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The term "McMansion" refers to a type of large, ostentatious, and often architecturally uninspired suburban home that became popular in the United States during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. These homes are typically characterized by their excessive size, gaudy design elements, and a lack of architectural coherence. The rise of McMansions can be attributed to several factors: E...

Preparing your home for Thanksgiving as a handyman or homeowner typically involves various tasks to ensure everything is in good working order and looking its best for guests. Here's a checklist of handyman preparations you might consider: Inspect and Repair: Walk through your home to identify any maintenance or repair needs, such as leaky faucets, loose cabinet handles, broken light fixtures,...

The holiday season is a time for spreading joy, and what better way to do that than by using your skills to craft unique, handmade presents? As a handyman, you have a skill set that most people don’t have. This show will give you a few ideas that you can act on to create great memories. Creating handmade holiday gifts as a handyman can be a wonderful way to show your creativity and thoughtfulness....

Has business slowed?  John and I have seen a slowdown in business inquiries, we thought we might give some suggestions to increase your business generation by reconnecting with your existing customers.   Reconnecting with existing customers is a crucial part of maintaining a successful business. Here are some strategies and tips to help you reconnect with your existing customers:  Personalized Com...

The Handyman Pros Radio Show has been a supporter of decreasing the trades gap.   There's a massive shortage of qualified tradespeople . From truck drivers to phlebotomists, the U.S. faces a massive skills gap in the blue-collar jobs that make our economy function.     Classet was founded to improve the massive skills gap and the challenge to find true upward mobility in the blue collar space....

Thanks for listening to another edition of the Handyman  Pros Radio Show.  Our Goal: To Help you save time, money, and aggravation on your home maintenance and repair.   I was in a big box store looking to replace my well worn zip strip drain cleaning tool, I came upon a new tool that will replace my zip tool.  Not a day later, John was doing the same thing and I turned him onto the same tool (we...

Thanks for listening to another edition of the Handyman Pros Radio Show.  Our Goal: To Help you save time, money, and aggravation on your home maintenance and repair.   When it comes to your home, there's no denying that some parts age more gracefully than others. While we'd all love for our homes to remain in pristine condition indefinitely, the reality is that various components have fin...

We have been seeing a lot of videos and articles about how easy it is to become and make money as a handyman.  We thought we would put out a few thought provoking ideas for you to investigate if you are contemplating changing careers and becoming a handyman.  SHOW NOTES: Starting a handyman business can be a rewarding venture, but there are several important lessons and pieces of advice that many...

This show is a discussion about the elements of both a career and an individual work task (job). The discussion ranges from diverse topics such as “what makes you happy and gives you fulfillment” to which specific job tasks are more desirable in the selection of clients.   Watch us on YouTube (click here) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join o...

The temperatures are dropping and the days are getting shorter, time for our fall tips and tricks show.  Included in this discussion are tips on winterizing small engines, preparing your grill for the winter, winterizing your sprinkler system and more!   Watch us on YouTube (click here) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @...

Ever had a simple task turn into the job from he…!  We have.  This show offers some real world stories and a number of tips to help you when a job turns from a dream to a nightmare.   Watch us on YouTube (click here) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

This episode is our Tips and Tricks edition.  Some great tips including a door painting efficiency, cleaning your faucet aerators, LED tips for outdoors, and an HVAC tip.   Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com . #handymanTips #Tips

If you've wanted a design software program, check this out! We discovered a software program that provides CAD software for your home layout.  We dive into the details of this program, Sweet Home 3D.  Go here and check it out: Sweet Home 3D Online Manager Let us know what you think . . Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our facebook grou...

We recently received an email from John O with some questions about running a handyman service full time, hiring employees, and how to replace full time income with handyman income.  This show dives into details of how to make the transition successfully.   Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email...

We had a line of severe storms move through our area recently and we found ourselves working on an emergency basis.  As handymen, we have unique skills that make us very useful during natural disasters.  We discuss some advantages of being prepared.   Watch us on YouTube (click here)   Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @h...

A man in Kentucky found a buried treasure in his backyard.  The Pros discuss some of the treasures they have uncovered while doing remodels in older homes.   Watch us on YouTube (click here) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

With the temperatures rising, we discuss the warning signs of heat illness and give some great tips and tricks to help protect yourself while working outside in the heat.   Watch us on YouTube (click here) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

Have you ever had a client ask, “hey, can I borrow your (various tools) so that I can fix my (whatchamacallit)?  We discuss the dynamics involved in a proper answer for a contractor, and several reasons why, as a customer, you should not ask to use tools!   Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email...

If you need to drill holes in concrete, this show is for you.  We give the tips and tricks to make drilling concrete as easy as drilling wood!   Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

We thought we would share a couple of experiences from the field.  Folks, just because someone has a license doesn’t mean they are competent!     Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

We recently read an article on a construction boss who slapped a fellow worker at a construction site.  There might be a few reasons why this was a bad decision and why keeping your “cool” is so critical.   Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

In this episode we discuss a couple of items in the news including a homeowner who found 1 million pennies ($10,000) in a home they were remodeling and a rather unique UFO sighting in Las Vegas.   Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

John returned from Seattle with some great observations.  This episode discusses some of the financial repercussions of living in a high cost of living area.   Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

Responses to Emails In this episode we respond to 4 emails from some of our listeners, included are 3 great tips (thanks to the listeners), and a posting of an article mentioned in a previous show.   Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

Hiring a handyman?  The handyman pros offer up their tips and tricks for picking the right handyman.   Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .