Lightbulb Bans, Government Intervention and Personal Choice

The True Value experience and Delta Faucets 2011: 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 … by The Handyguys Podcast

35 min listen

Eye and Ear Protection: In this audio episode The Handyguys talk about eye and ear protection and interview the inventor of Combo Glasses. Sponsor: Protect your Home with ADT Security Services! Call 1-866-778-3127 Eyes and Ears Safety and Protection We all know how important … by The Handyguys Podcast

22 min listen

Audio podcasting gear we use (to do the show) and True Value Blog Squad: In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast we answer a question we get a lot – What gear do we use to make our show? We also announce our participation in the True Value Blog Squad. Sponsor: Protect your … by The Handyguys Podcast

25 min listen

Battery String Trimmer opinions and a Contest: In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast we discuss our impressions of a battery-powered string trimmer and announce a contest to give one away! Sponsor: Protect your Home with ADT Security Services! Call 1-866-778-3127 Battery Operated String Tr... by The Handyguys Podcast

23 min listen

Repairing Plaster Walls and Attaching Things to Plaster Walls: Repairing plaster walls and attaching things to plaster walls are discussed in this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast. The Handyguys received this question from a listener: Would you please talk in detail about homes with plaster walls? I have … by The Handyguys Podcast

26 min listen

Preventing and repairing thatch and those purple triangle thingys in trees: 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 … by The Handyguys Podcast

30 min listen

Last Minute Christmas List ideas: The Handyguys did a bit of virtual perusing of the isles of our local True Value. Each of us made a Christmas shopping list and then compared our choices in this entertaining podcast. We selected some excellent practical gift ideas … by The Handyguys Podcast

26 min listen

Stink Bug Prevention, Control, Removal and Elimination: 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 … by The Handyguys Podcast

18 min listen

Dust Collection and Resiential Sprinkler Systems: How should the do-it-yourselfer handle dust? When the handyman moves inside to cut and sand wood, a major hazard exists with all the dust that is accumulated in the air and potentially in your lungs. The Handyguys talk about how … by The Handyguys Podcast

24 min listen

Hardscaping Options – Concrete, pavers or stamped concrete: Hardscaping options The Handyguys discuss some hardscaping options under consideration for Brian’s fathers house – concrete, stamped concrete and pavers. Concrete Ideas and Tips Plain old concrete is the cheapest and fastest option for a front stoop. by The Handyguys Podcast

19 min listen

Wasp Killer – eliminate wasps around your home: 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 … by The Handyguys Podcast

20 min listen

When to prime before painting: A Primer on When to Prime Much of the cost of a paint job actually comes from the labor, that is why it is important to know when to prime. When having a repainting job done, it involves scraping the … by The Handyguys Podcast

11 min listen

Lightbulb bans, government intervention and personal choice: The Handyguys discuss the 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 en... by The Handyguys Podcast

25 min listen

LED Christmas Lights for Energy Savings: 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 … by The Handyguys Podcast

21 min listen

Preventing wood rot on door jambs and deck posts: On this episode, Handyguy Paul brings two topics to the podcast pertaining 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 door jambs and … by The Handyguys Podcast

22 min listen

GE Refrigerator Not Cooling Troubleshooting and Repair: The Handyguys discuss modern refrigerator troubleshooting. Many of these tips apply regardless of who makes your refrigerator. Paul’s GE side by side refrigerator is not cooling correctly (model gss25tsre.ss). by The Handyguys Podcast

24 min listen

Selecting a Portable Generator: 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 … by The Handyguys Podcast

25 min listen

Mower maintenance and tips for a better lawn: The Handyguys interview Mike Ballou, product Manager for John Deere, and discuss Mower maintenance and the best way to care for your lawn. Mower maintenance Proper mower maintenance is critical for having a healthy green lawn. Do not begin this … by The Handyguys Podcast

27 min listen

Generator Transfer Switches Interlock Devices: The Handyguys continued a discussion from an earlier episode on generators. Paul wanted to followup with the methods for connecting a generator to your electrical system. Generator Transfer Switches and manual generator interlock devices are discussed ... by The Handyguys Podcast

16 min listen

Renting a Lawn Aerator and avoiding weeds: Okay – here is a quick tip, not a full show. Lawn Aerating Fall and Spring are a great time to aerate your lawn. An aerator will break up hard compacted soil and allow water and nutrients to better reach … by The Handyguys Podcast

2 min listen

Chainsaw Safety: The Handyguys discuss chainsaw safety in this audio podcast. If you rent, borrow or buy a chainsaw you will still need to be aware of proper chainsaw safety. In the summer many areas are effected by thunderstorms, in the late summer and fall some … by The Handyguys Podcast

23 min listen

Energy Efficient Air Conditioning: Handyguys Brian and Paul bring in HVAC (Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning) expert and the co-owner of Interstate Air Conditioning and Heating, Raymond Kishk, to talk about energy efficient air conditioning systems. by The Handyguys Podcast

17 min listen

Planting Grass Seed, Strategies for Success: While planting and growing grass is not difficult–I once heard that it could be planted on concrete–there are strategies for successfully planting grass seed to ensure the most success. Listen to this audio podcast to hear the discussion about all these … by The Handyguys Podcast

23 min listen

Mailbox post choices: The Handyguys, Paul and Brian, discuss your mailbox post options in this podcast. Before you dig a hole in your lawn, or get a chinook helicopter to remove your old post (as Handyguy Paul playfully suggests), it’s best to know … by The Handyguys Podcast

12 min listen

Building an Azek Cellular PVC Deck: In this audio podcast The Handyguys discuss Building an Azek Cellular PVC Deck. The Handyguys discuss when to DIY and when not to DIY, design considerations, choosing a contractor and materials selection. To DIY or not to DIY a Cellular PVC … by The Handyguys Podcast

23 min listen

Drought Lawn Care: Over 70% of the country has been classified as abnormally dry, or worse. What about the oasis in your own backyard? Lawn Care Do’s and Don’ts During a Drought DON’T Water your lawn at night. Grass left wet overnight, or for long periods of … by The Handyguys Podcast

15 min listen

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Lightbulb Bans, Government Intervention and Personal Choice

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