Full Day Of Handyman Work | Easy $1,500 | THE HANDYMAN |

[@TheHandyman1]

This clip will answer most of your questions. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5SUkHSPbNKonK8

[@landondavid5773]

@TheHandyman1 What knot did you use on the pergola? Lol

[@andreakeeling9217]

They must have channeled you when they did that! 😂

[@TrggrWarning]

18:02 isn’t early morning better?

[@gan_the_white]

As your thumbnails states how most men can't do this kind of work, most men cower to their garage or another room in the house aka "man cave". My man cave is my whole house. If men would act like men, they'd be better at maintaining and fixing things instead of placing their jewels in their wife's handbag.

[@triforcelink]

These are the projects I do at my moms house, but instead of $1500 I get a free meal lol

[@twylabowman3489]

You’re a good son.

[@jayrob3]

At least you get that.

[@stevens7409]

Home food definitely hits different.

[@TrggrWarning]

Good son & good mom

[@thomassartwelle2836]

😂

[@dylanstevens5714]

You inspired me to become a handyman, 3 years in now and I can’t thank you enough

[@goldengoat1737]

I have a handyman business in Oregon also. I’m a pretty skilled carpenter and definitely do good work, but you really open my eyes as to why I wasn’t making very good money. You are so fast and efficient at everything you do. It made me realize how much time I waste throughout the day. Just wanted to tell you thank you. Since I’ve been watching your channel. I’ve gotten a lot faster at the small projects and it’s really helped my business a lot.

[@garethwatson7999]

I can do this type of work, been doing handyman/property maintenance for about 10 years now and cover electrical, joinery, Decorating, plumbing and Gardening/Grounds work. I’m never out of work, I’m learning all the time, there’s nothing I won’t try and learn now, if you seek out the best people for each trade and learn from those people who are willing to teach you the best ways to do things then you’re on to a winner. Don’t forget the people that helped you along the way though, a few crates of beers here and there go a long way when you need to ask them to divulge some of their valuable knowledge in a fix! I choose my hours, choose my days, I’m booked up for months in advance and wake up loving what I do! 😊

[@_Hmanz_]

I did hvac for 7 years. You can add a premade filter housing made out of sheet metal that goes between the return duct and unit. It’s only as thick as a normal filter. About 1”

[@stickboslightning]

That’s what i use and my evap coil looked very clean after 10 years of use. I’ve never once rinsed the coil either. I always thought the filter might be inferior to traditional ones but i was wrong. The condenser coil i do clean yearly, im not a savage ;)

[@joeindo9174]

hi if my cold air return is leaking, any idea what might be causing that? (Hi-Velocity System) I changed the filter and opened the drain line (it was not clogged but a lot of water did come out when I pulled it off)

[@ciwwebmaster]

The Handyman can. I get inspired by your can do attitude. Man, nothing slows you down. Not the stripped threads, the broken pipes, the hot neutral wires you my friend are the yes, the GOAT!!!

[@Hunter-vl6ft]

Yes, more of these 10ish minute videos between the MASSIVE project videos. Thanks!

[@peterwachter7753]

Agreed. I think your larger audience is folks that don’t need all the minutiae. Like the wire hook orientation under a terminal screw on an outlet, etc. Love your videos and your buckaroo style. Infotainment at its best. Learning that is fun is remembered.

[@deedub429]

It never ceases to amaze me how long curtain rods hang on with just 4 fine thread drywall screws, and no studs. Pretty amazing! 😆

[@PilgrimStanding]

Glad to know I've been a real man for a number of years. That handy magnet has saved me so much time over the years.

[@doccalvin]

Regarding your dryer repair, I usually cut a 2X4X? and place it against the wall to prevent the dryer from moving back. You need at least 2 pieces. I have rentals and this is one way I keep appliances in check.

[@TheHandyman1]

Like a stop block? That's a good idea. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@nickp3173]

The problem is that it's in a tiny room. If you keep it too far forward you will not be able to unload the dryer. It's kind of a no s sherlock.

[@GimpGladly]

Yeah, the tiny room is part of the problem. As soon as it feels tight in there for someone their first instinct is going to be to shove the dryer back further. Stop block for sure, I might make a little shelf the height of the control pannel to make it clean and finished

[@throttlebottle5906]

that and 90 degree close elbows. put one at wall and one on back of dryer, run the hose up and back down in an arch shape. not those are not ideal for air flow, nor is the big arch of vent hose. but better than smashed flat or ripped off.

