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How do you get a stubborn tire off your car? Slide a 2 foot piece of 3/4 inch copper pipe over your tire wrench. Plus, tips on how to winterize your grill.   Join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/   SPREAD THE WORD! If you liked today’s show subscribe in iTunes and write us a review!  This helps us stand out from the fluff out there. Click here to subscribe via iTunes You can also subscribe via Stitcher    WANT A LUXURY BATHROOM? Does your bathroom need a makeover? Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor You get access to over 70 video tutorials and our great private Facebook group where you can post questions and get answers. Plus there’s a 30 day guarantee…it doesn’t get any better.   Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor

What’s the quickest way to repair copper pipes? SharkBite fittings. And the best part is you don’t need to solder. Fein is coming out with an 18V cordless MultiMaster. We can’t wait to get our hands on it!   Join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/   SPREAD THE WORD! If you liked today’s show subscribe in iTunes and write us a review!  This helps us stand out from the fluff out there. Click here to subscribe via iTunes You can also subscribe via Stitcher    WANT A LUXURY BATHROOM? Does your bathroom need a makeover? Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor You get access to over 70 video tutorials and our great private Facebook group where you can post questions and get answers. Plus there’s a 30 day guarantee…it doesn’t get any better.   Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor

Which nailer should you get for your project? Home Depot has a great infographic that helps you choose. We share that with you today. Also, we discuss how to unclog a toilet without a plunger.   Join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/   SPREAD THE WORD! If you liked today’s show subscribe in iTunes and write us a review!  This helps us stand out from the fluff out there. Click here to subscribe via iTunes You can also subscribe via Stitcher    WANT A LUXURY BATHROOM? Does your bathroom need a makeover? Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor You get access to over 70 video tutorials and our great private Facebook group where you can post questions and get answers. Plus there’s a 30 day guarantee…it doesn’t get any better.   Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor

Who makes the best gloves for DIYers? Today we share our thoughts.   Ironclad in our humble opinion is the best glove maker and you’ll learn why.   Also, DeWalt recently came out with a battery adapter for 18V power tools.   If you want to use their 20V Max technology with your 18V power tools you can now do that.        Join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show subscribe in iTunes and write us a review!    This helps us stand out from the fluff out there.   Click here to subscribe via iTunes You can also subscribe via Stitcher  WANT A LUXURY BATHROOM?   Does your bathroom need a makeover?   Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor   You get access to over 70 video tutorials and our great private Facebook group where you can post questions and get answers.   Plus there’s a 30 day guarantee…it doesn’t get any better.     Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor

What’s a good range your home’s water pressure?   If water pressure is over 80 psi it will ruin your dishwasher, clothes washer, and faucets.   You need a water pressure regulator if your pressure is over 80.   Watts makes great regulators.   Here’s their site link   http://www.watts.com/           Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review!    This helps us stand out from the fluff out there.   Ways to Subscribe to Home Repair Tutor   Click here to subscribe via iTunes You can also subscribe via Stitcher  WANT A LUXURY BATHROOM?   Does your bathroom need a makeover?   We can help with our series of video tutorials that show you how to demo, build a walk-in shower, tile a floor, and more   Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor   You get access to over 70 video tutorials and our great private Facebook group wh

If you’re remodeling your shower you need a shower niche.    It’s more modern than a crappy soap dish…seriously!!   We like pre-made shower niches by Schluter and Wedi.   But you can also make your own niche.   You can use cement board (Permabase or DuRock) or Wedi panels or Schluter panels.   But there are certain tips for each variation. Listen to the show for the details.          Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review!    This helps us stand out from the fluff out there.   Ways to Subscribe to Home Repair Tutor   Click here to subscribe via iTunes You can also subscribe via Stitcher  WANT A LUXURY BATHROOM?   Does your bathroom need a makeover?   We can help with our series of video tutorials that show you how to demo, build a walk-in shower, tile a floor, and more   Check out Bathroom Repair Tu

Wanna start a woodworking project?   Check out the Wood Whisperer.   Today’s show shares a small sliver of tips from Marc   Here’s the link I promised    http://www.thewoodwhisperer.com/videos/woodworking-not-so-common-sense/   Kontrol is an app that allows you to control your Nest thermostat from your Apple watch.   How cool is that.   Check it out here   http://www.kontrolapp.io/       Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review!    This helps us stand out from the fluff out there.   Ways to Subscribe to Home Repair Tutor   Click here to subscribe via iTunes You can also subscribe via Stitcher  WANT A LUXURY BATHROOM?   Does your bathroom need a makeover?   We can help with our series of video tutorials that show you how to demo, build a walk-in shower, tile a floor, and more   Check out Bathroom Repai

