http://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandymanAre you a home owner starting a new project? Are you a do it DIY'er or a contractor and have a question? Call the show for some honest professional advice.enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Sun, 16 Jun 2019 03:45:00 GMTSun, 02 Jun 2013 14:00:00 GMTWorkBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/43fc68be-eccd-4898-9f94-e6255040749d_thumbnail.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandymanAre you a home owner starting a new project? Are you a do it DIY'er or a contractor and have a question? Call the show for some honest professional advice.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comwork,handyman,professional,remodeling,contractor,do it yourself,contractors,help,contracting,homethe handymannoAre you a home owner starting a new project? Are you a do it DIY'er or a contractor and have a question? Call the show for some honest professional advice.episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2013/06/02/batten-down-the-hatches-its-hurricane-seasonLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2013/06/02/batten-down-the-hatches-its-hurricane-season/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2013/06/02/batten-down-the-hatches-its-hurricane-seasonSun, 02 Jun 2013 14:00:00 GMTBATTEN DOWN THE HATCHES, IT'S HURRICANE SEASON!!It's summer time. That time of year when we have vacations on our minds,  sending the kids to camp, planning road trips to colleges for the graduated seniors and a hundred other things for the hot summer months. However have you thought about the plans you need in case of a hurricane? what you need, where to go, who to call? Tune in this week as I go over the list of the who, what, when, where and how of getting ready for a hurricane. 00:28:00the handymannohurricanes,shutters,readiness,safety,preparednessIt's summer time. That time of year when we have vacations on our minds,  sending the kids to camp, planning road trips to colleges for the graduated seniors anhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2012/06/24/beware-of-shady-contractsWorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2012/06/24/beware-of-shady-contracts/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2012/06/24/beware-of-shady-contractsSun, 24 Jun 2012 14:00:00 GMTBEWARE OF SHADY CONTRACTS!!! This week I'll be discussing what to look out for on contracts when hiring a contractor. If a contract isn't specific, it can be big trouble with huge dollar amounts in the long run. Tune in, call in or blog in, either way you don't want to miss this weeks episode. 00:31:00the handymannocontracts,contractors,remodeling,hiring,scamsThis week I'll be discussing what to look out for on contracts when hiring a contractor. If a contract isn't specific, it can be big trouble with huge dollar ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2012/03/04/replacing-popcorn-textured-ceilingsWorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2012/03/04/replacing-popcorn-textured-ceilings/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2012/03/04/replacing-popcorn-textured-ceilingsSun, 04 Mar 2012 15:00:00 GMTReplacing popcorn textured ceilings This week I'll talk about how to effectively remove popcorn texture from your ceiling. Many modern day home owners desire a smooth surface ceiling or one that is textured in something other than popcorn texture which became very popular in the 70's. You can do this yourself and save a load of money - it just takes some time and lots of elbow grease. I will share some techniques that will cut down on time and will make this task a lot easier to deal with.  00:32:00the handymannohelp,ceilings,textures,professional,do it yourselfThis week I'll talk about how to effectively remove popcorn texture from your ceiling. Many modern day home owners desire a smooth surface ceiling or one thathttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2012/01/01/increasing-your-homes-valueWorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2012/01/01/increasing-your-homes-value/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2012/01/01/increasing-your-homes-valueSun, 01 Jan 2012 15:00:00 GMTIncreasing Your Home's Value As you start the new year and make resolutions for yourself, don't forget to make some resolutions for your home as well. This week I look at improvements you can do to increase the value of your home starting at under $100. Tune in to the show for my list or share your own ideas. 00:30:00the handymannohelp,solutions,resolutions,handyman,things to doAs you start the new year and make resolutions for yourself, don't forget to make some resolutions for your home as well. This week I look at improvements youhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/12/18/youre-never-to-old-to-learn-something-newWorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/12/18/youre-never-to-old-to-learn-something-new/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/12/18/youre-never-to-old-to-learn-something-newSun, 18 Dec 2011 15:00:00 GMTYou're never to old to learn something new!! As much knowledge as I have I can and do still learn new things all the time. I can usually figure out anything if I give it enough thought. But if I can't I turn to those who can give me solutions to whatever problem I may be faced with. This week's show is all about just that, some of the things I've run into and you can call with your experiences and input.  00:31:00the handymannohelp,solutions,experience,handyman,do it yourselfAs much knowledge as I have I can and do still learn new things all the time. I can usually figure out anything if I give it enough thought. But if I can't I thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/11/27/installing-attic-stairsWorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/11/27/installing-attic-stairs/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/11/27/installing-attic-stairsSun, 27 Nov 2011 15:00:00 GMTINSTALLING ATTIC STAIRS It's that time of the year again when we pull out all the xmas and holiday decorations from the attic, If you don't have a set of attic stairs installed to access your attic, this can be a difficult task. Tune in this week for tips and proffessional directions for installing attic stairs. 00:28:00the handymannoattic,do it yourself,contractor,access,handymanIt's that time of the year again when we pull out all the xmas and holiday decorations from the attic, If you don't have a set of attic stairs installed to acchttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/11/13/taking-the-state-test-for-your-contractors-licenseWorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/11/13/taking-the-state-test-for-your-contractors-license/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/11/13/taking-the-state-test-for-your-contractors-licenseSun, 13 Nov 2011 15:00:00 GMTTaking the state test for your contractors license Preparing for and testing for your state contractors license is serious business and not nearly as easy as some may think. Tune in this week for some insights and pointers for taking your contractors test. 00:29:00the handymannolicense,testing,budget,professional,contractorPreparing for and testing for your state contractors license is serious business and not nearly as easy as some may think. Tune in this week for some insightshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/10/23/how-to-handle-the-interviewBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/10/23/how-to-handle-the-interview/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/10/23/how-to-handle-the-interviewSun, 23 Oct 2011 14:00:00 GMTHow to handle the interview As a contractor, every time you set foot in a customers home or business you are in the spot light. This is the small window  of time you have to make a great first impression. So how do you do it? Tune in this week to find out! 00:29:00the handymannoselling,job,funny,professional,attitudeAs a contractor, every time you set foot in a customers home or business you are in the spot light. This is the small window  of time you have to make a greathttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/10/16/its-not-my-job-the-union-mentalityWorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/10/16/its-not-my-job-the-union-mentality/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/10/16/its-not-my-job-the-union-mentalitySun, 16 Oct 2011 14:00:00 GMTIT'S NOT MY JOB-THE UNION MENTALITY Unions are great organizations when the needs are in demand. However, the "union mentality" of "it's not my job" attitude is hurting production in this country. Tune in to discuss this topic. 00:27:00the handymannounion,job,contractor,professional,attitudeUnions are great organizations when the needs are in demand. However, the "union mentality" of "it's not my job" attitude is hurting production in this countryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/10/02/open-forumbring-your-questionsLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/10/02/open-forumbring-your-questions/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/10/02/open-forumbring-your-questionsSun, 02 Oct 2011 14:00:00 GMTOpen forum....bring your questions This week is all about your questions. If you have a question, comment or maybe a story you would like to share about an experience you've had weather it's been good or bad bring it to the table this Sunday. 00:19:00the handymannohandyman,being prepared,contractor,safety,homeThis week is all about your questions. If you have a question, comment or maybe a story you would like to share about an experience you've had weather it's beehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/09/18/remodeling-your-bathroomWorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/09/18/remodeling-your-bathroom/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/09/18/remodeling-your-bathroomSun, 18 Sep 2011 14:00:00 GMTRemodeling Your Bathroom Next to the kitchen, the bathroom is one of the trickiest parts of the house to renovate. It may only be a tiny space, but renovating a bathroom needs tremendous brainstorming and a lot of work. Join me this week as I explore just how little or how much you can spend in the smallest room in your home. 