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Deck Care Fast & Easy book

Glenn Haege's Deck Care Fast & Easy explains what to do and what to buy for that four letter word that lives in your backyard; your deck!  This book walks you though selecting between woods and man made decking, deck maintenance, brightening, stripping, sealing and staining. It’s free!

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Hey batter, batter, batter. SWING!

Nothing says spring like baseball and nothing says baseball like Louisville Slugger. Bobby Hillerich, Director of wood bat manufacturing and great grandson of the iconic founder of the company explains how classic woodworking skills and Amish craftsmanship are used to create the MLB Prime bat in use by about 60% of Major League players.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 04/27/2013



Best time to insulate is now!

Saving energy means saving money and there's never a bad time to do that. Ace & Sons Insulation's Charlie Akers III and Bill Creed tell Glenn about the incentives available and how choosing the right insulation can make your home more comfortable.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 11/12/2012



New Federal rules on the way for your furnace

With cooler weather on the way, Gary Marowske of Flame Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical talks with Glenn on how you should start up your furnace for the first time this fall. Also suggested maintenance procedures are reviewed. Gary also discusses the effective date for new energy conservation rules and standards that will effect air conditioners, heat pumps and furnaces.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 09/22/2012



Down on the farm with the Handyman

Autumn is the season for the changing colors of the leaves, apple cider, hayrides, and small business success stories. America's Master Handyman talks with the owners of Blake Farms and learns how Fall puts a spring into business for this true American family farm just north of Detroit.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 09/16/2012



Keep your cool by using the AC correctly.

Glenn Haege, America's and WJR's Handyman has some important advice for Paul W. Smith and his Detroit listeners on how to use air conditioning to get the maximum benefit during this heat wave.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 07/06/2012



Now you can Handle the truth!

While at the 2012 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas, Glenn sat down with Mike Hopkins Jr., the Director of Sales for The Handler and asked Mike to explain what The Handler solves for the homeowner.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 05/20/2012



Something new for the four letter word that lives in the backyard.

While at the 2012 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas, Glenn talked with Max Groff, the president of LTL Home Products. The Deck Keeper features a plastic anchor that slides between your deck boards and an eyelet for attaching a bungee cord that can be used to secure your outdoor items.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 05/20/2012



Turn your house into a power plant.

America's Master Handyman welcomes Michigan Geothermal Energy Association President Art Thayer and Executive Director Mike Buda to explain what geothermal energy is and how the earth itself is a wonderful source of energy.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 03/19/2012



Top home builder tells all!

Anthony Lombardo, the Building Industries Association 2011 Builder of the Year, tells Glenn a little bit about the history of Lombardo Homes.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 02/27/2012



You can save with Michigan Saves!

Charlie Akers, owner of Ace & Sons Insulation and participating contractor discusses the latest updates to the Michigan Saves program. Michigan Saves is a nonprofit dedicated to making energy improvements easier for all Michigan energy consumers. To accomplish this, Michigan Saves makes affordable financing and other incentives available through grants and partnerships with private sector lenders.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 01/08/2012



No, I can't see Russia from where I'm building my house.

Glenn talks home construction with Derek, stationed at an Air Force base in Wasilla, Alaska.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 02/26/2011



I've got some bad news, and some worse news.

Dr. David Crowe, Chief Economist for the National Association of Home Builders joined Glenn to discuss his 2011 forecast. Glenn asked Dr. Crowe if the best thing about 2010 was that it was over.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 02/19/2011



A Michigan tradition for more than 135 years.

Ron Rapson and Brian Jefferson talk with Glenn about the history and heritage of the Sanders Candy brand. Based in Michigan since 1875, Sanders creations such as the Hot Fudge Cream Puff and Bumpy Cake have been chronicled among the foods that define Detroit.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 11/15/2010



You can be an ENERGY STAR on video!

DTE Energy's Manager of Energy Efficiency Programs, Emmett Romine tells Glenn about the utility's new contest. Customers can submit their own video on how to save money by saving energy now through October 22. For more information click on www.dteenergy.com/videocontest .