Fall is coming. Today I’m sharing fall landscaping tips from This Old House.   Also, Ryobi is having a great deal on their 18V Combo Kit.   It’s now $79 instead of $99 over at Home Depot.   You get a 1/2” Drill and Circular Saw.   The SKU is 876066.   Cool stuff.         Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review!    This helps us stand out from the fluff out there.   Ways to Subscribe to Home Repair Tutor   Click here to subscribe via iTunes You can also subscribe via Stitcher  WANT A LUXURY BATHROOM?   Does your bathroom need a makeover?   We can help with our series of video tutorials that show you how to demo, build a walk-in shower, tile a floor, and more   Check out Bathroom Repair Tutor   You get access to over 70 video tutorials and our great private Facebook group where you can post questions a

DeWalt’s new cordless sliding compound miter saw is out.   It’s power source is a DeWalt’s 20V Max Li-Ion battery.   The total weight is only 30 pounds, so it’s super portable.   We did a complete review over on Home Repair Tutor but today’s show gives you a small taste of what the saw has to offer.   Check out the review over on HRT   http://www.homerepairtutor.com/     In today’s show I mention Bob from I Like to Make Stuff.   If you haven’t watched one of his YouTube videos you should.   https://www.youtube.com/user/iliketomakestuffcom   Check out his website here   http://www.iliketomakestuff.com/     Finally, if you have a water leak in your basement you can use Hydraulic Cement to quickly fix it.   BUT I recommend you fix any leaks by addressing the problem on the outside of the house.   Hydraulic cement is just a bandage, a really good bandage!     Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         SPR

Is your kitchen or bathroom sink clogged?   You might want to buy a hand auger.   Ryobi recently came out with their cordless hand auger.   You can use this to clear clogs that are hard to reach.   We recommend mechanically removing clogs instead of using chemical cleaners.   Because chemicals can often do more harm than good.   Check out ToolGuyd’s review on the Ryobi cordless hand auger    http://toolguyd.com/ryobi-cordless-drain-auger/   Btw, here’s a great tutorial I made on how to unclog a kitchen sink…thought this might help    http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-unclog-a-kitchen-sink/     Here’s our tutorial on how to remove silicone caulk   http://www.homerepairtutor.com/easily-remove-silicone-caulk/   This could be helpful        Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review!    This helps us stand ou

Are you tiling your shower?   Today’s show has pro tips from Steve White from SRW Contracting.   He recommends using a laser level to line up tile and make sure gets started the right way.   Steve uses a Bosch laser level and horseshoe tile spacers to get perfect looking tiles.   You can use a laser level to install mirrors, vanities, lights, accessories, pictures and more.   It’s worth the money.   http://www.homerepairtutor.com/tool-deals/     Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review!    This helps us stand out from the fluff out there.   Ways to Subscribe to Home Repair Tutor   Click here to subscribe via iTunes You can also subscribe via Stitcher  WANT A LUXURY BATHROOM?   Does your bathroom need a makeover?   We can help with our series of video tutorials that show you how to demo, build a walk-i

Does your metal door have ugly dents?   There’s an easy fix for this.   We give you the solution in the show, so listen silly!   Also, if you’re looking to do woodworking projects Kreg has new DIY Project Kit   You get three of their most popular tools plus 10 plans.   Here are the tools you get    Rip Cut Tool (for ripping down sheets of plywood) R3 Jig for joining wood together vis pocket holes Shelf Pin Jig for shelf pin holes    See Kreg’s DIY Project Kit and our tool picks    http://www.homerepairtutor.com/tool-deals/       Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review! This is what helps us stand out from all the fluff out there.   Ways to Subscribe to Home Repair Tutor     Click here to subscribe via iTunes You can also subscribe via Stitcher 

Nest came out with their 3rd generation thermostat which is slimmer and and has a bigger display.   The price is still $249.   It senses when you’re home and when you’re not and adjust your energy usage.   Plus you can control the temperature of the Nest via it’s app.   We have a complete video tutorial showing you how to install the Nest    https://youtu.be/0YgzLczFT4A   DeWalt came out with their new 20V Max leaf blower.   It’s product code is DCBL720P1.   You can use the 20V Max battery from this blower with other DeWalt tools and vice versa.   This blower can product 90 mph winds and only weighs about 7 lbs.     Check out our weekly tool picks over on Home Repair Tutor   http://www.homerepairtutor.com/tool-deals/       Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/     SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review! This is what helps us stand out from all the fl

What’s behind your wall?   Maybe you have a clogged pipe?   Inspection camera’s are great for these situations.   Ridgid’s Micro CA 25 Inspection Camera is awesome and now on sale at Home Dept.   The price is down to $79 and I wanted to let you know.       Does your bathroom fog up?   Leviton’s humidity sensor switch can help.   It turns your bathroom fan on when the humidity gets too high.   And shuts off when the humidity lowers to a certain level.   You can install the humidity sensor in your bathroom with the help of my buddy Bill White.   Bill is the owner of Live Wire Service Group and a registered electrician.    We made a video tutorial showing how to wire the humidity sensor. Plus he talks about common mistakes.   You can check that out here   http://www.homerepairtutor.com/         Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please subscrib