00:03:00the handymannoremodeling,bathrooms,budget,do it yourself,contractorsNext to the kitchen, the bathroom is one of the trickiest parts of the house to renovate. It may only be a tiny space, but renovating a bathroom needs tremendohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/08/28/20-things-that-can-alter-the-value-of-your-home-part-2Workhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/08/28/20-things-that-can-alter-the-value-of-your-home-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/08/28/20-things-that-can-alter-the-value-of-your-home-part-2Sun, 28 Aug 2011 14:00:00 GMT20 things that can alter the value of your home -part 2 This week is part 2 of the 20 things that can alter the value of your home. 00:31:00the handymannoselling,buying,remodeling,professional,planningThis week is part 2 of the 20 things that can alter the value of your home.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/08/21/20-things-that-can-alter-the-value-of-your-homeReal Estatehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/08/21/20-things-that-can-alter-the-value-of-your-home/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/08/21/20-things-that-can-alter-the-value-of-your-homeSun, 21 Aug 2011 14:00:00 GMT20 things that can alter the value of your homeWhen you're house-hunting or prepareing your how to go on the market it's important to be able to identify the things that increase the value of a home and those that actually detract.This week I take a look at a list of changes that may or may not be a good financial decision. 00:28:00the handymannoselling,buying,remodeling,contracting,curb appealWhen you're house-hunting or prepareing your how to go on the market it's important to be able to identify the things that increase the value of a home and thoshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/08/14/10-smart-upgrades-for-your-kitchenWorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/08/14/10-smart-upgrades-for-your-kitchen/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/08/14/10-smart-upgrades-for-your-kitchenSun, 14 Aug 2011 14:00:00 GMT10 SMART UPGRADES FOR YOUR KITCHEN Is your kitchen dated? Does it need a face lift? Are you on a tight budget? Tune in this week to find out some of the upgrades you can do to bring new life back into that old kitchen. I will be discussing some changes you can do with very little money or do a total remodel. 00:28:00the handymannoremodeling,kitchen,handyman,contracting,homeIs your kitchen dated? Does it need a face lift? Are you on a tight budget? Tune in this week to find out some of the upgrades you can do to bring new life bachttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/08/07/house-building-101Workhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/08/07/house-building-101/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/08/07/house-building-101Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:00:00 GMTHouse building 101 If you are planning to build your home, this weeks show is just for you. This week I look at what you will want to take in to consideration when thinking about building your own home. 00:30:00the handymannohouse building,handyman,customize,professional,planningIf you are planning to build your home, this weeks show is just for you. This week I look at what you will want to take in to consideration when thinking abouthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/07/10/installing-doorsWorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/07/10/installing-doors/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/07/10/installing-doorsSun, 10 Jul 2011 14:00:00 GMTINSTALLING DOORS When the time comes to install a door for the very first time or replace an existing door that has seen better days, your decision is one that you will have to live with, so you want to be sure to do it right the first time. There are many styles and types of doors on the market today for both interior and exterior and it can become a little overwhelming when picking the door to fit your needs. Finding the right door is just half the battle, now you have to have it installed correctly!! Having the door installed properly is the most important part of ths project to insure you have many years of worry free maintenance. 00:30:00the handymannohandyman,doors,do it yourself,professional,contractorsWhen the time comes to install a door for the very first time or replace an existing door that has seen better days, your decision is one that you will have tohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/06/26/saving-energy-101Lifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/06/26/saving-energy-101/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/06/26/saving-energy-101Sun, 26 Jun 2011 14:00:00 GMTSAVING ENERGY 101 Summer is officially here and so are higher energy cost.Tune into this weeks show for tips on keeping down energy bills this summer and all year round. By making a few simple changes you could save 10 to 25% on your monthly bills, and that's cash back in your pocket!! 