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Contractor John
The Dr. is in! With over 45 years in the remodeling and building industry, Contractor John will share with you the secrets to keeping your home in good repair, maintained properly and will guide you through any remodeling project from planning to completion.You can post questions on the Contractor John Facebook page.Watch DIY video's from Contractor John on the Contractor John YouTube channel.
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Season: 4
Episode: 155
Episode Title: Tips For Cleaning Your House After a Flood
Episode Summary:
Season 4 Episode #155, Contractor John gives you tiops for cleaning up your house after a flood. Also answers a listener question about brick falling off the house.
Plus regular segments, Tip of the Week and Jeopardy fact of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
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Mold Solutions
Parkview Church
Tools and Supplies needed to clean up
Tools
- Rubber Gloves
- Tall Rubber Boots
- Protective Eye Wear
- Face Mask
- Long Sleeved Clothing
- Knee Pads
- De-Himidifier
- Large Fans
- Shovel
- Soft Bristle Scrub Brush
- Wet Dry Shop Vac
- Broom
- Floor Squeegee
- Utility Knife
- Hammer
Supplies
- Large Contractor Trash Bags
- Mold Killing Solution
- Disinfectant/Bleach
- Towels
A word of warning…...Do not mix bleach with any other disinfectant or cleaning supplies. This can cause a dangerous chemical reaction and toxic gas. Only mix Bleach with water.
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Season: 4
Episode: 153
Episode Title: January Home Maintenance Checklist
Episode Summary:
Season 4 Episode #153, Contractor John shares the January Home Maintenance Checklist with all of you listeners, and well as answering a listener question about brick falling off the house. Plus regular segments, Tip of the Week and Jeopardy fact of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
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Furnace Filters
Contractor John Youtube Video “All About Furnace Filters”
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Season: 4
Episode: 152
Episode Title: Planning Your Building or Remodeling Project with a Gnatt Chart
Episode Summary:
Episode #152, Contractor John Talks about using a gnatt chart to help plan the timeline for your building or remodeling project.
Plus regular segments, Tip of the Week and Jeopardy fact of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
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Try using Google Calendar, very simple and basic
SmartSheet (free 30 day trial)
ClickUp (has free version)
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Contractor John and Sue read the stories of The Story of Baby Jesus, and T'was The Night Before Christmas.
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Contractor John and Sue read the stories of The Old Lady That Swallowed The Bell, and Olive The Other Reindeer.
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Season: 4
Episode: 154
Episode Title: Tips for Thawing Frozen Water Pipes
Episode Summary:
Season 4 Episode #154, In this Special episode Contractor John shares tips for thawing frozen water pipes.
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Contractor John and Sue read the story of That's Good, That's Bad.
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Contractor John and Sue read the story of Mooseltoe.
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Contractor John and Sue read the story of Tiny Tim.
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Season: 3
Episode: 146
Episode Title: What are the Styles of Roofs, Structure of Roofs and What Is a 4/12 Roof?
Episode Summary:
In today’s episode #146, Contractor John adds on to last weeks episode talking about the Styles of Roofs, the Structure of Roofs and What Is a 4/12 Roof? Plus regular segments, Tip of the Week and Jeopardy fact of the week, AND we are going to give a copy of Contractor John’s Book the “ Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers away.
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IRC on installing IWS (Ice and Water Shield)
“The International Residential Code states in Table R301.2, an ice barrier shall be installed for asphalt shingles, metal roof shingles, mineral-surfaced roll roofing, slate and slate-type shingles, wood shingles and wood shakes. The ice barrier shall consist of not fewer than two layers of underlayment cemented together, or a self-adhering polymer-modified bitumen sheet shall be used in place of normal underlayment and extend from the lowest edges of all roof surfaces to a point not less than 24 inches (610 mm) inside the exterior wall line of the building. On roofs with slope equal to or greater than 8 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (67-percent slope), the ice barrier shall also be applied not less than 36 inches (914 mm) measured along the roof slope from the eave edge of the building.”
“Exception: Detached accessory structures not containing conditioned floor area.”
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Season: 3
Episode: 145
Episode Title: The Role Loads and Beams Play in Residential Construction
Episode Summary:
In today’s episode #145, Contractor simplifies what a load is and how beams are used in your home. Plus regular segments, Tip of the week and Jeopardy fact of the week.
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Season: 3
Episode: 144
Episode Title: SPECIAL EPISODE: Table Saw Creations Christmas Sale, Listener Question Thoughts, and Real Estate Market Update
Episode Summary:
Today’s episode #144 Table Saw Creations Christmas Sale, Listener Question Thoughts, and Real Estate Market Update
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Season: 3
Episode: 143
Episode Title: December Home maintenance Checklist
Episode Summary:
Today’s episode #143 December Home maintenance Checklist and a listener question, how to fix a loose newel post.
Plus regular segments, Contractor John’s tip of the week, and the Jeopardy question of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episodes
All About Furnace Filters
How a sink Trap Works
Fire Extinguisher Ornament
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Season: 3
Episode: 142
Episode Title: 2022 Christmas Tool List and Peach Cobbler Recipe
Episode Summary:
Today’s episode #142 2022 Christmas List and Peach Cobbler Recipe.
Plus regular segments, Contractor John’s tip of the week, and the Jeopardy question of the week.
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Season: 3
Episode: 141
Episode Title: Listener Questions: Counter-top fit, pallet Wood On The Wall, Spongy Roof and a Kool Tool; Along with a BONUS Holiday Vegetable Dish Recipe
Episode Summary:
Today’s episode #141. This week it is listener question smorgasbord. Counter-top fit, pallet Wood On The Wall, Spongy Roof and a really Kool Tool; Along with a BONUS Holiday Vegetable Dish Recipe
Plus regular segments, Contractor John’s tip of the week, and the Jeopardy question of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Kool Tool contour Guage
Drywall repair video using USG EXZ-Sand setting product
Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Butternut Squash, Pecans, and Craisins
Ingredients
3 cups of Brussel sprouts, ends trimmed, yellow leaves removed, and halved
1 ½ cups of Butternut squash peeled, and cut into 1” cubes
2 cups of pecan halves
1 cup dried cranberries
2 to 8 tablespoons of maple syrup (optional)
Olive oil
½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon
Combine brussel sprouts and squash into a bowl and add 3 table spoons olive oil, cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup. Mix all ingredients together and spread on a baking sheet, single layer.
Place in a 400 degree oven for 25 minutes turning them over ½ way through.
While the mixture is in the oven put the pecans in a frying pan, single layer and roast them over low heat, until just turning brown, pull off heat
When the mixture comes out of the oven, combine the brussel sprout/squash, pecans and cranberries.
Add additional maple syrup and salt to taste.
You may want to add a little more olive oil and or cinnamon too.
You can serve this dish warm or cold but warm is better.
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Season: 3
Episode: 140
Episode Title: How To Dispose of Paint Properly, Simpson Strong Tie, Select Proper knee Pads, Listener Question; DIY a Hot Water Tank?
Episode Summary:
Todays episode #140 is a smorgasbord, How To Dispose of Paint Properly, Simpson Strong Tie, Select Proper knee Pads, Listener Question; DIY a Hot Water Tank?
Plus Contractor John’s tip of the week, and the Jeopardy question of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Paint Care
Simpson Strong Tie
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Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
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Season: 3
Episode: 139
Episode Title: Lets Talk About House wrap, Lumber Prices and Is The Real Estate Market
Episode Summary:
What is house wrap and what does it do, is this weeks episode subject. Contractor John answers a listener question of the week and we will touch on lumber prices and a quick update on the home industry/Real Estate market. Plus the tip of the week, and the Jeopardy question of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Tyvek Installation instructions
Window and Door Flashing Install Video
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Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
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Season: 3
Episode: 138
Episode Title: November Home Maintenance Checklist and the Real Estate Market
Episode Summary:
Time for the November Home Maintenance Checklist and a quick update omn the home industry/Real Estate market. Plus the tip of the week, and the Jeopardy question of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Furnace Filters
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Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
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Season: 3
Episode: 137
Episode Title: 11 Tips To Get You and Your Car Equipped For Winter
Episode Summary:
Rather you are ready for winter or not, it’s is coming. Contractor John shares with you 11 tips to get you and your car ready for winter.
Plus a Kool Tool recommendation. A listener question of the week, the tip of the week, and the Jeopardy question of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Kool Tool Bucket Apron
Tool Bucket Lid
Parachute Canvas Bag
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Season: 3
Episode: 136
Episode Title: 25 Simple and Great Life Hacks
Episode Summary:
Contractor John shares with all of you 25 great life hacks. A listener question of the week, plus the tip of the week, and the Jeopardy question of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Witches Night out October 20th
Rustic Vintage Fair New Lenox October 22nd
ALT Character Codes PDF
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Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
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Season: 3
Episode: 135
Episode Title: Contractor John Answers Listener Questions
Episode Summary:
Contractor John Answers Listener Questions, plus the tip of the week, and the Jeopardy question of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Diablo Demon Blade
Cutting Cast Iron Pipe Video
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Season: 3
Episode: 134
Episode Title: October Home Maintenance Checklist and Listener Questions
Episode Summary:
With the beginning of the month it is time to go over your home maintenance checklist. Contractor John walks you through your October tasks to help keep your home in tip top shape. Plus the tip of the week, listener questions, tips to install a basement wet bar, and how to fix a leaky sink trap, and the Jeopardy question of the week.
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Furnace Filters
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Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
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Season: 3
Episode: 133
Episode Title:
Episode Summary:
With the fall season coming for many of us,, it is time for back yard bonfires. Contractor John walks you through some of your options in fire pits and what to watch out for when planning your backyard fire pit. Plus the tip of the week, listener question of the week and the Jeopardy question of the week
Resources mentioned in this episode:
BALI OUTDOORS Wood Burning Fire Pit and includes a really cool feature a…..Removable Cooking Grill
The Pleasant Hearth Martin Extra Deep Wood Burning Fire Pit, and it comes with a screen cover.
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Season: 3
Episode: 132
Episode Title: 15 Common Home Remodeling Mistakes You Want To Avoid
Episode Summary:
If you are aware of these 15 common mistakes you are well on your way to a successful project. Plus the tip of the week and the Jeopardy question of the week
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Rechargeable LED Bulb
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Season: 3
Episode: 131
Episode Title: Burning Wood Do’s and Don’ts inside or Outside
Episode Summary:
Contractor John Talks about types of wood to burn in your firepit or fireplace and what types not to burn. Plus the listener call of the week, ,the tip of the week and the Jeopardy question of the week
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Season: 3
Episode: 130
Episode Title: September Home Maintenance Checklist
Episode Summary:
Contractor John leads you through the September Home Maintenance Checklist and talks about the Real estate industry new that was released in the last few weeks. Plus Tip of the week and the Jeopardy answer of the week
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Season: 3
Episode: 129
Episode Title: Kitchen Counter Top Choices for Your Kitchen Remodel or Update
Episode Summary:
Contractor John looks at all the choices you have as far as connter tops go for your kitchen. Plus regular segments Tip of the week to ya, and the Jeopardy fact of the week.
