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In this video episode of The Handyguys Podcast Handyguy Paul replaces the water tank on his GE Side By Side refrigerator. His tank was leaking so he found the part and replaced it. This repair will be similar for many different makes and models of refrigerators.
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Replacing Water Heater Expansion Tanks and Ipe Decking
Exploding Water Heaters And Home Networking
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Does a 5 minute fan take 5 minutes to install? The Handyguys find out. Watch this video to see if Handyguy Brian can beat the clock while installing a Hunter 5 minute fan .
We picked up the ceiling fan and everything needed to install it at our local True Value .
We were one of the bloggers selected by True Value to work on the DIY Squad. We have been compensated for our time commitment to the program as well as our writing about our experience. We have also been compensated for the... Read Full Story
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The Spooky Abandoned Railroad Tunnel
The Handyguys took a day off to discover a long lost Railroad tunnel. The big reason that few people have found the tunnel is due to the rough terrain. Brian and Paul fight through the thickets and make it to the tunnel. We had a lot of fun on our day off!
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In this video episode of The Handyguys Podcast we showcase some of the features of a freestanding Ipe deck such as lighting, hidden fasteners, Ipe plugs and aluminum balusters.
Some of the things show in this video are
Ipe Deck completed construction
Use of beam and joist flashing
Use of low voltage lighting with concealed wire
Using a boulder for a landing
Use of hidden Ipe fasteners
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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 right now. I’m planning to refinish the original hardwood floors in the 1950s ranch house that I just bought as my first home. I will be pulling all the base trim off and want to go to a dark color to help hide any flaws in the flooring as well as future dirt... Read Full Story
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The Handyguys revisit some old issues and discuss some new ones – foamy faucets, cloudy dishes, frog tape giveaway, toilet troubles and bad gas caps on this audio episode.
Topic 1: The Moen Faucet with foamy smelly water.
Paul discusses his Moen faucet with the pull out braided hose and how it still produces smelly foamy water when not used for several hours. Moen’s customer service was great but they don’t offer any explanation of what causes the odor or foam. Several listeners... Read Full Story
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In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast we answer a listener question about wallpaper removal and discuss our own experiences with wallpaper removal.
The question:
…we recently moved into my wife’s grandmothers house. And well it was grandma’s in every way. Wallpaper: now some of the wall paper was put up very well, would it be possible to paint over these? And some of the wall paper, not so well, best ideas for removal, and would I then have to replace the drywall underneath... Read Full Story
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In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast Brian and Paul discuss how to winterize your lawn and garden equipment and store your Deere tractor for the winter.
Check your owners manual for specific end of season or storage procedures. This show will primarily focus on Fuel. This guide applies to all small engines including tractors, mowers, string trimmers, chain saws, blowers, etc.
The Deere owners manual states:
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Stale fuel can produce varnish and plug... Read Full Story
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Published to Electronic Gadgets - Home ELectronics
In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast we discuss talk about moving off of the telecommunication and entertainment grid. How much do you pay for your home phone and TV entertainment? You can save a lot of money by cutting some of the cables.
Moving off of the grid – Eliminate the local phone service
Brian and Paul talk about cutting their phone bill down to only a few bucks per month. Brian uses the Ooma Telo which costs about $200 up front for equipment but has free-calling. Paul... Read Full Story
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In this video episode of The Handyguys Podcast we show you some aeration, hauling, bagging and other attachments that can add significant value and utility to your lawn tractor.
We put some John Deere attachments & accessories through a workout in this video:
Aerator
The key thing in using this aerator is to have weight on it. It also helps if your ground is moist.
Bagger
The Deere bagger does a great job picking up the clippings. It’s a little awkward to put on the first time so... Read Full Story