[@JonnyDIY]

Yup I had to do same thing with a refrigerator that kept getting pushed back and busting the water line for ice maker

[@gradywray5391]

You only need one program start time at 7pm. Each program start time runs all of the zones on that program. Since all three start times are set at 7pm, it effectively does the same thing as just setting start time 1 at 7pm and leaving start times 2 and 3 blank/off.

[@Testing-123]

Yes! The telescoping magnet comes in real handy when I'm working on my car and drop a nut, bolt, wrench, washer, or when a socket decides to roll anywhere out of reach etc.!

[@rodneyhammon1793]

I like this, go to all different houses and fixing different things! Pretty cool!

[@rogermccaslin5963]

I've been a man for at least 25-30 years. I bought a little ratcheting screwdriver at the auto parts store way back when. It's got a flat screwdriver tip on one side and a Philips on the other. It's not Klein but it works. I've also got one of those extendo magnet thingamabobs too. Does that make me twice the man?😁

[@17johnnyfreedom76]

Use a low profile dry duct should be able to find them home depot or lows and 90 vent under dry to come out the side. Sometimes there is a knockout there.

[@waterbug1135]

11:43 A nice helpful fix would be a 8-12" length of 2x2 tacked to the floor or wall under the vent exit so the dryer couldn't be pushed backwards. Dryers sometimes move when running.

[@marklee81]

Replace the bolts on the furnace with winged bolts.

[@moonsoul8331]

When my dad retired, he did a few handyman jobs for some of the elderly widows in my grandmother's neighborhood. They paid ridiculously well (he charged $25/hr and they usually gave him a $100 tip), and he had to eventually stop taking calls because so many people started reaching out to him that he couldn't enjoy his retirement. No hard jobs: change light fixture, replace blown bulbs, change a sink faucet, put up a closet shelf, etc. A LOT of people have no idea how to maintain or fix things, so there's plenty of money to be made.... IF you are a person of principles who will treat people fairly. Good word of mouth = career!

[@throttlebottle5906]

many people will build the door/windows headers up against the wall top plate, then standard frame above up tp the header. that makes it easier to modify later on, for window/door changes. I just re-did mine that way and made sure no electrical was below the large picture windows. some day if I want a sliding door, I can just cut it open and install, no need to worry about headers and load.

[@blipblop92]

If you charge a reasonable amount and actually do good work, a customer is for life

[@ligyron2835]

Tin snips and a filter tray. Slot the filter into the return laying on its side like a CD into a radio. You’d just have to change the size of the filters you use to match the dimension of the duct. Some duct tape to flash around the lips of the tray and you’re done. I’ve seen it done before by buddies who specialize in HVAC firsthand.

[@MookieMan1]

Not enough surface area. Will increase static pressure quite a bit. Especially with a MERV 11+

[@colt110987]

I love being a handyman. I only wish I would have started sooner. 4 years later and still growing but how do you manage when you’re phone is ringing off the hook? I just don’t know how to handle growth without hiring someone, which unfortunately is harder than it should be.

[@nin469]

I hired my wife. With the time I save not talking on the phone I make more than she did at her job so she quit and does my office work now. I just show up and turn screws. 😂

[@mountainmanmike8383]

Man same here I’m booked through September !!!! Almost 60 now and think need to take some chances on hiring, just not sure i can stand managing people and their bullshit.

[@PaulMikna]

Stay solo and just start saying 'no' more often. If you add help you'll stress out over having enough work for them, quality of their work, etc. You can afford to be more selective once you've built up your client base. Good luck!

[@christerpedersen5436]

If your phone is ringing "off the hook" your prices might be to low? Increase them

[@rastrosus5176]

Set specific times to return calls (office work). I like to do it in the afternoon last thing for the day. Also raise your prices. If people aren't complaining then you're not charging enough.

[@smokeyray5017]

When putting up a shade tarp I always use the heavy duy trucker bungee cords on the tarp eyes. Lots of benefits.

[@andreakeeling9217]

I love watching your videos because you’re so positive even when things go wrong. ❤❤❤❤

[@motherfudger6664]

Same here, and it reminds me I need to be more like that when out on jobs and things go haywire.

[@DanielIvan707]

I’m only a couple months into my handyman journey and I love it so far. Great channel.