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Season: 3
Episode: 128
Episode Title: 11 Timeless Tips for Your Kitchen Remodel or Makeover
Episode Summary:
Contractor John has 11 great timeless tips to help you in your kitchen project no matter what size. Plus regular segments Tip of the week to ya, and the Jeopardy fact of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Electrical Receptacle with USB ports
Charging PD
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Season: 3
Episode: 127
Episode Title: 7 JUMBO Tips for Buying an Entry Door
Episode Summary:
Time to buy as new front door? Where to start? Contractor John has 7 great tips to help you select and purchase an entry door.Plus regular segments Tip of the week to ya, and the Jeopardy fact of the week.
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Season: 3
Episode: 125
Episode Title: Drip Proof Outdoor Decking, Trex Outdoor Patio Structure, Shower Shelves and Permanent Outdoor Lighting For Your Home
Episode Summary:
Enjoy the buffet as Contractor John talks about some new products like Drip Proof Outdoor Decking, Trex Outdoor Patio Structure, Shower Shelves and Permanent Outdoor Lighting For Your Home. We also answer a couple listener questions. Plus regular segments Tip of the week to ya, and the Jeopardy fact of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Quickrete Fast Setting Concrete Video
DuxxBak No Drip Through Decking
Trex Outdoor Patio Structures
Schluter Systems Shower Shelves
Oleo Permanent Outdoor Lighting
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Season: 3
Episode: 125
Episode Title: August Home Maintenance Checklist & Is It Time To Switch Over To LED Bulbs
Episode Summary:
Contractor John goes through the August Home Maintenance Checklist and we dive into how to figure the Savings by switching to LED bulbs throughout your home. Plus regular segments Tip of the week to ya, Jeopardy fact of the week and the Listener Call Of The Week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Furnace Filters
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Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
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Season: 3
Episode: 124
Episode Title: Tips On How To Find More Storage Space In Your Home
Episode Summary:
Contractor John Shares creative tips on how to find more storage space in your home. Plus we are going top be diving into lumber prices and what effect it has on the current home market. Regular segments Tip of the week to ya, Jeopardy fact of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Metal Shelf Brackets 10” x 12”
Long ¼” Drill Bit
Long Phillips Screwdriver Bit
Drywall Screws
Flat Washers
Plastic Anchors For Brick or Concrete
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Season: 3
Episode: 123
Episode Title: Tips On How To Keep Your Home Safe While You’re Away
Episode Summary:
Contractor John Shares Tips to keep your home safe while you are on vacation for a few days or weeks. Regular segments Tip of the week to ya, Jeopardy fact of the week and the Listener call of the week.
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Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
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Season: 3
Episode: 122
Episode Title: How To Change an Outlet, A Switch, A light Fixture and How To Make Sure The Power Is Off
Episode Summary:
It can be a tough decision rsather to DIY a small electrical task or call the professional. Contracto Joghn breaks it down for you and makes the blurry line a bit clearer
Resources mentioned in this episode:
All About Electrical Boxes and Parts
Contactless Electrical Tester
Typical Probe Electrical Tester
Wiring a single pole switch
Wiring a switched outlet
Color Code Wiring Chart
White+ Neutral
Green= Ground
Black, Blue, Red, Purple = Hot
Orange, Yellow = Switch Legs
Brown = Travelers for 3 or 4 way switches
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Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
We are no longer partnering with the Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
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Season: 3
Episode: 121
Episode Title: All About Drills, Drill Bits and a Kool Tool Recommendation
Episode Summary:
A drill is probably the most used power tool in your DIY arsenal. Contractor John will talk about drilling and types of drill bits and a Kool Tool that you all should have, along with the Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week to ya…… AND I am giving a book away!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Kool Tool Recommendation “The Black and Decker Workmate”
See Contractor John’s Updated Show Schedule here
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
We are no longer partnering with the Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
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Sponsored by Roy Worley Voice Overs
Season: 3
Episode: 120
Episode Title: July Home Maintenance Checklist, Kool Tools, Menard’s Shopping Secrets
Episode Summary:
It’s that time of the month again. Home maintenance time. Contractor John will walk you through this months checklist. Also a couple Kool Tool recommendations and some double secret Menard’s shopping tips that will save you dollars… What the heck I will through in 1 for Home Depot and Lowe’s too. Also, the regular segments, prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week to ya.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Furnace Filters
Scrub brush for straightening the fins on your a/c condenser unit
DAP concrete and mortar caulk
LED Garage/Attic Light
Husky Tool Tote
DEWALT DCD771C2 20V MAX Lithium-Ion Compact Drill/Driver Kit with DW2166 45-Piece Screwdriving Set
21 Piece Drill Bit Set
Discounted Gift Cards
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Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 119
Episode Title: Energy Vampires in the Kitchen and Robot Vacuums?
Episode Summary:
As inflation continues to climb we have to look at, and in a lot of different areas to save those precious dollars. Contractor John will continue talking about saving money by eliminating those energy vampires, and take a look at robot vacuums and do they save us money in the long run? Also, the regular segments, listener call of the week, prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, What they said, and the tip of the week to ya.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Electrical use meter, to know if you have an energy vampire in your midst.
See Contractor John’s Updated Show Schedule here
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 118
Episode Title: Saving Money With Grocery and Gas Apps
Episode Summary:
The price of Food is one of the things that is just out of hand along with gas. Contractor John will continue talking about saving money with Grocery apps and also introduce some general gas saving suggestions and worthwhile gas apps to help you save money. Also, the regular segments, listener call of the week, prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week to ya.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Money Saving Gas Apps
GasBuddy
Gas Guru
Waze
AAA TripTik Travel Planner
MapQuest
GetUpside
Fuelio
Shell Fuel Rewards
Speedy Rewards
See Contractor John’s Updated Show Schedule here
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
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Season: 3
Episode: 117
Episode Title: How To Save Money On Groceries; Next Week Money Saving Grocery Apps
Episode Summary:
The price of Food is one of the things that is just out of hand. Contractor John will go over some money saving tips on how to save money when buying groceries. Also, the regular segments, prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week to ya.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Pay with a grocery rewards card
You can use a generic type cash back card like the Citi Double Cash Card and get 2% cash back.
Blue Cash Preferred Card from American Express (6% cash back on up to $6,000 per year in purchases, then 1%) Terms apply.
- American Express Gold Card (4X Membership Rewards up to $25,000 per calendar year
- Best for online grocery shopping:(5% cash back at Amazon.com and Whole Foods Market)
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PenFed Platinum Rewards Visa Signature Card(3X points on supermarket purchases)
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Sign up for the loyalty program
- A time honored tradition, coupon clipping
- Join a wholesale club
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Grocery Rules:
Always go alone to the grocery store alone
Always go on a full stomach -
Always make a list and stick to it
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Plan your meals for the entire week ahead of time.
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Buy items on sale
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Check for heavily discounted meat products.
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Cut out expensive ingredients from recipes.
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Avoid pre-packaged items.
- Use your leftovers.
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Buy your favorite items in a larger size.
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Roasted chicken is one of the very few meals that often costs more to make at home.
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Bring your own bag
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Be sure to read your receipt.
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Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 116
Episode Title: June Home Maintenance Checklist; A Smart Table Saw?
Episode Summary:
Contractor John will be walking you through the June Home Maintenane Checklist and then switch gears to talk about Saw Stop’s flesh sensing technology. Also, the regular segments, prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week to ya, and a new segment called “What They Said”
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Dryer Pipe Cleaning Brush Kit
See Contractor John’s Updated Show Schedule here
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
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Season: 3
Episode: 115
Episode Title: JULIE, Call 811 Before You Dig, and Frost Lines and Post Holes
Episode Summary:
Who ya gonna call Ghostbusters?? No, You call 811 before you dig. Contractor John explains the nationwide utility locating service and its FREE. Also, the regular segments, prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week to ya, and a new segment called “What They Said”
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Find Your Local Arm For 811
Regional Frost Lines in the U.S.
National Weather Service Actual Frost Information
Flag Colors
For marking utilities
Yellow | Gas, Oil, Steam
Red | Electric
Blue | Water
Green | Sewer
Orange | Communications (Telephone, Cable, Fiber Optic)
Pink | Temporary Survey Markings
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Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
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Season: 3
Episode: 114
Episode Title: All About Thermostats; The Brain of Your HVAC System
Episode Summary:
Contractor John walks you through a discussion about your home thermostat and how installing a Smart Thermostat will help you save money.
Also, the regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week to ya.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
5 Wire Thermostat Wiring (Any HVAC Device – Air Conditioners, Heat Pumps, Furnaces, etc.)
- Red wire for power (24V).
- White wire for heating (connected to W or W1 terminal).
- Green wire for fans.
- Blue or yellow wire for cooling (connected to Y).
- Black wire for “C” or “Common” wire.
Consumer Reports The Best Smart Thermostats of 2022
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Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
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Contractor John
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Season: 3
Episode: 113
Episode Title: Video Doorbells and a Little Known Secret
Episode Summary:
Contractor John helps you keep your family safe with an episode abput video doorbells, including a little known secret about video doorbells.
Also, the regular segments, listener call of the week, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week to ya.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Ring Doorbell Buyers Guide
See Contractor John’s Updated Show Schedule here
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
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Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 112
Episode Title: The May Home Maintenance Checklist
Episode Summary:
It is that time, time for our monthly home maintenance checklist. Contractor John helps you keep a handle on those maintenance tasks around your home.
Also, the regular segments, listener call of the week, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week to ya.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Episode 21 Keeping Varmits and Drafts Out Of our Home
Furnace Filters CHECK THE SIZE FILTER YOU NEED
See Contractor John’s Updated Show Schedule here
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
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Contractor John
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Support the show (http://paypal.me/contractorjohn)
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 111
Episode Title: The Role Sewers Can Play in a Basement Flood
Episode Summary:
Contractor John adds on to the episode of last week all about battery back up sump pumps, to add the other possible cause of a basement flood, the role sewers can play in a basement flood.
