Why Does My Dryer Take Two Cycles to Dry? How to Tell If It's the Vent (and When It's Not a DIY Job)
Two dryer cycles usually means the air isn't getting out. How to check your dryer vent, and when it's more than a DIY job.
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Why Does My Shower Caulk Keep Cracking or Turning Black? (And When It's Time to Recaulk)
Scrubbing won't stop moldy shower caulk from coming back. Why it cracks or turns black, and when it's really time to recaulk.
Read Full PostRecaulk Your Windows Before San Diego's Rainy Season
Most of San Diego's rain falls November through March. Here's how to check and recaulk your windows first, starting with sunny walls.
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Why a Good Handyman Quote Starts With Photos, Not the Fastest Number
Why the fastest price is often a guess, how I explain caulk vs. grout, and what to send (and ask) so your quote holds up.
Read Full PostHow to Prep Baseboards for Install After Tiling
Tiling first, then baseboards? Stage pre-painted boards for a clean cut-and-install visit.
Read Full PostWhat a Five-Star Rental Bathroom Project Looks Like From First Message to Final Fixture
A San Diego rental owner needed a new vanity, vanity light, and toilet seat. The five-star result began before installation day.
Read Full PostBathroom Faucet Replacement Cost in San Diego: $220 Labor
Standard bathroom-faucet replacement labor is typically $220 when the sink, countertop, and shutoff valves are in good shape.
Read Full PostHow Much Does Recaulking Cost in San Diego?
Recaulking labor: $180 sink or toilet base, $220 kitchen sink + backsplash, $240 tub or shower. Extra areas $40–$120. Materials $25.
Read Full PostHow Much Does Light Fixture Replacement Cost in San Diego?
Standard light fixture replacement is typically $180 labor at a suitable existing location. See what can change the price.
Read Full PostNew Homeowner in San Diego? What the Inspection Report Missed
Just bought a home and found repairs that were never really done? How to read the report and sort your list.
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Why Does the Bottom of Your Toilet Always Look So Ugly?
See why old toilet-base caulk should be removed before the seam is cleaned, checked, and resealed.
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Cheap Fixes vs Real Craftsmanship: A Lesson From a Scripps Ranch Home
A Scripps Ranch shower job shows why careful caulk removal and surface preparation matter before resealing.
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Meeting Locals at the Santee Swap Meet | Unstoppable Handyman San Diego
Every so often, a regular weekend turns into something a little more meaningful. Last Saturday, I loaded up the white work truck...
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Mailbox Replacement in San Diego: What to Send Before Scheduling
Learn which mailbox photos and product details to send before requesting replacement or minor repair service in San Diego.
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Garbage Disposal Replacement Cost in San Diego: $220 Labor
Standard garbage disposal replacement labor is $220 when you provide the same-brand unit and existing plumbing needs no rework.
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Straight Lines and Fresh Boards: Fence Repairs in La Mesa 91942
What started as a simple repair turned into one of those satisfying jobs where everything lines up — literally.
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When a Bathroom Fan Just Needs a Little Care
That’s something I’ve learned over years of doing this work: not everything that stops working needs to be replaced. Sometimes...
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When Does It Make Sense to Hire a Handyman in North Park?
This week, I was called out to replace a bedroom door for a homeowner who’d been fighting with it for years. The door stuck...
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A Little Advice When Inviting Experts Into Your Home
Every so often, something happens during a workday that really sticks with you — not because of the job itself, but because of...
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When It Makes Sense to Hire a Handyman in National City (and Why That Floating Shelf Deserved a Pro Touch)
If you’re in National City, Chula Vista, or anywhere in San Diego County, there’s a good rule of thumb for when it’s time to call...
Read Full PostCeiling Fan Replacement Cost in San Diego: $220 Standard Labor
Standard ceiling-fan replacement labor is typically $220. See when a fan-rated box changes the price and when to call an electrician.
Read Full PostKitchen Faucet Replacement Cost in San Diego: $240 Labor
Standard kitchen-faucet replacement labor is typically $240 when the sink, countertop, and shutoff valves are in good shape.
Read Full PostThe 13 Hidden Trouble Spots Homeowners Always Forget (Until It’s Too Late)
In this post, we'll highlight 13 commonly neglected areas that, when ignored, can result in significant expenses and headaches.
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3 Game-Changing Tool Storage Ideas (From a Busy Dad Who’s Lost His Tape Measure One Too Many Times)
Innovative tool storage ideas can be a huge improvement in efficiency.