[@mib20000]

I had my furnace installer put in a AprilAire 4" filter box in between the return and the furnace when he replaced my old furnace

[@mib20000]

@@billlimbert1053 having a bad day there bill? you sound mad. I had a professional HVAC installer do this work. They offered the 4" filter - I said yes. As with most people I relied on their expertise and experience to know if the new furnace can handle a 4" filter. Thanks for your comment Bill . hope ya have a better day

[@deedub429]

I love all the comments about how to fix the furnace filter situation. But that right there is job security! 😆 They have to call him twice a year to come and change that little filter. Nice video, Handy. Looks like an everyday average day for me. Handy on!

[@prassassin2828]

My dryer stopped working I watched a KZbin video. Cleaned out the dryer vent then changed the fuses and coils saved myself some money $$$. Sometimes you have to do it yourself.

[@christaylor8337]

I put new springs on my washer for thirty bucks and s half hour. Nice

[@RealityRenovations]

Keep the furnace where it is, kick the return duct to the left and put a 5” airbear filter box in. Move the combustion makeup air duct as needed. Alternatively, they also seal 90 degree filter boxes that are setup similar with the filter at a 40 degree angle.

[@m3Tesla]

I have a similar dryer setup and I put a couple of 2X4's behind it to prevent it from hitting the hose.

[@Chayliss]

The tinsey tool is cool On a budget use small ratchet with a (forget size) socket to hold the bit Tape it in or something if loose Sometimes it will stay

[@patrickmccutcheon8860]

I’ve done a lot of “use what you got and make it work” type projects and I’m so tired of having to make tools work for me that I’m going to start buying what I actually need haha it’s that time.

[@MrJonfaircloth]

Try this tool: Gyokucho Razor saw Utility knife Tree 80 I learn about this saw from Scott Brown's channel. I keep mine on my tool vest, really comes in handy and saves me from pulling out a large saw for a small/short cut.

[@jordannoll6830]

Nice job Handyman! You a real Man!

[@ChipChurp]

Bro the program a you setting times to start for the zones so rhey should be apaced out if they run for 10vmins. Zone 1 starts at 7. Zone 2 start's say at 715. Zone 3 starts at 725. Zone 4 starts 740. For example and run tine if 10mins each

[@PatTheCat]

The header could be at the top plate. But it’s hard to determine how tall that ceiling is so in theory you’re correct, but it also could be framed with the header above and the small framing below the header.

[@jeromepark7002]

You asked how to make changing the return air filter ? Can you not modify that lower door .make a slotted door just wide of the filter size with a long piano hinge and make an easy access latch . You might have to measure and precut one to make sure it fits . Pop revets can be an easy fix ... In my life I have modified some air handling units for easy service ...

[@joshgraham1465]

You can just install the filter on the inlet side of cold air return inside the house. Wouldn't have to mess with furnace

[@jamesrobbins26]

For your apex ratchet, I've always used my 1/4 inch ratchet with a 1/4 inch socket. It'll do the same thing unless you have a tight space. If it's a tight space I use my 1/4 ratchet wrench.

[@DravenAutoDIY]

The last home I rented had a 1990s Luxaire air handler which kept the filter inside the housing as well, making you have to take it apart to replace the filter. Unfortunately on the Luxaire there was no support so it just loosely sat in this channel.

[@sunshine3914]

Neighborhood blind & curtain hanger since I was 12… headers are hit & miss, but there’s always a 2x4 stud that runs along each side of windows, screw the brackets 1” over.

[@bobbycrosby9765]

If you have to open your furnace to change the filter, it won't turn on while you're changing it. Our furnace has twist knobs rather than screws though, so its a quick change. I consider it a feature rather than a bug.

[@thomaskubiak7019]

8:10 I would love to see how that is retrofit. I service 8-10 properties that putting the filter in the cold air return would be amazing.

[@raywebb4824]

Install a filter grill at the interior return air grill then install the filter inside the home.

[@kgphoto]

RE: having to dismantle furnace filters. How about replacing the screws with rare earth magnets ? Either doubled sided tape or the new screw on magnets ?

[@gordonfrigaard6521]

I have always replaced all drywall anchors with toggle bolts. Much stronger and will never pull out of the wall. Old rental owner trick.

[@timothyhyde]

Make a door for the furnace filter out of the lower panel. Magnetic closure and some hinges should be fine.

[@MaxGiganteum]

-- Doing so may violate code... if you ever modify a furnace, make sure that your modifications are compliant. Failure to do so may result in a catastrophic fire and an insurance company not covering the loss. In fact, you also may find yourself in trouble with the law. The moral of the story here is to ensure that: A. You know what you're doing! & B. Your backside is covered financially and legally if worse comes to worst. - Max Giganteum

[@markadams5429]

That last sprinkler head probably heard you were coming, got scared, then just remedied itself! 😊 Nice work Handy!!