Also, the regular segments, listener call of the week, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week to ya.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Updated Show Schedule here
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 110
Episode Title: All About Battery Back Up Sump Pumps
Episode Summary:
Contractor John adds on to the episode of a couple weeks ago All About Sump Pumps with a new episode all about battery back up sump pumps.
Also, the regular segments, listener call of the week, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week to ya.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Energy Star Insulation Zones
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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Support the show (http://paypal.me/contractorjohn)
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 109
Episode Title:
Episode Summary:
Contractor John welcomes guest Roy Worley to talk all about planting spring flowers. From prepping the soil to composting tips we cover it all.
Also, the regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week to ya.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 108
Episode Title: All About Sump Pumps
Episode Summary:
Tis the rainy time of year for a lot of us. Contractor John talks all about sump pumps. How to size and select them, plus much more!
Also, the regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week to ya.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Proper Sump Pump Discharge
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 107
Episode Title: April Home Maintenance Checklist
Episode Summary:
Contractor John Walks you through the April Home Maintenance checklist.
Also, the regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Furnace filters
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 106
Episode Title: An Honest Conversation About Supply Chain and Inflation Issues with Guest Peter Gloodt
Episode Summary:
Contractor John welcomes Commercial Real Estate appraiser, analyst, and consultant, Peter Gloodt, to the show to bring some understanding to the supply chain and inflation issues we are having.
Also, the regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
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Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 105
Episode Title: Preparing For Storms, Keeping Your Family Safe
Episode Summary:
Contractor John walks The preparation process for keeping your family safe during a severe storm.
Also, the regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, the call of the week, and the tip of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Contour Guage
Oscillating Tool
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 104
Episode Title: March Home Maintenance Checklist
Episode Summary:
Contractor John walks you through the Home Maintenance checklist for March.
Also, the regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, the call of the week, and the tip of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
How To Install A Watchdog Battery Backup Sump Pump
How to Use A Ramset Gun
How To Properly Install A Sump Pump Discharge
Buy Your Furnace Filters Here
Cutting & Charcuterie Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
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Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 103
Episode Title: All About Drywall and Taping part 2 of 2
Episode Summary:
Learn all about drywall from Contractor John in part 2 of 2. Also, the regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, The call of the week, and the tip of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Contractor John’ YouTube Channel video “ How to patch Drywall”
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 102
Episode Title: All About Drywall and Taping part 1 of 2
Episode Summary:
Learn all about drywall from Contractor John in part 1 of 2. Also, the regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, The call of the week, and the tip of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Contractor John’ YouTube Channel video “ How to patch Drywall”
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 101
Episode Title: Looking For Trouble In Your Home!
Episode Summary:
Join Contractor John as he teaches you how to fish. Learn the process to look for trouble in your home.
Also, the regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 100
Episode Title: February Home Maintenance Checklist and 100th Episode!
Episode Summary:
Join Contractor John as we celebrate the 100th Episode of the DIY House Medic Podcast. In this episode we take on our monthly episode, the February Home Maintenance Checklist. Also, the regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Caulking Tools, Perfect job every time!
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 99
Episode Title: 21 Unconventional Cleaning Tips and Tricks
Episode Summary:
Did you know you can use Coke, WD-40 and other things around the house as cleaners? Contractor John digs into his tips and tricks bag for you this week and brings you 21 Unconventional Cleaning Tips and Tricks. Also, regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 98
Episode Title: Creating a Homeowners Binder
Episode Summary:
Contractor John goes adds an addendum to the January Home Maintenance checklist, with this episode on how to create a homeowner’s binder. Also, when is a street NOT a street? When it is a road or avenue.... Contractor explains the difference. Also, regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Video showing the difference between streets and roads, etc.
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 97
Episode Title: The Emotional Roller Coaster of a Remodeling Project
Episode Summary:
Contractor John talks about the expected emotional ups and downs you will experience during a remodeling of building project. Also, regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, and the tip of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Cost vs Value Report
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 3
Episode: 96
Episode Title: January Home Maintenance Checklist
Episode Summary:
Contractor John goes through his January Home Maintenance checklist with all of you. Also regular segments, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, tip of the week, and the listener call of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
All about furnace filters video
Buy furnace filters
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 95
Episode Title: All About Door Locks and Bonus Installation Tips
Episode Summary:
Contractor John Talks about interior and exterior door locks, and shares some installation tips.
Listen for the FREE shipping code when you purchase my book the Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers. Also, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, tip of the week, and the listener call of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Listen to Christmas Services online at
Parkview Christian Church
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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Contractor John and Mrs. Contractor Sue read a Christmas story for the whole family to enjoy.
Contractor John and Mrs. Contractor Sue read a Christmas story for the whole family to enjoy.
Contractor John and Mrs. Contractor Sue read a Christmas story for the whole family to enjoy.
Contractor John and Mrs. Contractor Sue read a Christmas story for the whole family to enjoy.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 89
Episode Title: Should You Hire A Professional To Remodel Or DIY
Episode Summary:
There are more than a few things that go into the decision to DIY it or hire a pro. Contractor John helps you break down the decision
Listen for the FREE shipping code when you purchase my book the Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers, and if you catch the secret word, you could win a copy of my book. Also, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Listen to Christmas Services online at
Parkview Christian Church
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 88
Episode Title: All about paint Primers and Sealers
Episode Summary:
Contractor John talks about paint primers and sealers. The differences and when to use which.
Listen for the FREE shipping code when you purchase my book the Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers, and if you catch the secret word, you could win a copy of my book. Also, the tip of the week to ya, and the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Listen to Christmas Services online at
Parkview Christian Church
Remodeling Magazines Cost vs Value Report
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
See some of Contractor John’s creations here
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 87
Episode Title:
Episode Summary:
Contractor John shares some of his top tool selections for Christmas Gifts.
Listen for the FREE shipping code when you purchase my book the Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers, and if you catch the secret word, you could win a copy of my book. Also, the tip of the week to ya, and the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Christmas Gift recommendations
Dewalt Drill/Driver
Milwaukee Drill Bit Set
DeWalt Hole Saw Kit
Husky Tool Tote
Klein Screwdriver Set
Channel Lock Set
Lineman Pliers
205 Piece Socket/Wrench Combo Set
Plumb Hammer
Stanley Fat Max Tape Measure
Craftsman 24” Level
Contour Duplicating Tool
Werner 4’ Ladder
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 86
Episode Title: December Home Maintenance Checklist
Episode Summary:
It is that time again. I little early for December but it is a busy month. Home maintenance list for December is on tap today. Don’t put it off because it is a busy month. Get it done early and you will feel better and keep your family safer.
Listen for the FREE shipping code when you purchase my book the Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers, and if you catch the secret word, you could win a copy of my book. Also, the listener call of the week, dealing with a siding repair, the tip of the week to ya, and the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
How a Sink Trap Works Video
Purchase Furnace Filters (Check Your Size)
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Workshop Safety
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 85
Episode Title: Silencing Those Squeaky Floors
Episode Summary:
Everyone has experienced squeaking floors, and there are many fixes for them, but none better than the technique Contractor John shares with you today.
Listen for your FREE shipping code my book the Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers, and if you catch the secret word, you could win a copy of my book. Also, the listener call of the week, dealing with a siding repair, the tip of the week to ya, and the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Workshop Safety
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 84
Episode Title: Profit and Overhead Revealed; Anatomy of A Proposal
Episode Summary:
Contractor John breaks down your remodeling proposal explaining what a fair profit is and what exactly is business overhead.
Listen for your FREE shipping code. goes over the November Home Maintenance Checklist. Also, the tip of the week to ya, and the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Remodeling Magazine Cost vs. Value Report
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Workshop Safety
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 83
Episode Title: November Home Maintenance Checklist
Episode Summary:
Contractor John goes over the November Home Maintenance Checklist. You can get a free copy from ContractorJohn.com Also, the tip of the week to ya, the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week, Listener call of the week and a new segment the must have “KOOL TOOL”!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Furnace filters
http://www.filtertime.com
http://uline.com
http://amazon.com
Tools
Basin Wrench
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Workshop Safety
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 82
Episode Title: In The Trenches Bathroom Remodel with Homeowners Jennifer and Todd
Episode Summary:
Contractor John talks with homeowners Jennifer and Todd, who have just completed a DIY Bathroom remodel in their home. They are going to share the good the bad and the ugly. Also, the tip of the week to ya and the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Workshop Safety
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 81
Episode Title: Choosing Paint Colors for Your Home with Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt
Episode Summary:
Contractor John Brings Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt back to talk about colors in your home and how to make choosing them easier. Also, the tip of the week to ya and the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Workshop Safety
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 80
Episode Title: The Building Code, The What and The Why
Episode Summary:
Contractor John tags off the building inspector episode a few weeks ago and gives the listeners a a crash course in building codes. We answer the listener call of the week about remodeling and asbestos. Also, the tip of the week to ya and the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Workshop Safety
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
Season: 2
Episode: 79
Episode Title: October Home Maintenance Checklist
Episode Summary:
Contractor John walks with you through your October Home Maintenance Checklist, offering some additional information. We answer the listener call of the week about home alarm systems. Also, the tip of the week to ya and the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Workshop Safety
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Furnace Filters From Amazon
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 78
Episode Title: Building Inspectors, Who They Are and What Do They Do?
Episode Summary:
Contractor John breaks down the duties of building inspectors in this episode. We answer the listener call of the week about adding a bathroom in the basement. Also, the tip of the week to ya and the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Workshop Safety
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
General Building Inspections order
- Footings and Setbacks
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Foundation/Box
- Spot Survey
- Drain Tile
- Damp Proofing Foundation
- Foundation Insulation
- Backfill
-
Underground
-
Plumbing
-
- Heating
-
- Electrical
- Pre Pour concrete floors
- Water and Sewer/Septic
- Rough Inspections
- FramingCarpentry
- Masonry
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- HVAC
- Insulation
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Final
-
Carpentry
-
- Masonry
-
- Electrical
-
- Plumbing
-
- HVAC
- Exterior Grading
- Exterior Flatwork
- Landscaping
- Final Survey
After you pass all inspections a CO will be issued
- Building Final Certificate of Occupancy (C/O) Inspection
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 77
Episode Title: 22 Tips To Get Your Home Ready for Winter, even if you don’t have snow!
Episode Summary:
Contractor John simplifies helps you get you home ready for the upcoming season change with 22 tips. We answer the listener call of the week about rattling dishes. Also, the tip of the week to ya and the prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
22 Tips To get your home ready for winter
1.Store patio furniture.