Read Full PostUnlikely Source of Positive Feedback for a Local Home Service Business
Unlikely Source of Positive Feedback for a Local Home Service Business
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Before You Let A Handyman In Your House, Read This!
A handyman can be your best defense on the front lines of renting or owning a home.
Read Full PostThe Most Important Thing of the Day…
Short video I shot while waiting for the bus
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My Experience with Thumbtack.com as a Handyman Startup
What is Thumbtack you ask? Well if you operate a local service business it may be your savior in slow times
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Storage Shed Assembler in San Diego
Need help with storage shed assembly in San Diego? Send the shed model, job photos, and ZIP code for a scope review.
Read Full PostBaseboard Installation Process in San Diego
Initially used to close the gap between the wall and floor of a structure, floor trim, otherwise known as baseboard or base
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Revolution in Sandpaper, or Just Great Sales Gimmick
Whether you call it sandpaper or glasspaper, you're simply referring to coated abrasive
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Stucco Repair in Lakeside, CA and Greater San Diego
When you come across a damaged section of stucco you may think that it wouldn’t be easy to repair.
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Handy Smurf Brings Back Memories
Handy, as Jokey once remarked, is a very fanatical and driven person.
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3 Interesting Uses For Baking Soda
It’s difficult to find a food product more versatile than baking soda.
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Refrigerator Efficiency and Maintenance Tips: Ideas To Keep Your Ice Box Cold
We all know how important it is to keep that good old refrigerator or icebox in proper working order.
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Always Tired? Check Your Vitamin D Levels
Low levels of vitamin D may be to blame for some cases of chronic sleepiness.
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My Favorite Adhesive Of All Time Has To Be Epoxy: What Can’t It Fix
I sometimes underestimate the versatility of epoxy as it is as tough as concrete and steel. What can’t it fix!
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Drywall Repair in Lakeside, CA and Greater San Diego
Dealing with repair and installation of drywall or green board is actually not as difficult as you may think.
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Gutter Cleaning Services: Serving San Diego and Surrounding Areas
Reliable and professional gutter cleaning services.
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Fence Repair in San Diego and Surrounding Areas… Before and After Shots
Fence repair in San Diego before and after images.
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Existing Customers: Increase Earning Potential with Existing Handyman Customers
Post-purchase emails offer extreme value to consumers in Next Logical Product emails.
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How Can a Handyman Get More Customers… My Personal Experience
A quick ride back to the past, back to when I started my handyman journey on less than nothing.
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November Home Tips: 4 Ways to Boost Home Safety
Four practical November checks for smoke alarms, washer hoses, handrails, and dryer vents in San Diego homes.
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Home Repairs for October: Top 3 Ways to Maintain Your Home Going Into Fall
Three practical October checks for gutters, exterior gaps, and wet-area caulk in San Diego homes.
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The Importance Of Table Saw Safety
Table saws account for a significant percentage of power tool accidents, partly because they’re so widely used.
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DIY House Sealing and Insulating
Sealing your house improves air quality by sealing out pollution and allergens, and it makes the home more energy-efficient.
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Starting Seeds Indoors
Many plants have long growing seasons and they won’t flower or fruit unless they get a head start inside.
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Choosing The Right Grout
Having sand mixed into the grout gives the grout extra strength to keep it from cracking.
Read Full Post7 Natural Ways To Avoid The Flu
Vitamins can reduce the symptoms and duration of the flu and provide natural immunity from viral and bacterial infections.
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Most Important Drywall Tools
In addition to your basic utility knife, you’ll need some special tools for cutting drywall sheets.
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Re-Hanging Screen Doors
A frequently used screen or porch door can easily develop opening/closing problems.
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Four Reasons Why Your Diet Might Fail
The vast majority of diets fail to deliver significant or sustained weight loss.
Read Full PostAmazing Immune Boosting Mushroom Coffee
Coffee lovers are always on the lookout for healthier options.
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Chicken Farmer Uses Oregano Oil and Cinnamon as Anti-Biotic
Oregano oil and cinnamon, protect against bacterial diseases all too common among commercial food producers.
Read Full PostInnovative Hand Tool Designs
Maintenance mechanics and HVAC contractors, Milwaukee 6-in-1 Combination Pliers are actually six tools in one.
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Here`s 5 Ways To Kick The Soda Habit
Millions of Americans are hopelessly addicted to soda pop beverages.
Read Full PostThis $5 lamp is powered by gravity!
Two designers in London, Martin Riddiford and Jim Reeves have built functioning prototypes of GravityLight.
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