Handyman Pros Radio Show

Do you know the difference between working on your business and in your business?  This episode is dedicated to helping you work on your handyman business and includes tips and tricks that will help you streamline your operation.

This show is a synopsis of an article on the “state” of the handyman business by the numbers.  Included are total market size, average job size, growth rates, and lots of tips and advice from John and Larry.

Spring is here, and the Handyman Pros are offering up some important tips for home maintenance and repair.

Aj is a Part Time handyman and has great insight in running a handyman business as a side hustle.  In this episode we discuss a series of processes for running a handyman business (or any business), automation, scheduling, customer service, and many other great tip.  

Aj is a Part Time handyman and has great insight in running a handyman business as a side hustle.  In this episode we discuss starting a handyman business, suitability for the handyman business, how to get and maintain customers, and more.   He is an active member of Handyman Pros facebook group and longtime listener to the Handyman Pros Radio Show.  

As a handyperson, we see our job as helping our customers solve their home maintenance and repair issues.  One of our challenges: we leave business on the table because.  This episode is about expanding your service list.  Included are action items for both the handyman and the homeowner.

Do you have a pressure washer that is not working?  This week, John fixed a pressure washer for a customer.  We thought we would share some tips and tricks for running, evaluating, and repairing pressure washers.

Spring is here, time to clean the glass in your home.  We thought we would share some tips and tricks on cleaning glass that make it simple and easy.

The handyman business is a great business, but….!   The pros decided to have a discussion about things that “bug” us on the job.  You’ll be nodding your head, trust me!

It’s that time of year again, the handyman pros have a discussion on making your tax season as easy as possible.  Included are some tips and tricks for hiring a tax professional, what to look for in software programs, how to code income and expenses, and more!

John and Larry discuss how to keep warm blooded critters out of the house.  Both hosts had squirrel problems and have a couple of tips to keep the unwanted guests where they should be, outside!

In this episode the Handyman Pros talk tankless water heaters.  If you are considering a tankless water heater, the handyman pros discuss the pros and cons of both electric and gas tankless water heaters.  Our take is enhanced by the co hosts having tankless hot water heaters.

The Spaceship has landed, do we look at it or do we take it apart?  We decided to do a show on taking something apart!  This show is packed with tips and tricks on how to effectively take something apart and put it back together again (and have it work)!

In this episode we relate some great stories about what you might find if you decide to get into a major remodel.  Included are stories of lost cities, money, trash, and more!

In this episode the Handyman Pros revisit some tips and tricks for hiring a handyman.   Included are action items that will help you make the right choices.

From the field, a maintenance tip that you need to heed, keep your bushes trimmed.  Both John and I relate our stories of shrubs gone wild!  This is a story of how little jobs become big jobs.

Honda corporation recently announced that it will discontinue its lawnmower line.  We discuss!

The Great Cyclone Bomb of 2022 has come and gone, this show is a discussion about some of the things we learned about plumbing systems during this massive cold spell.  We discuss tips and tricks on how to avoid plumbing failures during cold weather and some quick fixes if you do have an event.

The Great Cyclone Bomb of 2022 has come and gone, this show is a discussion about some of the things we learned about HVAC systems during this massive cold spell.  We discuss some tips and tricks to keep your HVAC system working and how to keep your home warm during cold weather.

With the turn of the new year, we thought we should discuss 5 things you should do in 2023.  Included are planning topics, budgeting, projects and maintenance.

The Holiday season is here and we have had several inquiries about getting jobs done before the holidays.  We thought we would explain some of the concerns with these types of calls.

We have never discussed sawhorses, guess what?  We are now!  Like so many things, sawhorses are more complicated than what they appear to be.  We do a deep dive into sawhorses.

It's Christmas time again!  In this episode, John and Larry discuss the tools they could not be without and the ones you should consider for Christmas presents.  Larry brings up some good ideas for inexpensive gifts too. 

When times are tough, knowing your numbers can be the difference between success and failure in both your business and personal lives.  We have been mentoring some contractors, helping them to grow a successful business.  We decided to do a show on knowing your numbers, both financially and operationally.  These principles apply to home maintenance and repair as well.

Have you ever been working on a project and realized you had not properly planned for your material needs, but you had the assortment pack; the day was saved!  In this episode we are going to discuss the must have assortment packs.

In this episode the Handyman Pros have a discussion about following behind another contractor to finish a job.  Larry and John have both experienced this and wanted to share their perspectives on this activity from both the homeowner’s perspective and the contractor’s perspective.