2.Winterize your BBQ grill2. Bring in plants.
3.Drain and store garden hoses.
4. Check gutters and downspouts.
5. Prep your fireplace.
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Touch up paint on any bare wood, and also touch up any metal railings.
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Check caulk on windows and doors as well as any penetrations into the house
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Inspect weatherstripping on house and garage doors.
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Stock up on salt or other ice melting products.
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Trim back bushes and trees from the house and roof.
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Store Garden tools and get the snow shovels and snowblower ready for action.
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Time to change to snow tires, so call and schedule an appointment.
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If you use heat tapes check that they are in place and operating.
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Make arrangements to have your snow shoveled from sidewalks and or have your driveway plowed.
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Do not cover your a/c unit.
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Fertilize your lawn with a winter guard type of product
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Take a good look at your roof especially at intersections and flashings.
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Get your bird feeders out and fill them up.
19. Check smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and fire extinguishers.
20. Clean humidifier.
21. Wash all of your linens.
22. Switch the direction of your ceiling fans. If you do not use your ceiling fans in the summertime
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
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DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 76
Episode Title: All About Whole House Fans and Attic Fans
Episode Summary:
Contractor John simplifies the sometimes consion between whole house fans and attic fans and what part they play in a healthy home. Also, the tip of the week to ya and prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Workshop Safety
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 75
Episode Title: September home maintenance checklist
Episode Summary:
Download a free yearly home maintenance checklist at http://ContractorJohn.com. Contractor John goes over the list for September.
The listener of the weeks question, along with the tip of the week to ya and prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Workshop Safety
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 74
Episode Title: Freshen Up a Room on a Budget w/ Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt
Episode Summary:
Join Contractor John and Interior Decorator guest Rose Schmidt for a discussion about how to freshen up a room on a budget and what window treatments are in.
Also, the tip of the week to ya and prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Contactor Interior Decorator Rose Schmidt at Rosie5758@gmail.com
Here are some resources to purchase blinds.
Hunter Douglas
Graber Blinds
Horizon Shades
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Workshop Safety
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 73
Episode Title: Bathroom Design Trends for 2021 and 2022 part 2 of 2
Episode Summary:
Join Contractor John for a 2 part discussion about bathroom design trends for 2021 and 2022. What is hot and what is not!
Also the tip of the week to ya and prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week! Plus we are giving away a cop of Contractor Johns book the Dimension Bible. Tune in for a chance to win!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
What
What is in that pallet wood? Find out here.
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 72
Episode Title: Bathroom Design Trends for 2021 and 2022 part 1 of 2
Episode Summary:
Join Contractor John for a 2 part discussion about bathroom design trends for 2021 and 2022. What is hot and what is not!
Also the tip of the week to ya and prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week! Plus we are giving away a cop of Contractor Johns book the Dimension Bible. Tune in for a chance to win!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
See Contractor John’s Show Schedule here
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
What
What is in that pallet wood? Find out here.
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
The Painted Tree Boutique/Makers Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 71
Episode Title: Listener Questions,, Waiting on Hot Water, Cleaning Your Chimney, Drywall Hole Repair, and more!
Episode Summary:
This week’s episode is a pot luck of listener questions. Also the tip of the week to ya and prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 70
Episode Title: 10 Tips To Childproof Your Home
Episode Summary:
10 tips for adding child safety features to your home for Parents and Grandparents. Add to that the listener question of the week and prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Dewalt 20 volt Drill/Driver
Drill bit set
Husky Tool Caddie]
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 69
Episode Title: All About Paint Finishes
Episode Summary:
Which paint finish to use and where is it best used in like buying ham at the deli. Contractor John tries to bring some understanding to this often confusing subject. Add to that the listener question of the week and prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers (Coupon Code EP64)
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
Season: 2
Episode: 68
Episode Title: Flipping Houses 101 part 2 of 2
Episode Summary:
Contractor John shares basic but critical information you will need if you plan on flipping houses. In fact, if you are remodeling at all you will gain valuable information from this 2 part episode. Add to that the listener question of the week and prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers (Coupon Code EP64)
Recessed Dryer Box (make sure you select the correct wall size)
https://realestateinvesting.com/
and
https://www.fortunebuilders.com/
Spreadsheets for tracking costs
https://www.houseflippingspreadsheet.com/
http://smartsheet.com
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
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Season: 2
Episode: 67
Episode Title: Flipping Houses 101 part 1 of 2
Episode Summary:
Contractor John shares basic but critical information you will need if you plan on flipping houses. In fact, if you are remodeling at all you will gain valuable information from this 2 part episode. Add to that the listener question of the week and prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers (Coupon Code EP64)
Recessed Dryer Box (make sure you select the correct wall size)
https://realestateinvesting.com/
and
https://www.fortunebuilders.com/
Spreadsheets for tracking costs
https://www.houseflippingspreadsheet.com/
http://smartsheet.com
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
Ask questions, post comments at the Contractor John/DIY House Medic Facebook Page
Visit the Contractor John website and receive a free monthly Home Maintenance Checklist for following
Contractor John
Visit the Contractor John YouTube Channel and please Subscribe to my channel.
DIY House Medic Podcast Show Notes
Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 66
Episode Title: 9 Common Home Repairs Made Easy
Episode Summary:
Contractor John shares tips and trick to turn 9 common home repair projects into a much easier task. Included are links to several how to videos from the Contractor John Youtube Channel to help guide you along.
... and a look at lumber prices and the housing market
Add to that the listener of the week question and prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers (Coupon Code EP64)
- Patching a hole in drywall
a. https://youtu.be/SPXJvtVVr5U
- Replace toilet tank parts
a. https://youtu.be/FngJ4tRO4g4
- Change cartridge in a faucet
a. https://youtu.be/FqzpRE-MmEo
b. Change a stuck Cartridge in a shower valve
c. https://youtu.be/I6nCBKjSwpk
- Change furnace filter
a. https://youtu.be/I4LTzcTbUss
- Utility Shutoffs
a. https://youtu.be/8tC0z0oaAvM
- Wood Screw hole too big
a. We all have had this happen. The wood screw strips out of the hole and whatever it was holding well it ain’t working no more. Little trick is to drill out the hole and insert some wood glue and a wooden dowel rod flush with the face. Let it dry and then drill a new pilot hole and insert your screw... good as new!
- Towel bar keeps falling off the wall
a. https://youtu.be/TwF96c-5Wt4
- How to install window blinds
a. https://youtu.be/co2GMMgx6go
- Garbage disposal not running
a. https://youtu.be/OFsohUPFfIU
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
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Season: 2
Episode: 65
Episode Title: Remodeling Trends for 2021 and Beyond
Episode Summary:
Where are the look and feel of homes headed in 2021. In this episode we will look into the trending rooms, functions, colors, flooring, and more. Add to that the listener of the week question and prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers (Coupon Code EP64)
Trending Colors for 2021
- Accessible Beige – Sherwin Williams
- Revere Pewter- Benjamin Moore
- Muted Sage – Behr
- Onyx – Benjamin Moore
- Urban Bronze – Sherwin Williams
- Pastoral – Behr
- Dard Hunter Green – Sherwin Williams
- Sage – Sherwin Williams
- Green Earth – Sherwin Williams
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
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Season: 2
Episode: 64
Episode Title: 12 Resources Every Homeowner Should Have
Episode Summary:
When you are working around the house you often need to know what to do and where to go to find something to make the outcome of your project the best it can be. Contractor John will share with you 12 Resources to keep at your fingertips.
Plus the listener of the week question and prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers (Coupon Code EP64)
Uline
Blane Hardware for Windows and Doors
Faucet Parts Plus
Appliance Parts
Tool Parts & Parts Tree
FreeCycle & Craigslist
Department of Energy
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
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Season: 2
Episode: 63
Episode Title: 20 Tips to Make Your Small Bathroom Look and Feel Larger
Episode Summary:
In this weeks episode Contractor John reveals tips and tricks to make your Bathroom appear and in some cases really be larger
Plus prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Olympic Color Visualizer
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
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Season: 2
Episode: 62
Episode Title: Using a Power Washer to Clean; Your House, Your Deck, Patio, House or whatever.....
Episode Summary:
Tagging off last weeks episode, 11 quick curb appeal projects you can do in a weekend, how about cleaning the house with a power washer? Today’s episode is
Using a Power Washer to Clean; Your House, Your Deck, Patio, House or whatever.....
I will walk you through how a pressure washer works and how to use it for various tasks around the house. Plus prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week and the caller of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Olympic Color Visualizer
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
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Season: 2
Episode: 61
Episode Title: 11 quick curb appeal Projects You Can Do In A Weekend
Episode Summary:
Rather you are sprucing the house up to sell or you just want a nicer appearing home, these 11 curb appeal projects are what you need. Quick, easy and inexpensive is the name of this game. Plus prepping for Jeopardy fun fact of the week and the caller of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
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Season: 2
Episode: 60
Episode Title: How To Save Energy in Your Home Part 4; Walls, Floors and Ceilings
Episode Summary:
Save some energy and save some money. In Part 4 of this 4-part series Contractor John will share with you energy saving information regarding how to tighten the envelope by insulating insulation in the walls, floors and ceilings. Plus prepping for Jeopardy fact of the week!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
Contractor John Video “How to Turn Off Water and Gas in Your Home”
Energy Star website https://www.energystar.gov/
National Fenestration Council http://www.nfrc.org
Environmental Protection Agency https://www.epa.gov/
Payback Formula: Total Amount (investment) spent/savings per year= time in years until you receive your investment back
R-zone map: https://www.energystar.gov/campaign/seal_insulate/identify_problems_you_want_fix/diy_checks_inspections/insulation_r_values
Plastic caps for mounting foam panels to concrete foundation walls https://www.amazon.com/Plastic-Masonry-Fastener-250-pcs/dp/B00IMG3L4G/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=plastic+anchors+for+rigid+insulation+to+concrete&qid=1622171845&sr=8-4
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Season: 2
Episode: 59
Episode Title: How To Save Energy in Your Home Part 3 All About Doors
Episode Summary:
Save some energy and save some money. In Part 3 of this 4 part series Contractor John will share with you energy saving information regarding entry doors along with tips and tricks that you can use to save energy dollars. Plus the listener of the week question and prepping for Jeopardy!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
Contractor John Video “How to Turn Off Water and Gas in Your Home”
Energy Star website https://www.energystar.gov/
National Fenestration Council http://www.nfrc.org
Environmental Protection Agency https://www.epa.gov/
Therma-Tru https://www.thermatru.com/
Therma-Tru Tax Credit https://thermatru.widen.net/s/8j9vf2sjrz/21_flyer_energystar_taxcredit
U-Value …..for windows fall between 0.00 and 2.00 The lower the U-value, the better.
