Larry and John recently built a mobile pizza oven, a unique build. It fostered an idea; What have our listeners done that is unique and how can we incentivize our listeners to share the builds? The unique job contest was born! Project has to have been completed in the last 5 years (going forward it will be yearly) Photos and or video recommended Unique, custom, specialized (zip lines, pizza oven on wheels) One Offs March 1 cut off date, send the Info to Handymanprosradioshow@gmail.com A great ha...
Jan 06, 2022•5 min•Season 4Ep. 1
We interviewed Dustin James from Odd Jobs of Bowling Green. Dustin is a handyman based in Bowling Green, Kentucky. During the recent tornado event, Dustin went to work at no charge to help clear the streets and get the tornado damaged area functioning. John and I are very impressed with this handyman’s community spirit and can do attitude. A great interview! Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email,...
Jan 03, 2022•38 min•Season 4Ep. 1
This week’s tip is all about flashing kick outs; keeping water away from your siding and putting it into the gutters. The flashing kick out, or the lack thereof, is a major issue in water damage to your home. We discuss some simple things you can do to make sure water goes into your gutter and not onto siding. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Dec 30, 2021•7 min•Season 3Ep. 52
This is a retrospective show on our journey as handymen this year. Some of our top lessons in doing jobs and activities. This show encompasses many different aspects of doing home maintenance and repair with real life lessons learned the hard way! Join our facebook group @handyman pros or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ,...
Dec 27, 2021•35 min•Season 3Ep. 52
We found a soon to be new Christmas classic song, “Santa’s got a Dirty Job”. This collaboration between Mike Rowe, John Rich, and The Oak Ridge Boys is a great song about Santa’s job. All proceeds from this record go to support Folds of Honor and the Mike Rowe Foundation Listen Here: https://youtu.be/49dCobL213M Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Dec 23, 2021•3 min•Season 3Ep. 51
John has been contemplating changing vehicles. Time to discuss vehicular choices for Contractors and Handymen. In this episode we discuss the processes for the selection of a vehicle for your handyman ventures. Included are selection criteria based on your use case, gross vehicle weight, traffic, fuel mileage and more. This could change the way you do your ventures! Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us a...
Dec 20, 2021•28 min•Season 3Ep. 51
We were reading some facebook posts and came on a comment about replacing and tightening garage door tensioners. We give our opinions on this type of work and the need to be cautious approaching this particular job. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Dec 16, 2021•8 min•Season 3Ep. 50
We were approached by an existing customer to build a mobile pizza oven for his facility. This episode describes the process of the build from planning and use case, the challenges faced, the build process, and the outcome. Watch the video here Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Dec 13, 2021•39 min•Season 3Ep. 50
We picked up a tip on using diatomaceous earth as a repellent for insects and rodents and thought we would pass it along. An interesting segment. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Dec 09, 2021•7 min•Season 3Ep. 49
With the end of the year approaching, we thought we would share our top takeaway tips. These are the tips that we use every week in our handyman businesses, they really save us time, money, and aggravation on the job. Join our facebook group @handyman pros or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com
Dec 06, 2021•25 min•Season 3Ep. 49
In response to a facebook post, the Handyman Pros wanted to discuss a valuable addition to your laser level, the laser level pole. This piece of equipment is perfect for precise laser leveling up to 9 feet. A great addition! Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Dec 02, 2021•8 min•Season 3Ep. 48
In this episode the Handyman Pros have a discussion about contacting your customers during the holiday season. We share our cumulative business experience in contacting customers, how to craft an effective message, and discuss what media can be employed. Valuable lessons for handy persons and business types. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Nov 29, 2021•21 min•Season 3Ep. 48
Quickcrete mortar repair. This quick tip is about repairing mortar between bricks with a super simple product, mortar repair in a tube. Squeeze the mortar out of your caulk gun for great results! Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Nov 25, 2021•5 min•Season 3Ep. 47
In this episode the Handyman Pros give their top gift suggestions for the holiday seasons. This year we have changed up the format for our recommendations. We decided to give gift idea recommendations based upon certain tasks; Drywall, Cleaning, General, Swag, and more. Some great gift ideas for your handyman or handywoman! Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.co...