[@doobielawson702]

@markadams5429 So in essence what you're saying is Handy is the Chuck Norris of handymen😂

[@markadams5429]

@@doobielawson702 John Wick

[@PAULBARTLETT-p6f]

10:52, dryer cord is not properly clamped where it enters the machine. cut insulation could lead to fire.

[@JonnyDIY]

11:03 there you go Handy, get you a lil afternoon delight 🤣🎨🖌

[@bobshafer7118]

I would measure and put a short block behind to keep the dryer from getting pushed back and tearing the vent off again.

[@jmcguire56]

I find it amazing that people pay you to do that. Good for you to make easy money like that.

[@kmp101]

to do what?

[@Sugarkryptonite]

Form what I gather it's mostly rental properties where it's easier for the owners to just pay him to do the work. Tenants aren't suppose to be doing it either.

[@kmp101]

@@Sugarkryptonite Was kinda wondering if anyone besides property mangers and landlords are hiring a handyman.

[@patrickmccutcheon8860]

@@kmp101Older ladies and small businesses hire them too. Cheaper than hiring a specialized tradesman.

[@bkind2182]

They make a more ridgid flexible aluminum dryer vent hose that will not crush or rip. They cost a bit more than the cheap aluminum foil one's but they are a one and done...

[@LuisHernandez-ec3gv]

You can install a return air vent that holds an air filter at the hallway where it starts and eliminate the air filter at the furnace. Love your work Handyman. I do handyman work part-time no remodeling yet.

[@TheHandyman1]

I will look the next time I'm there to see how many return grills they have.

[@cheapdad2813]

Came here to say this exact thing. Have 3 HVAC units at my house, 1 for each floor. 2nd floor has 3 returns, 1st floor has 2 and basement has 1. Each return has a filter. Changing is easy, happens monthly in the summer when we use the cheap filters, every 3 months from Nov -April when we use thicker filters (US Southeast where AC is prominent).

[@martyjosephson4937]

How do you clean the pergola cover? I would love for you to tape that.

[@donaldgors1289]

Some how clip or use a hanging bracket for your cover on the furnace no screws ... ! Heck not too bad to change a filter !

[@seeszm]

You should only have one start time on the irrigation controller. All brands. One start time for normal residential

[@teaguejelinek4038]

Nope

[@bka8851]

​@@teaguejelinek4038yep unless your running two or more times per day or possibly running on different days for specific zones you want to water more

[@yugen]

Definitely would like to see more of these "full day of work" videos!

[@harrytinker2328]

Dryer could use a stop block behind it to prevent it from being shoved back too far into the poorly located vent.

[@Makemysteak]

Should have put a 2x4 or some kind of stop behind the dryer so it doesn't get pushed into the hose again.

[@noahholt482]

I alway pull y the washer out even with the dryer and squeeze a board behind them . If you leave the dryer further out every person that walks in there is going to try to push it back.

[@jamesc1664]

Put a filter grill in the house where the returns are they sell a filter rack that you can mount in between your return duck and the furnace there slide one in and out no problems. I’ll come do it.

[@scottjohnson8686]

You truly are a handyman checking out the girl next door...a couple times. 😉

[@steve32221]

Handyman, I have the little Klein ratchet but you should check out the Wera Tool check plus. Great little kit to keep in your truck.

[@beezerdoodle6140]

In my experience if you show up and do good work on one project the customer is likely to come up with other repairs for you to do. I always try to be the nicest guy that they will meet all day and that's pretty easy because I like what I do and most customers are appreciative.

[@itsmemike1153]

I have a slot in my cold air return that is built into the return that holds the filter. There isn’t any door on it

[@fightingidiocy7724]

I would use a metal blade on my jigsaw, and slice about a inch off the furnace cover...just wide enough to replace the filter, use a metal filter than can be washed..it won't get sucked in.

[@earlyriser8998]

I liked your plan on the furnace filter.

[@harryharding2123]

They make a sheet metal u channel you can cut a slot in the return install the u channel by removing the blower assembly it will take time but worth it

[@GimpGladly]

As far as the filter is concerned, change the return register out to one that takes a filter.