R-Value….. for steel doors R-5, to R-6 excluding a
R-Value….. for Wood Doors R-2.17
R-Value for Fiberglass doors R-10 to R-12
AL…. Air Leakage ratings between 0.1 – 0.3. Lower is better.
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Season: 2
Episode: 58
Episode Title: How To Save Energy in Your Home Part 2 All About Windows
Episode Summary:
Save some energy and save some money. In Part 2 of this 4 part series Contractor John will share with you energy saving information along with tips and tricks that you can use to save energy dollars. Plus the listener of the week question and prepping for Jeopardy!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
Energy Star website https://www.energystar.gov/
National Fenestration Council http://www.nfrc.org
U-Value …..for windows fall between 0.20 and 1.20. The lower the U-value, the better.
R-Value….. for windows R-5, but R-7 is more the standard. The higher the better
SHGC….. solar heat gain coefficient. On a scale from 0 to 1 good range of 0.40 to 0.60 during winter and below .40 in the summer.
VT…..Visible transmittance is expressed as a number between 0 and 1. The higher the VT, the more light is transmitted. Best VT values between 0.30 and 0.70.
AL…. Air Leakage ratings between 0.1 – 0.3. Lower is better.
CR…..Condensation Resistance a number between 1 and 100. Lower is better.
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Season: 2
Episode: 57
Episode Title: How To Save Energy in Your Home Part 1
Episode Summary:
Save some energy and save some money. In this 4 part series Contractor John will share with you energy saving tips and tricks that you can use to save energy dollars. Plus the listener of the week question and prepping for Jeopardy!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
Energy Star website https://www.energystar.gov/
Energy Star Yardstick program:
https://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?fuseaction=home_energy_yardstick.showgetstarted
Energy Star Home Advisor program
https://www.energystar.gov/campaign/home
Energy Star Partner
RESNET (Residential Energy Services Network)
https://www.resnet.us/
More of a referral network.
Andersen Windows
https://www.andersenwindows.com/taxcredit/
Federal Income Tax Credits and Other Incentives for Energy Efficiency https://www.energystar.gov/about/federal_tax_credits
You will have to claim the credit using the form below and submitting it with your tax returns to the IRS.
- Form 5695 Instructions: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i5695.pdf
- Form 5695: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f5695.pdf
If you have other questions, please contact the IRS:
- www.irs.gov/contact
- 1-800-829-1040
In addition to federal tax credits, local rebates and offers may be available in your area. Check the ENERGY STAR Rebate Finder, where you can enter your zip code to find rebates and other offers in your area.
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Season: 2
Episode: 56
Episode Title:
Episode Summary: Smart Electrical Meters Can Save You Money, But Can Smart Appliances, Switches, and Outlets?
Smart meters are being installed throughout the U.S. Smart Appliances are available to purchase, but what are they and how do they save you money. This and listener’s questions are what Contractor John will talk about today.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Safety Glasses
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
Smart Grid Beginners Guide
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Season: 2
Episode: 55
Episode Title: Make Some Money Selling Your Stuff
Episode Summary:
Make Some Money Selling Your Stuff is the subject Contractor John talks about this week. If it is a physical yard or garage sale,, or an online one selling your “stuff” on Ebay, or Craigslist, etc. There are lots of tips here.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Safety Glasses
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
3 French Hens Country Market
Garage Sale Finder
Yard Sale Search
Ebay
Craigslist
Offerup
Mercari
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Season: 2
Episode: 54
Episode Title: Radon, What is it and Should I worry About It?
Episode Summary:
In this week’s episode Contractor John talks about Radon gas in your home. What is radon gas and should you worry about it. Contractor John also talks about radon testing and what a radon mitigation system looks like. Caller question about re-grouting a bathroom is talked about. colors.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Safety Glasses
How a Sink Trap Works Video
Minooka Vintage Faire Facebook Page
United States Radon Map
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Season: 2
Episode: 53
Episode Title: 13 Tips to Sell Your Home Faster and for More Money
Episode Summary:
In this week’s episode Contractor John walks you through 13 tips that will help you sell you home faster and pocket more money. He sets up a orderly process to follow and questions to ask yourself.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Redfin Real Estate Research Website
Dave Ramsey Real Estate Website
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Safety Glasses
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Season: 2
Episode: 52
Episode Title: All About Home Warranties
Episode Summary:
In this week’s episode Contractor John talks about Home Warranties. WhAt is the difference between a warranty and a guarantee. Also we dive into yjt punch list process and warranty claims. Check out the list of Home Warranty companies rated the top by Consumer Affairs.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
According to Consumers Affairs here are the top 6 Home Warranty companies
- American Home Shield: Our favorite pick
- Select Home Warranty: Our pick for service coverage
- HomeServe: Our pick for value
- Liberty Home Guard: Our pick for customizable plans
- OneGuard Home Warranties: Our pick for easy claims process
- America's 1st Choice Home Club: Our pick for customer service
- Cinch Home Services: Our pick for service guarantee
First Aid Kit
Clotting Cloth
Safety Glasses
Escape From Duct Tape Video
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Season: 2
Episode: 51
Title: Colors and How They Make Us Feel
Episode Summary: In this week’s episode Contractor John talks about colors. What are primary colors, secondary and tertiary colors, and what is the deal with hues and saturation? How do colors make us feel? Tune in to find out the answers to these questions and more.
Let’s take a look at some colors and the emotions they awaken in us.
RED | Positive Emotions | Negative Emotions
| Strength, either physical or masculinity | Defiance
| Warmth | Aggression
| Courage | Strain
| Fire and Blood, associated with energy | War or battle
| Passion, desire, love |
BLUE | Positive Emotions | Negative Emotions
| Depth and Stability | Lack of Emotion as in feeling blue
| Wisdom | Unfriendliness
| Calmness | Coldness
| Coolness |
| Intelligence |
YELLOW | Positive Emotions | Negative Emotions
| Joy | Fear or being a coward. He has a yellow streak
| Intellect | Emotional instability
| Emotional Strength | Depression
| Happiness |
| Optimistic |
GREEN | Positive Emotions | Negative Emotions
| Living, Growing | Boring
| Balance | Stagnant
| Harmony | Bland
| Fertility |
| Freshness |
Purple | Positive Emotions | Negative Emotions
| Royalty | Suppression
| Vision | Decadence
| Spirituality | Introversion
| Luxury | Superiority
| Ambition |
Orange | Positive Emotions | Negative Emotions
| Food | Frustration
| Warmth | Immaturity
| Comfort, physical not emotional | Frivolous
| Joy |
Pink | Positive Emotions | Negative Emotions
| Love | Weak physically
| Nurture | Inhibition
| Feminine | Physically draining
WHITE | Positive Emotions | Negative Emotions
| Purity | Cold
| Cleanliness | Sterile
| Faith | Unfriendliness
| God | Boring
| Efficient |
BLACK | Positive Emotions | Negative Emotions
| Substance | Death
| Glamour | Evil
| Stability | Oppression
| Security | Heaviness
| | Mystery
GREY | Positive Emotions | Negative Emotions
| Neutral | Depression
| | Lack of Energy
| | Lackluster
| | Lack of Confidence
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Questions? Call in Number 872-240-2909
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
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Season: 2
Episode: 50
Episode Title: Is Your Home Full of Clutter? Use This Plan to Eliminate it.
Episode Summary:
In this week’s episode Contractor John develops a plan to remove the existing clutter from your home. Put this plan in action along with last week’s tips to stop adding clutter and you have it all covered!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Scotts Lawn Care
Use This Plan to Eliminate Existing Clutter from Your Home
Step 1 to achieving a particular result is to establish a goal.
Step 2 is to develop a plan to get there.
Write down all the rooms or areas with clutter you want to tackle.
- Grade each space based on the severity of the clutter to help you prioritize your time. For example, on a scale of 1-3. 3 being the most cluttered.
- Tackle one room or one space at a time.
- Set completion dates for each part of your cleanup, making sure to set timelines that are attainable, so you don’t derail yourself.
- Plan out times to work on specific areas when you expect decluttering to take longer than a few hours, such as the basement or garage.
You will need to set up a system for sorting items.
You can create your own method or use the popular Three-Box Method. The Three-Box Method forces you to decide item-by-item and avoid making a bigger mess than the one you started with.
Gather three boxes or storage bins and label them as “Keep,” “Get Rid Of,” and “Put In Storage.” Use this guideline to help sort your items:
Keep: Things you use in your daily life
Empty this box after you complete each space, putting items in their newly designated home.
Get Rid Of: Things you no longer have use for
Options for Get rid of
· Throw it in the garbage.
· Recycle it
· Donate it
· Garage sale
Put in Storage: Seasonal or sentimental items
Prepare your mind for this process. Here are a few tips to help wrap your head around or get your head in the de-cluttering game.
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Follow the 80/20 Rule (80% of the results come from 20% of the effort)
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Check if the Item Works
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Think of the Last Time You Needed It
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Ask Yourself do I really love this
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Start with small projects that yield big results
Depending on the clutter level, it may take you anywhere from an afternoon to a full weekend of work to clear out and a room or area. Slow and steady wins the race.
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Season: 2
Episode: 49
Episode Title: 10 Tips to Stop Adding Clutter to Your Home
Episode Summary:
Contractor John shares 10 tips with you to help you stop adding clutter to your home. Removing clutter in your home relieves overall stress and anxiety in your life.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Ten Tips to Stop Adding Clutter to Your Home
1. Adopt a Minimalism mindset
2. Purge often
3. A place for everything, and everything in its place.
4. Develop and exercise the “Put Away” Muscle
5. Exception to Rule 4……..Junk Drawer
6. Store things where you use them
7. Learn to recognize potential “clutter items”
8. Eliminate paper
9. Realize that life is about experiences, not things
10. If at first you don’t succeed, try try again
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Season: 2
Episode: 48
Episode Title: Creating a Scope of Work & Budget for Your Kitchen Remodel (part 2 of 2)
Episode Summary:
Creating a Scope of Work and Budget are 2 critical pieces in completing any remodel project. Diving into Part 2 today. Plus answer listeners questions and the tip of the week to ya. Check out the show notes for some real life examples.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help List
Example of Scope of work for an electrical subcontractor.
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Price requested for work as outlined below. All material and labor to be included except where specifically outlined below.
