotted porch posts. We then move into a head-to-head tool challenge to test out jigsaws and then wrap up with a new segment Buy, … Continue reading How To Repair A Porch Post And Choosing A Jigsaw

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How To Choose A Drill, Drill Type Comparisons

March 13, 2008March 9, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys discuss and test drills In this episode, the Handyguys discuss the basic variety of drills. They also answer a couple questions about the best drill to use for difficult jobs like putting large holes in joists and drilling … Continue reading How To Choose A Drill, Drill Type Comparisons

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Building The Ideal Home Tool Kit

February 21, 2008March 9, 2021 The Handyguys

In this show, The Handyguys detail the basic Handyguy Home Tool Kit that every homeowner should have. We also have our first free giveaway contest. Listen to the podcast for details. But first, The Handyguys discuss a new Mantis Cordless … Continue reading Building The Ideal Home Tool Kit

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Homeowner Air Compressor Tips

February 14, 2008March 9, 2021 The Handyguys

It’s time for another Handyguys tool challenge. On this show, the Handyguys take two very different compressors and run them through their paces. The listeners get to hear the difference between a small Makita MAC700 2 HP 2.6-gallon “hot dog” … Continue reading Homeowner Air Compressor Tips

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Reciprocating Saw Test

Battery Versus Corded Reciprocating Saws

January 31, 2008March 9, 2021 The Handyguys

Show #3 The Cut-up Show In this show, the Handyguys have their first head-to-head tool challenge, comparing a traditional corded Milwaukee sawzall against a Makita cordless reciprocating saw. But before they get to the tool challenge, the Handyguys finish their … Continue reading Battery Versus Corded Reciprocating Saws

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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!

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