[@TheHayes32]

I wouldn't change a thing. That could've have taken you longer than 5 minutes to change out and that include the tine it took you to walk to your basement. Especially, if you have already done it before and know what to do and the preserved difficulties you might encounter. 🤷‍♂️

[@MakeWithMike]

Dip the end in the resin long as doesn't get in the hose to spigot end😊

[@athletikonaol]

Now that I have a fairly decent skillset from a lifetime of teaching myself... I'm not limber enough to climb behind a dryer. But I have managed this same issue myself several times.

[@fightingidiocy7724]

I have a 3 foot long claw grabber that I use to on everything from to nuts to bolts to drawstrings inside pants to cheetos behind the couch...which are not magnetic.

[@michaelyork4554]

Are you checking airflow through evaporator coil when you go to people houses to asses the amount of blockage? This is the #1 issue I find at least in FL

[@delikat83]

Hi Handyman. Much love from Richard's Painting Service Inc. Scarsdale, NY. Always great content. Love you buddy😊

[@br31woodlands69]

Great video. Thank you.

[@michaelcima5772]

Yep. Enjoyed the format

[@nickp3173]

People really call you to fix a paper towel roller? I need to get into this business lol

[@rastrosus5176]

I'm a handyman in the central valley and most people want me to do everything for cheap. I only advertise and work in the nice part of town but still people don't want to pay what I want. If I got $1,500 for all that you did, I would be doing very well. I try charging more but then I don't get work.

[@jfp17]

I’m an un-handy man, but love watching your videos. Should the dryer vent be replaced every year or so?

[@JonnyDIY]

No but it should be cleaned for build up of lint especially longer run ones

[@cheesesteakable]

You should have replaced the dryer vent pipe. All the buildup is bad in the vent and you must clean all that build up.

[@user-ty2uz4gb7v]

The way dryer duct connections are designed in most houses is just horrible. It usually requires that you snake the flex duct with at least one extreme bend and then it comes off of the collar like you saw here and then all that twisting behind the dryer prevents you from moving the dryer close to the wall. I think the right way to do it is to have the collar recessed into the wall between the studs so the bending of the duct doesn't impede the dryer and you have much better airflow. Don't forget to clean your dryer vent, it's something most people don't think about and your house could burn down.

[@markhuru]

I’m a handyman /contractor… try the air sled … just bought it…

[@brentnearhood8874]

I hope they don't shove that drier back into the vent. Maybe put a stop behind it. You should have your dog traveling with you!

[@TTundragrizzly]

Obviously he can’t bring his dog into other people’s houses. So the alternative is to leave the dog in the hot truck? Nah… leave the pooch home until fall and winter.

[@xipkore]

Should float the idea of doing a pully line system for that shade cloth to the owner.

[@g-manthenurseman7532]

Snow on the pergola? I’ve always thought you’re in SoCal, though I don’t really remember you ever saying your location.

[@GimpGladly]

C'mon, hes obviously in Oklahoma.

[@JonnyDIY]

He keeps his private details private 🤫

[@kadesh88]

It’s called kerf, or at least in my area.

[@ericthat]

God Bless U for doing the dryer repair

[@carlturlington4847]

Was a remodeling contractor for 40 years also handy man service. Have made a good deal of money because of poor builder pratices

[@michaelchyles]

😂The female painting outside haha

[@jgg204]

I would have replaced that foil dryer duct with a semi-rigid one which is the way to go now. Those foil dryer ducts get brittle over time and rip, they're just bad designs. The semi-rigid ones will last forever.

[@paulpoco22]

Put the dryer on a platform higher than the duct.

[@GuitarPrzezdziecki]

Great video! Thanks for the great content Handyman!

[@timothy287]

Why not at least replace the flex hose off the dryer? Trimming off the "ruined bit" ? Might you also own rental properties? Jfc

[@Adam-wu2xr]

Was that Beyoncé painting? Lol

[@adrianprieto981]

They make a filter rack for that unit

[@MyDIYAdventures]

Those black garage shelves look strangely familiar🤔

[@TheHandyman1]

Repeat customers. I haven't had a new customer in over 3 years.

[@Lincoln_Hawk]

Keep it coming. Always great content.

[@TheAbyssGazedBack]

Re: the filter location - when you were explaining how awful it was to access I was waiting for some crazy thing but how long could that have possibly taken? Especially with your new man card tool which I would throw at the guy that recommended it - feel like he is going to discover an oscillating tool next. But really, yes it isn’t the best design but does it take that long to do?

[@TheHandyman1]

The homeowner isn't capable to do it on there own. They pay me several times a year to replace it. I'm trying to come up with a ling term solution for them so they can do it them selves.