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Existing 200 amp electrical panel has room for 6 additional circuits. Panel is located in the basement within 10 ‘ of the kitchen.
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All devices will be white in color
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All necessary bulbs and 2 fixtures will be supplied.
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Staging area for supplies will be North side of garage
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Owner will supply 1 Casablanca ceiling fan/light model XXXX for eating area and 1 Hampton Bay model XXXX flush mount 2’ x2’ fixture for work area
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Exiting floor plan drawing and revised floor plan drawing included
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Owner will obtain building permit
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Electrical contractor must be licensed in the village of _______________. Fee to register is $25. You can do all registration and payment online.
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Job is scheduled to start on May 15th, ready for rough electrical on May 18th
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Electrical trim will be approximately 4 weeks after rough electrical
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Replace all switches with same, except the eating area will have a new Lutron Model #xxxx slide dimmer
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Replace all receptacles with 20 amp/GFCI per code
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Add 1 receptacle opening (with USB plug-ins) over countertop in area to the right of the stove. Does not have to be additional circuit. This will be a charging station for phones.
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Add dedicated circuit under the sink area for hard wired garbage disposal per code
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Add receptacle, isolated circuit. for an over the stove microwave. Exact location will be marked for rough.
This is an example scope of work for the electrician with some specifications that are necessary for him to bid the job completely with the least amount of questions and the possibility for change orders.
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Season: 2
Episode: 47
Episode Title: Creating a Scope of Work and a Budget For Your Kitchen Remodel (part1 of 2)
Episode Summary:
In this episode Contractor John dives deep into what a scope of work is and how it works with the budget in a typical kitchen remodel project. Contractor John also answers a couple listeners questions and the tip of the week to ya segment gives you tips when changing a toilet.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help List
Protective Products
Wallpaper removal scoring tool
Wallpaper scraper
Misting bottle
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Season: 2
Episode: 46
Episode Title: Heat Tapes, Heat Cables and Ice Dams
Episode Summary:
What is the difference between Heat Tapes and Heat Cables? What about those Ice dams and water getting into my house? Contractor Joh n brings clarity to these questions plus answer listeners questions.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
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Season: 2
Episode: 45
Episode Title: Lead Paint Hazards in Your Home (part 2)
Episode Summary:
We continue with Part 2,, Lead Paint Hazards in Your Home. Protective equipment, such as respirators, and HEPA filters. We also discuss potential lead in the plumbing system.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help List
Protective Products
Trim Tex (drywall products)
To find a lead paint testing company
1-888-lead List
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 2
Episode: 44
Episode Title: Lead Paint Hazards in Your Home
Episode Summary:
What are the hazards in lead paint and why should I be worried for my safety? If I have lead paint in my home or discover it in my project what can I do to protect my family and how do I get rid of it are parts of this subject that Contractor John talks about. There are resources available to help. Tune in for the answers to these questions and more.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help List
To find a lead paint testing company
1-888-lead List
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Season: 2
Episode: 43
Episode Title: Roofing Materials: Asphalt to Concrete
Episode Summary:
How to make your home and keep your family safe. Contractor John everything you need to know about roofing materials you can install on your home.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
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Season: 2
Episode: 42
Episode Title: Making Your Home Safe, Part 2
Episode Summary:
How to make your home and keep your family safe. Contractor John covers tornado and hurricane safety, windows and fire escape ladders and developing a family fire safety plan.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
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Season: 2
Episode: 41
Episode Title: Making Your Home Safe, Part 1
Episode Summary:
How to make your home and keep your family safe. Contractor John covers smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and fire extinguishers. Next week we will have Part 2 of of keeping your home safe.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
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Season: 2
Episode: 40
Episode Title: Home Security
Episode Summary:
In this episode Contractor John shares with you information about securing your home. Things you can do on the outside of your home as well as on the inside of your home.
Also, a big announcement from Contractor John. Make sure to tune in!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Smart Plugs for turning your lights on and off
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
DIY House Medic Call in Number 872-240-2909
Call Contractor John with your home repair and remodeling questions and he will answer your question on the next show or on the Contractor John Facebook page.
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Season: 2
Episode: 39
Episode Title: Whole House Generators
Episode Summary:
In this episode Contractor John talks Whole house generators what they are, how they run and how to properly size them. Plus the tip of the week to ya.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting/Serving Boards and Repurposed Furniture; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
How to calculate the size generator you need
To find Watts "Amps*Volts= Watts
To find Amps " Watts /Volts=Amps
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Season: 1
Episode: 38
Episode Title: Twas the Night Before Christmas
Episode Summary:
To celebrate Christmas Contractor John and his wife Sue read “The Story of Baby Jesus” followed by the classic Christmas Story, Twas the Night Before Christmas.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
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Season: 1
Episode: 37
Episode Title: Christmas Story: That’s Good, That’s Bad
Episode Summary:
To celebrate Christmas Contractor John and his wife Sue read this Christmas Story, That’s Good, That’s Bad. Gather your children around to listen to an uplifting and funny Christmas story about Sant’s adventure delivering toys.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
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Season: 1
Episode: 36
Episode Title: Christmas Story: Mooseltoe
Episode Summary:
To celebrate Christmas Contractor John and his wife Sue read this Christmas Story, Mooseltoe. Gather your children around to listen to an uplifting and funny Christmas story about a moose and his efforts to make Christmas the best for his family.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
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Season: 1
Episode: 35
Episode Title: The Christmas Story of Tiny Tim
Episode Summary:
To celebrate Christmas Contractor John and his wife Sue read this Christmas Classic, the Story of Tiny Tim, who was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Crachett who worked for Mr. Scrooge.
Gather your children around to listen to an uplifting Christmas story about 1 little boy changing a man's heart.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
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Season: 1
Episode: 34
Episode Title: Christmas Safety 2020
Episode Summary:
In this episode Contractor John talks about how to foresee electrical overloading of circuits and Christmas Tree safety, care and recycling. Plus a Christmas favorite recipe, Black Forest Cheesecake!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
How to figure electrical amps formula (watts/volts=amps)
Christmas Tree Fire Hazard Video
Black Forest Cheescake
Ingredients
20 OREO cookies (remove the cream center) crushed fine, about 2 cups
(If you are using a larger flatter pan to bake use 3 cups of crumbs and 4 ½ Tablespoons butter)
3 Tablespoons butter (melted)
4 8oz packages Philadelphia Cream Cheese (softened)
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup Breakstones sour cream
6 squares Baker’s semi sweet baking chocolate (melted)
4 eggs
2 to 3 cups COOL WHIP whipped topping
2 cans 21 oz cheery pie filling
PREHEAT oven to 325
1 cheesecake baking pan (spring form)
2 Mix cookies crumbs and butter and press into bottom of baking pan
3 Bake for 10 minutes
Mix
1 Beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
2 Add sour cream and chocolate
3 Add eggs one at a time, mixing on slow speed, until well blended
4 Pour into baking pan over crust
Bake
1 80 minutes (plus or minus) in deep cheesecake pan (9” diameter x 3” deep) until center is almost set. Remove from oven and cool. (if using other pan adjust baking time)
2 Refrigerate at least 4 hours, overnight is best
3 Remove cheesecake from baking pan and place on serving dish
4 Cover entire cheesecake (top and sides) with COOL WHIP
5 Pour pie filling into strainer removing about 1/2 of the syrup (no not crush cherries)
6 Place cherries over the entire top of the cheesecake
ENJOY!
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Season: 1
Episode: 33
Episode Title: How to Select a Lot for Your Home
Episode Summary:
How to correctly select a lot for your home is a critical task. Contractor John outlines what to look for and what to look out for in this episode
This is a companion to the 3 Part Home Building Series
The Art of Building Your Own Home Part 1
The Art of Building Your Own Home Part 2
The Art of Building Your Own Home Part 3
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Kreg Pocket Hole Jig
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Season: 1
Episode: 32
Episode Title: CSI: Construction Site Investigation Part 2
Episode Summary:
This is Part 2 of this CSI series. Part 1 is Episode 31. Home maintenance is a critical part of home ownership. Contractor John walks you through an inspection of your home with an eye towards preventive maintenance. CSI, Construction Site Investigation is the subject Contractor John tackles in today’s episode.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
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Sponsored by Legal Shield
Season: 1
Episode: 31
Episode Title: CSI Construction Site Investigation
Episode Summary:
Home maintenance is a critical part of home ownership. Contractor John walks you through an inspection of your home with an eye towards preventive maintenance. CSI, Construction Site Investigation is the subject Contractor John tackles in today’s episode.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Roy Worley Voice Overs
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Episode Title: The Home Office; A Necessity in Today’s World
Episode Summary:
You are working from home, the kids are e-learning from home, you need a space or spaces that work for all of you. Contractor John talks about the home office or what it has morphed into, in the world today.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (SHOW SPONSOR)
Cutting Boards; Table Saw Creations by Contractor John
Paper Shredder
Rolling file cart
Folding table
Headphones
Roy Worley Voice Overs
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Season: 1
Episode: 29
Episode Title: Legal Shield: Protecting You and Your Family
Episode Summary:
In this episode Contractor John Interviews Ivyl Watts, representative from Legal Shield, an affordable monthly subscription based legal service. Discover how you can afford an experienced attorney. Click the Legal Shield Link in the Resources section of our show notes.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Legal Shield (NEW SHOW SPONSOR)
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Season: 1
Episode: 28
Episode Title: 26 Tips to Make Moving Easier
Episode Summary:
Did you know the average person moves 11 ½ times in their life? With all this moving you need help doing it efficiently. Contractor John shares 26 tips to make your move easier and less stressful.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Legal Shield (NEW SHOW SPONSOR)
Moving Planner
All About Furnace Filters
26 Tips To Make Moving Easier PDF
Protective Products (Carpet Protect)
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Episode Summary:
In this episode Contractor John talks about some of the mistakes or items in the home buying process that can be easily overlooked and how to avoid them.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Legal Shield (NEW SHOW SPONSOR)
Tip of the Week. Fix Those Squeaky Floors
- Tip of the week…………This time of year. In the snow belt when the weather changes the floors in homes get squeakier, is that a word? Anyway they develop more squeaks because of the dryer cold air. Moisture leaves the wood, and it shrinks. You all remember the famous Seinfeld episode on shrinkage right? No … Google Seinfeld shrinkage if you need a laugh….. Any way I digress…. You will ned access to the underneath of the floor, like a basement or crawlspace.
a. You need 2 people, a ladder and a bundle of shims the longer cedar shims work best, a drop cloth and couple tubes of liquid nail construction adhesive.
b. Get on your ladder in the basement and have the other person walk around in a room upstairs and wherever you hear squeaking try to slide a shim between the floor joist and plywood. Continue doing this in each area until you have eliminated most of the squeaks. Rarely will you get them all.
c. When you are done with that part make sure your drop cloth is down, put a mark on the shim where it stopped sliding in. Pull it out and coat both sides with liquid nails up to your mark and slide the shim back in. Do this one at a time and keep people from walking around that area til the glue sets.
d. You will probably have to repeat this process to get them all. After the glue sets you can go back and remove the excess shims if you want to.
e. On the path to a less squeaky floor!