00:32:00the handymannosaving energy,summer,handyman,savings,homeSummer is officially here and so are higher energy cost.Tune into this weeks show for tips on keeping down energy bills this summer and all year round. By makihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/06/19/hurricane-protectionwhats-your-choicesLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/06/19/hurricane-protectionwhats-your-choices/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/06/19/hurricane-protectionwhats-your-choicesSun, 19 Jun 2011 14:00:00 GMTHURRICANE PROTECTION....What's your choices! This week I look at the different types of hurricane protection for your home. What's best for you? What's better? What's easiest? What's your options? Tune in this week to discuss what's going to be best for you. 00:30:00the handymannopanels,impact glass,hurricane protection,handyman,contractorThis week I look at the different types of hurricane protection for your home. What's best for you? What's better? What's easiest? What's your options? Tune inhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/06/12/top-ten-hurricane-tipsLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/06/12/top-ten-hurricane-tips/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/06/12/top-ten-hurricane-tipsSun, 12 Jun 2011 14:00:00 GMTTop Ten Hurricane Tips With the 2011 hurricane upon us it's time to start preparing for what may very well be a very busy hurricane season. This week I will focus on being ready before the storm arrives.  Tune in and be ready. 00:31:00the handymannohurricane,preparedness,panic,shutter up,being readyWith the 2011 hurricane upon us it's time to start preparing for what may very well be a very busy hurricane season. This week I will focus on being ready befohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/05/29/its-all-about-youLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/05/29/its-all-about-you/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/05/29/its-all-about-youSun, 29 May 2011 14:00:00 GMTIT'S ALL ABOUT YOU!! This week's show is dedicated to the men and women of our armed forces. If it weren't for them we would not have the freedom of speech to do shows like "ASK THE HANDYMAN". So come out and express your right to speak freely.  Bring all your questions and get the answers. Starting a tast? In the middle of a job? Planning a future project? whatever it is you have going on I have your solution. 00:31:00the handymannoprojects,handyman,honey do,help,remodelingThis week's show is dedicated to the men and women of our armed forces. If it weren't for them we would not have the freedom of speech to do shows like "ASK THhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/05/15/being-an-ownerbuilderWorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/05/15/being-an-ownerbuilder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/05/15/being-an-ownerbuilderSun, 15 May 2011 14:00:00 GMTBeing an owner/builder This week I will look at the advantages and disadvantages of you the home owner taking on the role of the general contractor. If you are considering taking on this endevor, you may just want to tune in for some tips and pointers. If you've been your own contractor call in with your experiences and share them with the show. 00:31:00the handymannoowner builder,remodeling,projects,contracting,handymanThis week I will look at the advantages and disadvantages of you the home owner taking on the role of the general contractor. If you are considering taking onhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/05/08/12-things-not-to-do-as-a-contractorWorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/05/08/12-things-not-to-do-as-a-contractor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/05/08/12-things-not-to-do-as-a-contractorSun, 08 May 2011 14:00:00 GMT12 things not to do as a contractorThis week we will look at the top 12 things you should not do as a contractor. Keeping yourself professional is the key to being a successful contractor in any industry. If  you are a contractor with some advice or even a consumer with an experience you want to share, come join the show. 00:44:00the handymannocontractors,professional,handyman,contracts,servicesThis week we will look at the top 12 things you should not do as a contractor. Keeping yourself professional is the key to being a successful contractor in anyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/05/01/hiring-a-contractorLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/05/01/hiring-a-contractor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/askthehandyman/2011/05/01/hiring-a-contractorSun, 01 May 2011 14:00:00 GMTHiring a contractor Before you hire a handyman, contractor or the kid down the street to do work in or around your home, there are a few things you should know. Don't open yourself up to be sued or to be taken advantage of. Tune in to this weeks show to find out how to protect yourself when inviting workers into your home. 00:29:00the handymannohiring a contractor,honey do list,odd jobs,handyman,houseBefore you hire a handyman, contractor or the kid down the street to do work in or around your home, there are a few things you should know. Don't open yourself