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**Home Repair Tutor**

Are you a busy homeowner? Whether it’s your job, kids, or other crazy grownup stuff…we get it. You don’t have a ton of time.
The Home Repair Tutor Show is a home improvement podcast that saves you time and money by teaching you home improvement skills.
These no fluff, 10-15 minute podcasts are packed with pure home improvement tips you want. Jeff Patterson shares concepts, skills, and tools he’s learned over the last decade. Episodes are around 10 minutes and subscribers get a fresh episode every week.

Latest Episodes:

187: Clean Stinky Sink Drains and Hochulis Guns Nov 24, 2015

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Stinky sink drains are a drag…and disgusting.

Today we talk about how to tackle this problem and remove the smell.

The first step is to make sure your P-traps are full of water.

If your tub, shower, or vanity haven’t been used in awhile…run water for 1-2 minutes.

This might solve your problem.

The second reason your bathroom or kitchen may stink is due to biofilm.

Unfortunately you have to remove the P-Trap and pipes from the vanity.

Check for gunk in the pipes.

Scrape any sediment from the wall pipe.

Then push several paper towels down the sink drain and related pipes.

The last step is to soak these sink parts in warm water and bleach.

Finally, put all the pipes back together and check for leaks.

Then pour a pot of hot water down the drain.

This will put the death nail in your stinky drain.

See these tips in action over on Home Repair Tutor

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-clean-a-stinky-sink-drain

If you liked today’s show please give us a rating and review on iTunes, thank you

Remember, we have 187 podcast shows

You can listen to all of them for free over on iTunes or Stitcher.

If you want me to feature a cool Deal of the Day or project send me a quick email

jeff@homerepairtutor.com

We record the podcast every day, so I’m up for sharing your great idea

186: Cantaloupe Lights and 5 Quick Tips Nov 23, 2015

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Cantaloupe light? Yes, I found a pendant light made in the shape of a cantaloupe.

You can make this yourself by watching HomeMade-Modern’s cool YouTube video

https://youtu.be/_c4rVAh3t9I

Today’s Deal of the Day is on fire pits and patio heaters.

They have fancy heaters that you typically see at restaurants.

The model number of the one I like is 67515BOND

Type this model number into the search box over on Home Depot’s site

This Old House shared 5 Quick Fixes you can do yourself before Thanksgiving

I share all of them in the show but here’s the link to their post

http://trib.al/Hvqbkps

If you liked today’s show please give us a rating and review on iTunes, thank you

Remember, we have 186 podcast shows

You can listen to all of them for free over on iTunes or Stitcher.

If you want me to feature a cool Deal of the Day or project send me a quick email

jeff@homerepairtutor.com

We record the podcast every day, so I’m up for sharing your great idea

185: Milwaukee's AWESOME Tool Deal and Nick Ferry Nov 22, 2015

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Milwaukee is having a FANTASTIC tool deal!!! Their 9-piece 18V kit is 40% off…more on that in the show.

2695-29 is the model number over on Home Depot.

PLUS: we discuss how to make straight cuts every time with a door board.

Nick Ferry is a YouTuber and woodworker who shared this great project.

Use 2 pieces of 1/4 plywood or MDF to make a cutting board that can be partnered with a circular saw.

Here’s Nick’s project over on YouTube

https://youtu.be/5E1v-qPQJvs

Finally, if you need repair parts for your appliance I recommend you check out RepairClinic.com

I bought replacement dishwasher arms on their site and have been pleased with their prices.

Here’s the link to their site

http://www.repairclinic.com/

If you liked today’s show please give us a rating and review on iTunes, thank you

Remember, we have 185 podcast shows

You can listen to all of them for free over on iTunes or Stitcher.

184: Hang a Door in Half the Time Nov 21, 2015

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Hanging a pre-hung door can suck. A $5.25 product can make it so much EASIER.

My buddy Adam Verheyen used the Quick Door Hanger brackets to install pre-hung doors.

I think these look awesome and wanted to share Adam’s tip with you today.

You can find the Quick Door Hangers (Model 201) over on Home Depot’s site.

Today’s Deal of the Day is Craftsman’s Extreme Grip 6-Piece Diamond Tip Screwdriver Set

They used to be $39.99 and now are $19.99.

Great gift for anyone.

At the end of the show I go off on a tirade about crappy bathroom tutorials…

If you liked today’s show please give us a rating and review on iTunes, thank you

Remember, we have 180 podcast shows

You can listen to all of them for free over on iTunes or Stitcher.

183: Fix a Running Toilet Nov 20, 2015

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Is your toilet driving your nuts? Today we talk about 3 easy steps you can take to stop a toilet from running.