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Season: 1
Episode: 26
Episode Title: The Common Nail isn’t so Common
Episode Summary:
In this episode Contractor John talks about types of common nails, and uses, along with specialty nails
Typical Nail Sizes and Their Length in Inches
| 2d nail = 1” | 9d nail = 2 ¾”
| 3d nail = 1 ¼” | 10d nail = 3”
| 4d nail = 1 ½” | 12d nail = 3 ¼”
| 5d nail = 1 ¾” | 16d nail = 3 ½”
| 6d nail = 2” | 20d nail = 4” considered a spike
| 7d nail = 2 ¼” | 30d nail = 4 ½” considered a spike
| 8d nail = 2 ½” | 40d nail = 5” considered a spike
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Legal Shield (NEW SHOW SPONSOR)
Balancing Nail Trick Video
Nail Pulling Tricks Video
Dimension Bible Christmas Discount Coupon Code CMAS
Roy Worley Voice Overs
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Season: 1
Episode: 25
Episode Title: Plywood and Lumber, Pulling the Curtain Back
Episode Summary:
In this episode Contractor John answers, a listeners question about Design Contracts and pulls the curtain back in all about plywood and it’s grading as well as why a 2x4 isn’t a 2x4, and what is with the pre-cuts?
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Legal Shield (NEW SHOW SPONSOR)
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
More about Plywood
Dimension Bible Free Shipping Coupon Code*** Limited Time Offer (DIYHM)
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Season: 1
Episode: 24
Episode Title: The Design Contract, Bidding Apples for Apples
Episode Summary:
In this episode Contractor John introduces you to the Design Contract. Separating the design process from the actual construction process to give you more control and less stress.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word Dyslexia Help
Legal Shield (NEW SHOW SPONSOR)
Remodeling Magazine 2020 Cost vs Value Report
Dimension Bible Free Shipping Coupon Code*** Limited Time Offer (DIYHM)
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Tip of the Week
3 Things you can do with lemons
a. Put a lemon in the microwave and cook it til it explodes. The lemon juice helps all the splatter wipe right off
b. Freshen up the garbage disposal by dropping a ½ a lemon in the garbage disposal and give it a 3 or 4 second run and then let it sit for a few hours
c. Stains on your cutting board rub a half lemon over the stain, if it is stubborn sprinkle some salt over the stain and then rub.
In this episode Contractor John explains 10 Simple things you can do to save energy and save money. And unveils a new sponsor for the show.
Lets look at 10 simple ways you can “Go Green”
1. Turn Down Your Water Heater
2. Install water saving aerators on your faucets
3. Change your household light-bulbs to LED bulbs
4. Run your dishwasher, washer and dryer at night
5. Dry your clothes outside on a line like your mom or grandma did
6. Install a setback thermostat, program it and use it
7. Keep shades and curtains drawn during the summer days and let the sun shine in during the winter
8. Grow a garden
9. Capture the rain water.
- Use a crock-pot to cook your meals
Podcast Show Notes
Season: 1
Episode: 22
Episode Title: Some of my 45+ years of Remodeling, Tips, Tricks and Hacks
Episode Summary:
Contractor John looks back over his 45+ years in the building and remodeling industry to share with you some of the tips, tricks, and hacks he has learned.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word; Dyslexia Help
Tips Tricks and Hacks Handout
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Season: 1
Episode: 21
Episode Title: Keep Varmints and Drafts Out of Your Home
Episode Summary:
Contractor John talks about proper sealing of your homes exterior to keep drafts out and those pesky critters. Included is an in-depth explanation of the different types of Caulk and their uses.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Access the Word; Dyslexia Help
· There are several major types of caulks or groups of caulk; Latex, Silicone, Synthetic Rubber and Butyl, with variations of each type.
· Latex caulk is a good general-purpose caulk for small cracks, and wood trim. It does not stretch very well, but it can be painted easily once it cures. Water based latex caulk works well on the exterior of your home, as they adhere to most building products. o An example would be caulking windows to the wood clapboard siding. These types of caulk need time to cure, in a dry environment, and usually 48 hours above 40 degrees. High humidity will slow the curing process, and heavy rain can wash the caulk out before it cures
· Silicone caulk has been around for many years and has seen many evolutions. Experts seem to disagree if silicone caulk will even be around in 10 years. In my opinion silicone is a great product and it will be here. Silicone can be tricky to work with and requires a solvent to clean up. If you are using it for the first time, I would suggest you practice with it before working in an area that will be seen.
· Although there are some siliconized caulks that can be painted, pure silicone cannot be painted. What it does best is adhere to glass, metal, ceramic, and porcelain tile. However, it does not adhere well to one of the most common building materials and that is wood.
· There is what I call hybrid silicones that are formulated for just about every job and they get around some of the pure silicone limitations. Silicone can be applied at virtually any temperature and stands up to temperature extremes, cures soft and remains flexible. Since silicone is inorganic so it is safe to use indoors, does not mold or mildew and UV rays do not affect it.
· Synthetic Rubber caulks are the most flexible and clearest curing products on the market. This flexibility makes them excellent choices for use on exterior wood siding or any exterior surface that moves a lot. These types of caulk are said to have memory, which allows them to stretch and return to their original cured size and shape. They also adhere to most substrates or surfaces and can be applied in cold and wet weather and are resistant to mold and mildew. They can be painted with water-based paints. Synthetic· rubber caulks are flammable until cured and they produce a higher rate of VOC’s, and for that reason indoor use is not recommended.
· Butyl caulk is extremely messy to work with, but is the most water resistant caulk there is. It stretches like chewing gum but will not return to its shape like synthetic rubber caulks. Butyls resistance to water makes it an excellent below grade sealant. Gutters joints are an application that butyl caulk is well suited for.
Podcast Show Notes
Season: 1
Episode: 20
Episode Title: No Contract Equals Horror Story!
Episode Summary:
Contractor John shares with you a real-world horror story, from a job when I didn’t “Honor The Process”. Every job needs a written contract and then needs you to adhere to it. Listen to hear the horror story that developed in my world when I did not practice what I preach.
Contract Points (not all -inclusive, please consult an attorney before signing any contract)
· Obviously on very small jobs, a contract might be a 3 or 4 line description of the job. On other larger jobs it can be pages long In either case it has to contain
1 the description of the work to be performed., with product specification, including manufacturers and model number information.
2 In addition there should be a section defining the owner’s responsibilities
3 the course of action to be taken in case of a disagreement if the parties cannot work it out among themselves.
4 Also the amount of time the job will take
5 If it is a longer duration job ask the number of workers that will be on the job daily
6 Also make sure you get a COI, certificate of Insurance from the contractor, including liability, and workers comp coverage
7 Are all the workers who will be doing work employees or are some of them subcontractors? If so, make sure to get COI’s from them also, or as I have said before in previous episodes you could be held liable if someone was to get hurt on the job.
8 Also, a section outlining the contractor’s warranty, what it covers and for how long. Coming up in the not too distant future I will be doing an episode “All About Warranties”
9 Lastly the payment schedule should be outlined including allowable hold back amounts in the case of a disagreement.
a. Let me throw this is about payments…. You can use a title company to do the payouts. Connect with them for their fee schedule, really, I have found them to be reasonable for what they do. From the contractor’s point of view if all the money is deposited with the title company before the job begins, they know the client has all the money needed to finish the job and ….
b. From the client’s perspective they know all the paperwork will be completed correctly, the money will be paid out with their authorization and relevant to the amount of work performed
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Season: 1
Episode: 19
Episode Title: The Art of Building Your Own Home Part 3: The Paperwork!
Episode Summary:
Contractor John walks you through the sometimes-confusing myriad of paperwork required to Build Your Own Home. Subjects Include Building your team, Specifications, Change Orders, Contract, Payout timing and schedule, Contractors Statement,, waivers and more.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Contractor John “How To Read a Blueprint” video
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Season: 1
Episode: 18
Episode Title: The Art of Building Your Own Home Part 2
Episode Summary:
Contractor John walks you through the Actual construction phase of building your own home in the 2nd part of ‘The Art of Building Your Own Home”. Next week in part 3 we will discuss the paperwork involved when building your home.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Construction Steps Handout
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Season: 1
Episode: 17
Episode Title: The Art of Building Your Own Home Part 1 of 2
Episode Summary:
Contractor John takes you through part 1 of 2 of The Art (not science) of Building Your Own Home. The planning steps are covered in Part 1.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Smartsheet
Planning Process CheatSheet
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Season: 1
Episode: 16
Episode Title: Construction Terminology You Need to Know
Episode Summary:
Contractor John explains some typical terms used in the contract/proposal process as well as some common general framing terms/manes of different house framing components.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Construction Terminology Cheat Sheet
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Season: 1
Episode: 15
Episode Title: All About Your Septic System
Episode Summary:
Contractor John explains what a septic tank system looks like as well as the do’s and don’ts when you have a septic system
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Homemade Bacteria recipe for your septic system
· You can also mix up your own by combining 2 envelopes of active dry yeast and 1 lb of brown sugar. Mix thoroughly in a bowl and then add 4 cups of warm water. Let the mixture sit for about 15 min in a warm location until it expands and becomes foamy, then pour it in your toilet bowl and flush.