Milwaukee is having a cool tool deal this week over on Home Depot.   If you buy their M12 Cordless Impact Driver combo kit you get a free mini hackzall.   Not a bad combination if you’re doing some demo and remodeling work around the house.   This combo kit is $99 over on Home Depot’s site but for a limited time.   I found it under tool deals in the power tool section of the site.   You can head over to Home Repair Tutor to get all the full details   http://www.homerepairtutor.com/tool-deals/     The Fall season is beautiful.   To make it more enjoyable you should do 5 things around your house   Clean Gutters and Downspouts Get Furnace or Boiler Maintenance done in September Seal Driveway Expansion Joints  Seal Concrete Surfaces Clean your Chimney   Listen to the show for all the details.         Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please s

Hitachi’s 2 inch brad nailer is on deep sale at Lowe’s this week.   Where would you need this tool?   If you need to attach any molding around doors, windows, or floors this is the tool.   Coupled with a pancake compressor the Hitachi brad nailer will speed up your carpentry projects.   Lowe’s has it on sale this week for $69 instead of $89.   Check out the deal over on Home Repair Tutor   http://www.homerepairtutor.com/tool-deals/   Do you want a tiled access panel for your tub or shower?   Maybe you didn’t even know this was an option.   Schluter has a cool system called the Rema.   Check it out over on their site   http://www.schluter.com/11_1_rema.aspx       Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review! This is what helps us stand out from all the fluff out there.   Ways to Subscribe to Home Repair

Ridgid currently has as great deal on their Impact Driver combo kit.   Home Depot has it on sale for $159 instead of $179.   About 5 years ago I purchased my Ridgid Impact Driver for $169, so you get a way better deal today.   You can check out the deal over on Home Repair Tutor    http://www.homerepairtutor.com/tool-deals/   Today you’ll also get great bathroom tiling tips from my buddy Steve White from SRW Contracting.    He specifically tells why it’s better to tile the main bathroom floor, then the shower floor.   Lots of pro tips in this episode!!!       Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review! This is what helps us stand out from all the fluff out there.   Ways to Subscribe to Home Repair Tutor   Click here to subscribe via iTunes You can also subscribe via Stitcher      STAY IN TOUCH   Sig

DeWalt has an amazing deal on Amazon, and I’ll tell you about it today.   If you buy their DCK285L2 20V Max Lithium Ion Compact Hammerdrill and Impact Driver Combo Kit you get a FREE battery.   Batteries usually cost about $99 each for power tools.   So this is a fantastic deal.   You can check it out over on Home Repair Tutor    http://www.homerepairtutor.com/tool-deals/   Are you thinking of remodeling your basement?   Don’t make a common mistake and add carpet or hardwood directly on top of your cement slab.   You should check out Dricore subfloors.    This is a product that allows you cement floor to breathe and prevent moisture from wicking up into the finished floor.   Learn more about their cool technology here   http://www.dricore.com/en/homeowner.aspx   This is something you see all the time on the home improvement shows.       Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         HELP US SPREAD THE WOR

Would you like to replace your old 1970s tub?   Today’s show answers questions from our HRT Facebook Community.   My buddy Steve White from SRW Contracting Inc dives into 3 questions from our fans.   The first one asks how to remove an old one piece fiberglass tub from a small bathroom?   Question number 2 asks Steve what he thinks are the best materials for tubs these days.   You’ll have to listen to get the scoop.   And the final question tackles installing a new larger tub in an existing space, do you need to be concerned about the weight?   Steve does a great job breaking down these concepts, so don’t miss out.       Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review! This is what helps us stand out from all the fluff out there.   Ways to Subscribe to Home Repair Tutor   Click here to subscribe via iTune

What can you do to lower your winter heating bills?   Today’s lesson discusses 5 winter prep tips    1. Add more attic insulation, you should have about 18 inches 2. Install a frost-free hose bibb to prevent pipes from freezing 3. Consider Roxul insulation for walls if you have them open for remodeling 4. Apply Great Stuff expanding foam to gaps and cracks along outside walls or pipes 5. Use Frost King outlet sealers to prevent drafts from outlets and switches on exterior walls   Just doing one or two of these tips could make a serious dent in your heating bill.   Who doesn’t wan’t a comfy house that costs less to heat?   Don’t forget…you can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer   https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/         HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!   If you liked today’s show please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review! This is what helps us stand out from all the fluff out there.   Ways to Subscribe to Home Repair Tutor   Click here to subscribe via iTun