These tips can be done in less than 1 hour and will save you $90-$120.

We have a full tutorial over on Home Repair Tutor

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-fix-a-running-toilet/

Do you hate having a cold head?

Instructables has a cool 6 step tutorial on how to make a DIY carbon heated beanie

http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-carbon-heated-beanie/

Anyone can make this.

Today’s Deal of the Day is Ridgid’s 18V 4.0Ah Lithium-Ion Battery 2-pack for $99.

Pretty awesome.

The warranty on these batteries is 3 years.

Check this out over on Home Depot’s site using model number AC840087P

If you liked today’s show please give us a rating and review on iTunes, thank you

Remember, we have 180 podcast shows

You can listen to all of them for free over on iTunes or Stitcher.

182: Make Your Dishwasher Clean Better Nov 19, 2015

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Get 5 awesome tips that’ll make it run like new.

Today’s show has all the details but if you want to see the tips over on Home Repair Tutor check them out here

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/dishwasher-not-cleaning/

DeWalt is having a great deal on their 15 Amp Double Bevel Miter Saw over at Home Depot

It used to be $349 but is now $299.

Check it out before the deal goes away

The model number is DW716

DeWalt is having a second AWESOME deal at Costco

You can get their ToughSystem Bundle for $200 instead of $315

Check that out here

http://toolguyd.com/dewalt-toughsystem-deals-h2015/

If you love Star Wars you’ll love Bob’s cool Giant Light Saber video…way cool

https://youtu.be/MIymFB2uHXc

181: Clean a Bathtub Fast and Ridgid's Tool Deal Nov 18, 2015

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Today we talk about how to clean a bathtub or shower fast. These tips come in handy if you’re looking to cut down on cleaning time.

The Mother’s PowerBall is meant for polishing cars. But it’s perfect for cleaning bathtubs and showers.

You can attach it to a drill for powerful cleaning.

Here’s my tutorial on how to use the PowerBall

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-clean-a-bathtub/

Ridgid is having a bonus deal over on Home Depot

You can get a 5.5 Amp trim router with free 1/4” sheet sander for $99.

Here’s the model number R24011

If you liked today’s show please give us a rating and review on iTunes, thank you

Remember, we have 180 podcast shows

You can listen to all of them for free over on iTunes or Stitcher.

180: Oven Cleaning Tips and Walking Dead Back Packs Nov 17, 2015

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Want oven cleaning tips? Today we discuss 2 natural ways to cut the grease and grime.

But for the love of Pete…don’t use the self-cleaning option before Thanksgiving.

BIG MISTAKE!!!!

We also talk about how to cut holes in ceramic and porcelain tile.

This question was asked in our support group Bathroom Repair Tutor

In addition: Home Depot has a special deal of the day on a survival back pack that.

The model number of that back pack is 70385.

Today is the last day for our latest giveaway over on Home Repair Tutor

Watch our latest video tutorial on how to insulate walls to get the scoop…it’s pretty cool

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-insulate-walls-and-ceilings/

If you liked today’s show please give us a rating and review on iTunes, thank you

Remember, we have 180 podcast shows

You can listen to all of them for free over on iTunes or Stitcher.

179: Removing Grease from Kitchen Appliances Nov 16, 2015

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Grease is disgusting.

I found a great product that removes it…Super Clean.

It costs about $5 and can be found in the automotive section of Walmart.

Check out this tutorial I made

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-clean-a-greasy-kitchen-hood/

Plus: today we talk about how to get great deals on patio furniture over on Home Depot’s site.

Tomorrow is the last day for our latest giveaway over on Home Repair Tutor.

Watch our latest video tutorial on how to insulate walls to get the scoop…it’s pretty cool

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-insulate-walls-and-ceilings/

If you liked today’s show please give us a rating and review on iTunes, thank you

Remember, we have 179 podcast shows

You can listen to all of them for free over on iTunes or Stitcher.

178: DeWalt's New Chainsaw and Other Cool Stuff Nov 15, 2015

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Should you buy a battery powered chainsaw?

Today we talk about DeWalt’s new 40V Max chainsaw and other cool stuff.

The thing about battery power is it eliminates the mess of storing gas powered lawn tools.

if you’re not aware…gas doesn’t last forever and it can gunk up your power tool motor.

That’s one benefit of battery powered tools.

We also talk about Samsung’s new SmartCam HD Pro camera and how to fix a sticking door.

I know, lots of things to talk about in one show.

Plus we talk about the solar powered deal of the day over on Home Depot

If you liked today’s show please give us a rating and review on iTunes, thank you

Remember, we have 178 podcast shows

You can listen to all of them for free over on iTunes or Stitcher.

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