Septic safe cleaning solution recipe
· You can mix about a 1/4 cup of baking soda with 1/2 cup of vinegar and 2 tablespoons lemon to make your own natural cleaning agent, and it is safe for your septic system
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Season: 1
Episode: 14
Episode Title: Yearly Home Maintenance Checklist
Episode Summary:
Contractor John walks you through Home Maintenance tasks you should complete each month to keep your house in tip top shape. Included is a written yearly checklist.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Air Filters .com
Contractor John Selects and Changes a Furnace Filters video
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AirFilters
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Season: 1
Episode: 13
Episode Title: DIY Bathroom Remodel; Let the Demo Begin
Episode Summary:
The 3rd and final part of Contractor John’s Bathroom Remodel series. In this episode we begin the demo and walk you through the sequence of tasks to bring your project to completion. A FREE written checklist of the entire process is available for download.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Click here for Complete downloadable checklist of the construction process
Contractor John Downloadable Construction Checklist
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Home Depot Armstrong Allure Vinyl Flooring
DewaltTools
ArmstrongFlooring
Grab Bars should be mounted 33” to 36” AFF (above finished floor) above the bottom of the tub and the center of a vertical grab bar should be centered on 33” to 36” above AFF
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Contractor John talks about the tools you as a DIYer should own
1. Screwdriver; The multi-tip kind is the best for the DIYer, although a set should be on your list to buy
2. Pipe wrench; 2 sizes are best, a 6” or 8” for tight spaces and a 16” or 20”. HINT: You can always make a wrench larger by slipping a piece of pipe over the handle to give you more leverage when needed.
3. Channel Locks; A must have, again a quality name brand pair
4. Tape Measure: Buy a sturdy one at least 20’ long
5. 24” Level; You can make it longer by attaching it to a longer straight board to it.
6. Ladder; 4’ or 6’ works best around the house, fiberglass are the best. Little work table on top…….
7. Cordless Drill you can buy a quality cordless drill for under $100 on sale. I think DeWalt is at the front of the line. If your budget will survive get the 20 volt dual action drill/hammer drill
8. Sawzall; This is one of the best tools ever invented. HINT: The blades in every sawzall I have ever seen are reversible, and the DeWalt cordless version I have allows you to also slip it in sideways
9. Saftey glasses, respirator, gloves, and gel knee pads are a must.
10. Portable work light
11. Extension Cord; 12 gauge is a must
12. Hammer; I recommend a 16 oz straight claw general purpose hammer
13. Wrecking bar, or crow bar
14. 10 lb sledge hammer
15. Drywall Taping Tools, go to my YouTube channel and watch how to repair a hole in the wall where I talk about the tools
16. Painting Tools
17. Tile tools; These will vary depending on what type and size tile you are installing
18. Caulk gun; Buy a quality one, if you don’t buy it now you will later
I call the above list the necessities if you have plans to remodel anytime in the future. Remember they will cost more next year.
Here are a few if you have the budget for them…………….
19. Hole saw kit; Buy a good one that will also let you cut light metals. Rigid has a nice set with a great arbor system
20. Jig saw; for cutting those irregular shapes
21. Power Miter Box
22. Cordless Nail Gun: Paslode brand has been producing these guns for a long time, I own 2 of them, a trim gun and a framing gun
23. If plumbing is your thing buy a good basin wrench
I cannot stress enough that if you buy quality name brand tools and use them for the job they were intended, they will last you a lifetime.
Season: 1
Episode: 12 BONUS EPISODE
Episode Title: DIY Bathroom Remodel; Tools You Need
Episode Summary:
Continuing the bathroom remodel series Contractor John walks you through the 2nd part of planning your bathroom remodel, material selection. Also look for a BONUS episode expanding on the tools you need to remodel your bathroom and generally what tools every DIY er needs to own.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
How to repair a hole in drywall /Drywall tools video
How to read a tape measure video
Rigid Hole saw kit
DewaltTools
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Season: 1
Episode: 11
Episode Title: DIY Bathroom Remodel; Material Selections
Episode Summary:
Continuing the bathroom remodel series Contractor John walks you through the 2nd part of planning your bathroom remodel, material selection. Also look for a BONUS episode expanding on the tools you need to remodel your bathroom and generally what tools every DIY er needs to own.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
How to repair a hole in drywall /Drywall tools video
How to read a tape measure video
Rigid Hole saw kit
DewaltTools
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Season: 1
Episode: 10
Episode Title: Bathroom Remodel; The Planning Process
Episode Summary:
Contractor John walks you through the planning process of a successful bathroom remodel. Many of the steps involved in planning your bathroom remodel can be used in any remodel project you are planning.
Print out a list of steps for your project. As a bonus I have included a printable list of the most forgotten materials and tools in a bathroom remodel.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Cost vs Value Report 2020
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Bathroom Remodel Planning Steps
- Pre-Budget
a. Cost vs Value report
- Pre- planning
a. Design style
b. Needs and wants
c. Pre-schedule
- Adjust budget
a. Cost list
b. Material cost
i. Good idea to look at the existing room making a list of the parts currently in use
c. Subcontractors
d. Tool rental
e. Dumpster
f. Portable Toilet
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Adjust all planning details
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Final Budget (Plus 10% contingency)
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Order all materials (do not start until everything is at the site)
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Final schedule
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D-Day (demo day)
Most Often Forgotten Material and Tools
Material
· Plumbers putty (for sink drain)
· Teflon tape (for all threads, including sink tailpiece)
· A couple small tubes of construction adhesive (Liquid Nails)
· Misc. length drywall screws (1 5/8” and 2” and 3”)
· Bundle of cedar shims
· Paintable kitchen and bath silicone caulk
· Yellow and red wire nuts (a few of each)
· Roll of electrical tape
· Pigtail light socket (temporary light) or portable light
· Very large garbage bags for debris and put bottom of toilet in one so it doesn’t drip when you carry it out
· Floor protection from bathroom to outside
Tools
· Basin wrench
· Cheap box fan (drying drywall compound)
· Crescent wrench (small)
· 2 putty knives, 1” and 3”
· Portable light
· Pry bar (medium flat bar)
· Safety glasses
· Dust masks
Podcast Show Notes
Season: 1
Episode: 9
Episode Title: Universal Design in the Kitchen
Episode Summary:
Contractor John talks about what Universal Design is and how it can be integrated into your kitchen to make your life easier. ALSO a chance to win a copy of Contractor John’s Book “The Dimension Bible for DiYers and Remodelers
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelers
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Season: 1
Episode: 8
Episode Title: 12 Painting Tips to a Great Job, and; A Quick Word About Hiring Laid Off Tradespeople
Episode Summary:
Contractor John offers some advice about hiring laid off tradespeople and 12 Tips to a great paint job, covering wall prep, rollers, brush selection and much more.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Cost vs Value Report 2020
Contractor John Drywall Wall Repair DIY Video
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Season: 1
Episode: 7
Episode Title: First Time Home Buyer: 6 Critical Questions to ask Yourself
Episode Summary:
Contractor John talks about planning your home purchase. What you should ask yourself and discuss with your spouse before you start down the home ownership path.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Dave Ramsey Home Buying Advice
NAHB “Study of Expectancy of House Components”
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Season: 1
Episode: 6
Episode Title: Do You have a fresh air house?
Episode Summary:
Contractor John Talks about some energy efficiency tips, specifically drafts, and how to correct some of the worst. Contractor John will also introduce you to “Air Changes per Hour” (ACH) is the rating system that determines how drafty a house. Listen to this episode and save some money.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Wood Pilot Hole Cheat Sheet, visit Contractor John for your FREE copy
ACH = Air Changer per Hour
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In this episode Contractor John helps you plan your backyard retreat. Guiding you through a (downloadable) checklist of steps and questions to help you create your own backyard paradise.
Podcast Show Notes
Season: 1
Episode: 5
Episode Title: Create an outdoor retreat in your backyard
Episode Summary:
Contractor John walks you through the planning steps of your outdoor retreat. Introducing some great planning resources, and even suggestions for incorporating some GREEN aspects into it
Downloadable planning checklist
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Simpson Strong Tie Pergola Planner
Simpson Strong-Tie Deck Planner
Home Depot
Menards
Lowes
Roy Worley Voice Overs
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Season: 1
Episode: 4
Episode Title: Top 10 DIY Remodeling Regrets
Episode Summary:
In this episode Contractor John talks about the regrets some DIY'ers have when undertaking a remodeling project. Contractor John offers some great advice on how DIY'ers can avoid these regrets.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Remodeling Magazines 2020 Cost vs Value Report
Roy Worley Voice Overs
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Season: 1
Episode: 3
Episode Title: Destroying The 3 Bid Myth
Episode Summary:
In this episode Contractor John introduces a new way to look at the relationship between you and your contractor. The level of trust that should be there and how money fits into it.
If you like different perspectives, you won’t want to miss this episode.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Remodeling Magazines 2020 Cost vs Value Report
COI = Certificate of Insurance
Workers Comp = Workman’s Compensation Insurance is a type of business insurance that provides benefits to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. Specifically, this insurance helps pay for medical care, wages from lost work time and more.
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Season: 1
Episode: 2
Episode Title: Keeping your basement dry requires a system
Episode Summary:
In this episode Contractor John explains the system needed to keep your basement dry. The foundation walls, drain tile and sump pump are all part of the system
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Roy Worley Voice Overs
Will County Habitat for Humanity Volunteer sign up Tell them Contractor John sent ya!
Construction Video of 2 story Will County Habitat for Humanity rehab of a home built in 1887
…. And in honor of David Letterman here are the top 10 things you can do around your house during the pandemic
#10. Paint a room
#9. Tighten up loose door handles, towel bars, cabinet knobs
#8. Convert all your light fixtures to LED, simply by changing the bulbs
#7. Change the batteries in all your smoke detectors. ( if you don’t have them install combo CO2 and smoke detectors units) and don’t forget the thermostat and garage door keypad
#6. Re-caulk the tub shower units and countertops
#5. Change the furnace filter and mark the end of it with the date
#4. Set up an area outside for a garden, to grow some fresh vegetables, with limited social things to do you have the time.
#3. Clean out the sink traps, by removing them and re-installing them
#2. Vacuum out the coils on your refrigerator, inside your clothes dryer and the dryer exhaust hose
#1. If none of the above items need to be done, ask your wife for a “Honey Do List” and get ready!!
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Season: 1
Episode: 1
Episode Title:
Keeping the moisture out of your home
Episode Summary:
Contractor John talks about the importance of exhaust fans in your home to help keep moisture out, especially the bathroom fan. How to size it, what is CFM, what is a “sone” rating are a few of the items covered.
Topics discussed in this episode:
The acronyms mentioned in the show
ACH = Air Changes per Hour
CFM = Cubic Feet per Minute
CFH = Cubic Feet per Hour
Formula for properly sixing your bath fan
W x L x H x 8 ACH =CFH (cubic feet per hour) then divide by 60 (minutes) to get CFM
* Now if you run the formula you will get 48 cfm for a typical 9 x 5 bathroom. The smallest bathroom exhaust fan I have seen is 50 cfm, which will work just fine.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
The best for any Voice Work Roy Worley Voice Over
Contractor John’s book the Dimension Bible for DIYers and Remodelors available at Contractror John
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