This is our annual Halloween show in which we feature some of the horrific things we have experienced on the jobsite.

On occasion, Larry and John help young entrepreneurs in their quest to be successful.  In a recent counseling session, we realized that this particular individual had no definable goal.  We decided to do a show on goals, goal setting and visualization and how it relates to business and your home improvement endeavors.

We are problem solvers.  We have noticed a precipitous rise in the cost of PVC lumber and we were trying to figure out a way to achieve the same type of performance without spending a small fortune.  This episode is about our strategies, tactics, and ideas to help you in figuring out a way to do a job helping you save time, money, and aggravation.

In this episode the Handyman Pros have a discussion about rebuilding a wooden garage door.  Recently, John had to rebuild his garage door and we decided to discuss what he had learned.  If you have wooden garage doors, they can be rebuilt!

In this episode, John and Larry address the issues with washing machine outlet boxes and associated hardware.  They will be discussing what to look for and how to solve the issues with the installation, valves. and complete replacement.  

A few episodes ago, John and Larry were discussing some projects that you might NOT want to DIY, unless you're very experienced.  This week, they address some projects that the novice DIY'r should be doing.  Such as:

In the past ten years, changes in battery technologies have changed the way we build.  The Handyman Proshave a discussion about some of the innovative battery powered items that are now available for your home.

The Handyman Pros have a discussion about operational storage, some tips and tricks on making it happen.

John and Larry discuss 5 projects you just might consider passing on for a DIY if you haven't done them before.  We discuss considering skills and safety along with long term ramifications.  Sometimes if might be a good idea to consider experienced help.

This week John and Larry discuss some tips that you can use to improve your life.  We will be talking about a great way to clean a shower and tub with Bar Keepers Friend.  Have some loose tiles on the floor, or other loose flooring, John used a product you can inject under the tiles by simply drilling holes in the grout and injecting this product.  Finally, Larry has a story about a safety tip to pass along.

The Handyman Pros discuss wire rack shelving.  Included are tips and tricks on installing adjustable wire rack systems for your closets, laundry rooms, or garages.  Great information on how to choose the right system for your organizational needs.

How many jobs have you had that require multiple trips?  Jobs like drywall, tile, paint, trips that require
“Dry” time.  In this episode the Handyman Pros discuss the realities of these types of jobs, factors out of your control, and managing expectations.

Ever had a neighbor come up to you on a jobsite?  The Handyman Pros want to relate a recent experience on a jobsite.  Most of the time, this is a referral opportunity, but…. There’s always one!  A great story on how to deal with difficult neighbors on the jobsite.

Recently, the Handyman Pros had an incident where they needed their first aid kit.  We wanted to share some ideas on why you need a first aid kit and some practical additions for your kit.  Included are real life examples of what you need, what we use most, and some potential additions that can save you a lot of pain.

In this episode the Handyman Pros wish you a happy Fourth of July including some of our best tips and tricks.

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Hot weather is here, time for some simple solutions to create your own Ice Packs.

In this episode, the Handyman Pros discuss 7 critical aspects of your property, why they are important, and how they can save you time, money, and aggravation!  These are need to know tips that can reduce your liability, increase your safety, and enhance your abilities to head off trouble.

John wanted to cool off, so he bought the Ryobi Mister Fan.  Thought we would do a review.

Deck collapses are more common than you might think, and many of them cause injury and death.  This episode gives some tips on how to determine if your deck needs some reinforcement!  Included in the discussion are the common causes for failure including attachment to the ledger board and fastener failure.  If you have a deck, this is a must listen.

Today’s action tip will make your future electrical projects simpler.  When you shut off an electrical breaker, put the number of the breaker on the gover plate of the outlet or switch.  This simple tip can save you many minutes of searching through your electrical panel box.

Ever wonder what are some trends in the home remodeling space?  In this episode the Handyman Pros put forth 10 trends in the home renovation world.  Included are “smart” homes, small job big impact, and saving money, and 7 other topics.

This episode is a discussion about marketing leave behinds, simple gifts that can influence your customers for years!

Larry and John actually work as handymen. This episode is a discussion about a recent barn repair job, the planning for the job, and the challenges faced.  Great lessons learned.

In our efforts to bring content to our audience, we are promoting our Facebook page as a means of offering up content ideas and a sense of community to our listeners.