Nov 22, 2021•34 min•Season 3Ep. 47
This week's tip has to do with fireplace safety and function. We give two tips; blowing out and cleaning the jets on your gas fireplace and checking for creosote build up in your chimney. Two things you can do today! Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Nov 18, 2021•5 min•Season 3Ep. 46
In this episode we have a discussion with Dana Renay, about leaving corporate life, and the excitement of being in the handyperson trades. Dana worked for several large corporations before exchanging her spreadsheets for a tool belt. We talk with her about her experience, some success tips for succeeding in the handyperson business, and challenges she has faced. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an em...
Nov 15, 2021•42 min•Season 3Ep. 46
Splitting wood when driving small nails? This week’s Handyman Pros Action tip comes from a listener who gives a technique to stop wood from splitting. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com . --...
Nov 11, 2021•5 min•Season 3Ep. 45
In this episode the Handyman Pros have a discussion about foundations. The conversation centers around materials, failure points, symptoms of failure, and some potential remedies for foundation issues. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Nov 08, 2021•36 min•Season 3Ep. 45
Having trouble cleaning brass? John has a tip that will save you a huge amount of time and aggravation while cleaning brass. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Nov 04, 2021•5 min•Season 3Ep. 44
In this episode the Handyman Pros discuss what we call “the cable guy syndrome”, the inability for contractors to communicate and show up in a timely manner. Tips and tricks include how to set expectations, manage your communications technology, and some resources that you might not be using. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Nov 01, 2021•20 min•Season 3Ep. 44
This week's action tip can save you a bunch of time and aggravation, an inside pro tip on pulling wire from the package! It’s a great tip so listen in! Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Oct 28, 2021•4 min•Season 3Ep. 43
We interviewed Kevin Kronemeyer from Kronemeyer’s Repair service. Kevin is a handyman based in Glasgow Kentucky, and we had interesting discussions on being a handyman in a small market. Kevin is very active on the Handyman Pros facebook group and, in an effort to build community, wanted to learn more about what kevin has been doing. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosra...
Oct 25, 2021•48 min•Season 3Ep. 43
Have a sunroof on your car? This Action Tip can save you thousands of dollars in repairs and untold aggravation. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com . --...
Oct 21, 2021•8 min•Season 3Ep. 42
In this episode the Handyman Pros have a discussion about purchasing cheap vs quality items and materials for your home. Included are many tips and observations that the pros have discovered and how the cheapest materials might actually cost you more money through time. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Oct 18, 2021•28 min•Season 3Ep. 42
Some quick tips on fall maintenance. Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com , and we will send you the complete fall maintenance checklist. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our facebook group @handyman pros , or send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ....
Oct 14, 2021•6 min•Season 3Ep. 41
In this episode the Handyman Pros have a discussion about the basics of sales for Handymen. Included are some mindset, presentation, and phraseology tips for effectively selling handyman services to customers. We present sales from both the handyman and customer perspective, a unique concept that can help both customers and handypersons understand why the sales process can help with the final outcome of a job. Go to our website, handymanprosradioshow.com and subscribe to our newsletter, join our...
Oct 11, 2021•46 min•Season 3Ep. 41
This weeks tip – saving your paint brushes. As handymen, we carry a lot of different tools and paint brushes are no exception. Sometimes though, the bristles can get messed up in tool bags and boxes. We discuss how to save the bristles on your paint brushes as you transport them from job to job. Check it out! Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com , follow us on Twitter @handyman radio , join our Facebook group @handyman pros , or leave us a voice message (Click Here) ....
Oct 07, 2021•5 min•Season 3Ep. 40
Both John and Larry are pretty efficient guys, we value our time and our money. When we received an email from Gus asking “How do we minimize our spending on materials”, a show topic was born! This show is about tips and tricks that will help you reduce your spending on materials and supplies (and possibly on other things as well!)! Many of these ideas seem simple, but there is a method to the madness, and we might spur some ideas that you might not realize are available. Send us an email, quest...
Oct 04, 2021•46 min•Season 3Ep. 40
This week’s Handyman Pros Action Tip offers a simple suggestion to help maintain your property: Understand what services your local government can offer, and how to take advantage of those service. Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com , follow us on Twitter @handyman radio , join our Facebook group @handyman pros , or leave us a voice message (Click Here) ....
Sep 30, 2021•6 min•Season 3Ep. 39
This is our 200th episode. We decided to give some perspective to the podcast, our handymen businesses, what we have personally learned, and how we have implemented what we have learned. Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com , follow us on Twitter @handyman radio , join our Facebook group @handyman pros , or leave us a voice message (Click Here) ....
Sep 27, 2021•30 min•Season 3Ep. 39
