Handyman Pros Radio Show

Larry started rehabbing boats; time to discuss using your handymanskills to build a fun side hustle using the tools and skills you already have!   Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

This show tackles the common homeowner question: "Should I fix this now?" It provides a practical priority guide for home repairs and maintenance, especially as spring uncovers winter damage in older homes (median age >40 years), where repair costs are rising. Keystats highlight the urgency: The video structures advice by urgency, emphasizing that preventive fixes now protect equity a...

Why 2026 Is the Year of Older Home Remodels | Handyman Tips for Safety & Savings U.S.homes are now 41+ years old on average—driving huge demand for smart updates instead of moving. High equity, energy costs, and aging-in-place needs (grabbars, curbless showers) make older houses the top remodeling spot, especially for people approaching retirement. We cover: As handyman pros, we handle the beh...

Whether you're looking for a home or retired, Unlocking the Housing Market: Breaking Free from the Rate Lock-InTrap explores the U.S. housing market's "lock-in" freeze andits gradual thaw in 2026. The lock-in effect traps homeowners with pandemic-era low rates (often <4%)who avoid selling to escape higher current rates (previously 6-8% post-2022),causing low inventory, elevate...

AI, are you using it?  Like so many things, AI is a tool thatcan be very beneficial to the handyman.  John and I use AI quite a bit fortroubleshooting problems, particularly with equipment.  This show willgive you tips and tricks for using AI to help you with troubleshooting.   Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Jo...

Our discussion on Medicare is a broad overview of what you mightneed to consider as you approach the age of 65.  Medicare can beconfusing, and we hope this show sheds some light on what is important in yourconsiderations as you get close to retiring.   Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @han...

Why bother with upsells? Simple math: if your average job is $400 and you add justone $100 upsell that 40% of customers say yes to, you're looking at an extra$40 per job – on 20 jobs a month, that's $800 more in your pocket with almostzero marketing cost. Thesearen't big projects; they're quick, visible wins that solve small problemscustomers didn't even know they had – or remi...

Today,we're talking storm preparedness. Here in the Georgia, we face everything from summer thunderstorms and tornadoes to hurricane season impacts in the south,heavy rains causing floods, and even those rare winter ice events. With 2026already showing active patterns, now's the time to prep – and as handymen, wecan turn preparedness into profitable jobs for our customers. Watch us on YouT...

Contemplating retirement and feeling that bittersweet tug? Thrilled about no more alarm clocks, yet anxious about losing purpose, routine,or even who you are? You're not alone—and Handyman Pros is your companionthrough it. We blend trusted home improvement advice with the emotionalrealities: how small fixes and home tweaks can restore confidence and control,ideas for staying mentally sharp and...

Lets get into this new year and start thinking about what you want to do.

May you and yours have a very Merry Christmas and a happy new year.   - Larry and John Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

Last week we did a show on fence repair, this week we thought wewould do a deep dive into gate repair   Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

Do you have a fence that needs repair?  Larry use to work in the business and John has some questions. This show will give you insight into repair and refurbishment of your fence!   Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .  

Episode Title: Winterizing Your Home Cold weather is upon us, here’s the list of how to winterize yourhome.   Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

Our annual gift giving episode discusses many great options foryour handy person this holiday season.     Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

10 DIY wins in your first 30 days of owning your new home. Just bought a new home, here’s ten things you need to repair inthe first 30 Days   Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

Houzz just published their 2025 Bathroom Trends Study.  It’san interesting study showing some of the latest trends in bathroomdesign.  Thought we might touch on the major topics.   Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

I received a pair of boots from Georgia Boot company.  Wehave a review of these boots. Visit GeorgiaBoots.com  Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

We came across an article from Financial Times discussing stealthtactics Insurance Companies are using to increase rates and decrease coverageson homeowners policies.  A show was born.   Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanprosradioshow.com .

We received an email from a listener who recently had some workdone on his home.  He had some issues with his contractor, we thought wewould put forth some ideas about how to make the experience better.   Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email, questions@handymanp...

Larry is back in the lower 48, time to wrap up the Alaskaexperience!   Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) 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 Contractor Part 3: The Handyman Pros continue the discussion on hiring contractors.  What should you be concerned with and how to avoid potential problems.  This episode discusses the agreement, estimates, and contracts.  Put it in writing. Questions, Comments, Concerns? Send us an email, ⁠ questions@handymanprosradioshow.com ⁠ , go to our website and leave us a message, ⁠ handymanprosrad...

Hiring a Contractor Part 2: The Handyman Pros continue the discussion on hiring contractors.  What should you be concerned with and how to avoid potential problems.  This episode discusses Describing the project, Sourcing contractors, Contacting contractors, and many other important tips for hiring contractors.

Hi All - Due to our summer schedule with being out of town and work, we are away for a few weeks. We'll be back soon with fresh content. Until then, we wanted to rerun a short series on Hiring and Working with Contractors. For those who missed this series, it's a must listen to if you're in that process of looking for a contractor of your next remodel.

For many years we have talked about the trades gap (not enoughemployees in the trades).  Seems like AI might be solving that problem bycausing an influx of white collar workers who want to move into the blue collarsector.     Watch us on YouTube (clickhere) Subscribe to our free newsletter, https://handymanprosradioshow.com/newsletter-signup/ Join our Facebook group @handyman pros Send us an email...