If you haven’t done anything in construction in a while, materials are not as readily available as they were and or should be.  This episode is a candid discussion on understanding how the material shortage affects your project.  Included are some tips and tricks that can help to “fix” the supply side problems.

John was out doing a fence repair, and came on pieces of eco friendly pressure treated wood that failed prematurely.  We want to know if anyone else has had this type of failure.

In this episode the Handyman Pros review and organize the content we have already produced (more than 260 Episodes).  Included are the categories we have used to give organization.  With the large amount of content, we wanted to describe what we have done to make it easier for you to access relevant topics.

The Handyman Pros have a discussion about an article from the Federal Trade Commission

We read an interesting article in Plumber magazine about enticing the next generation into the trades.  We discuss this article and some of the videos that Pfister and Ridgid have created.

John and Larry are looking to give away our spring maintenance checklist!  Subscribe to the newsletter and receive a free checklist!

Decisions have consequences.  The handyman pros postulate on decisions you make and what some of the long term, deep consequences can mean to you, your home and your wallet!

John and Larry talk about spring break, where they went, what they saw, and the fun they had!

Using technology to keep yourself organized is of great benefit.  The Handyman Pros discuss the advantages of using Siri to create and maintain lists for materials acquisitions.

Larry and John describe the step by step procedure for building and installing a hidden rolling gate for your deck.  A rolling gate gives you the opportunity to limit access to and from your deck with a limited amount of lost floorspace on the deck itself.  It’s the pocket door of the deck.

This episode discusses a proposed Georgia Bill that proposes that roofs need to be completely replaced when damaged.  Such laws already exist in other states.  It’s never a bad idea to check local regulations

In a recent trip to the Atlanta Home Show, John and Larry offer up some tips on what to do, and what not to do if you are attending a trade show as a vendor or as a consumer.

This episode discusses the pros and cons of battery powered lighting and how a remote can help solve an otherwise expensive update.

Have you had a grill where the wheels either don’t roll or refuse to turn (caster)?  John created a new base for his grill, installing new casters and creating extra storage space under his grill.  This is a great DIY project that can solve the wheel problem on your grill.

This episode is all about saving time and effort when searching for building products in big box stores.  The free store apps fit the bill!

John and Larry recently attended the Atlanta Home Show.  We did a recap of the show and discussed some of the vendors that were at the show.

Pilot light won’t light?  The handyman pros walk you through how to light a pilot light.  Also included are some tips and tricks to diagnose your problems.

Recently, Larry installed a dry space system under a deck.  John wanted to know more, so we discussed the details of installing an under deck drainage system.

Larry and John offer up a key tip that can help you save time, money, and aggravation when installing something new.  Reading the instruction manual the night before helps you fully prepare for the job at hand!

We came across an article in which the California Energy Commission wants to ban natural gas hookups in new construction.  Larry and John discuss the ramifications of the new regulations in California limiting natural gas hookups in new construction.

This episode is dedicated to those with round deck balusters that are loose and falling off of the mounts!

John was doing his usual Sunday Morning research, reading trade papers, and came across an interesting article in a plumbing trade magazine on engaging customers on social media.  We discuss the article and add some unique twists of our own.

This week’s action tip gives a simple solution to the problems associated with pockets in tool belts and bags.  John figured this one out by himself, a bit of brilliance!  Put ziplock bags in your pockets, wrap them over the tool belt pocket.  Simple, effective, and inexpensive.

This episode discusses solutions to the challenges of a Handyman business including marketing, hiring, networking, and more.

Have you ever lost a bluetooth device and wondered if there is a way to find it?  Larry and John discuss an App that does just that!  (John found his FitBit with this app)

Larry finished an ADA bedroom/bathroom suite for a VIP.  We thought we might share some insight into building a handicapped bathroom and bedroom suite.  Included are discussions on planning, including how to tape out the “flow” of the room, product selection criteria and unique products that are available, and some construction techniques.

Be safe when working within your own home and other homes.  We discuss tagging breakers and other equipment that can cause serious injury.

This episode will discuss the specifics of starting a handyman business and includes tips and tricks on planning, accounting, systems and processes and more!

The handyman pros discuss the rising cost of building materials and the uncertainty of actually finding the materials you need to do your home projects.

In This episode Alan Stephenson talks about his background, his qualifications, and why he got into the trades businesses all while running a financial planning business and battling cancer.

The handyman pros came on an article of real significance: White Oak (the material used to make whiskey barrels) is not sustainable (supply cannot keep up with demand).  Of all the “In the news” segments, this is the single most important!