As heard on The Handyman Show on 09/26/2010



Wine, women and wallpaper? Oh yes it's Ladies night.

Brian Eisbrenner, President of Shelby Paint & Decorating previews his series of Wine & Design nights. The events are designed to be a ladies night out. They will showcase the latest DIY projects that can transform the look of a room on any budget. They will have an open house format that allows customers to casually enjoy wine and cheese while visiting each educational booth.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 09/11/2010



National survey shows bed bugs crawling to the top spot.

A recent survey of American cities shows Detroit as the nation's third most infested city when it comes to bed bugs. Pest Masters co-owner Thomas Thompson tells Glenn how to battle the bugs that are making their biggest comeback since World War Two.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 08/28/2010



Stuck sump pump soaks suburbanites

Michelle Hollo explains to Glenn how the city of Birmingham, MI gave her a $8,224 water bill. Their quarterly bill used to be $170, but a failure in a water powered sump pump resulted in the Hollo household being charged for 700 units with no forgiveness offered by officials.

As heard on The Handyman Show on 08/22/2010



A milestone in replacement windows

Sunrise Windows celebrates the production of its 1,500,000 replacement window. President and co-founder Gary Delman previews a visit to the plant by U.S. Congressman John Dingell and the celebration of the event. 7:54

As heard on The Handyman Show on 08/07/2010



NATE stands for excellence

Dave Pannier, Interim President of NATE (North American Technician Excellence) tells Glenn how his organization certifies, trains, and tests technicians in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry. 6:56

As heard on The Handyman Show on 07/17/2010



Be positive about protecting your electronics

Glenn talks with Mike Bratcher of Bratcher Electric on steps than can be taken to make sure your appliances and electronics are kept safe. 9:30

As heard on The Handyman Show on 07/10/2010



Open your eyes and keep your cool

Flame Heating Cooling & Electrical's Gary Marowske tells Glenn how you can check for visual clues to make sure your air conditioner keeps going during these hot summer months. 7:28

As heard on The Handyman Show on 07/10/2010



Steam gets in your eyes

A new switch keeps your bathroom free of foggy mirrors and too much moisture. Interviewed during the 2010 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas. 6:44

As heard on The Handyman Show on 07/04/2010



A warm hello in the middle of winter

Hillel Glazer of Heat Trak tells how you can keep your porch and sidewalk clear of snow with their electric mats. Interviewed during the 2010 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas. 6:46

As heard on The Handyman Show on 07/04/2010



Make the most of your space

Garage storage concepts with John Rudberg of Hyloft. Interviewed during the 2010 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas. 6:20

As heard on The Handyman Show on 07/04/2010



The world's first Green spray lubricant

John Culilane of Liquifix tells how concerns over the environment prompted the creation of the spray lubricant. Interviewed during the 2010 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas. 5:42

As heard on The Handyman Show on 07/03/2010



There's no need to fear, Rescue Tape is here

Rescue Tape is a self-fusing silicone repair product with infinite uses. Interviewed during the 2010 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas. 5:45

As heard on The Handyman Show on 07/03/2010



Helping veterans with the Yellow Ribbon Fund

Vito Pampalona and Scott Barone discuss their involvement in the national Yellow Ribbon Fund. 8:52

As heard on The Handyman Show on 06/26/2010



Staying safe around the pool

Glenn talks swimming pool safety with Tom Russo of First Alert. Interviewed during the 2010 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas. 7:48

As heard on The Handyman Show on 06/05/2010



Being corny is green

An environmentally friendly way to clean by using corn? Interviewed during the 2010 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas. 4:22

As heard on The Handyman Show on 06/05/2010



How to keep your lawn green this summer

Easy Green Lawn Paint inventor Dawn Fisher explains how much and often her paint needs to be applied to the lawn. Interviewed during the 2010 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas. 6:36

As heard on The Handyman Show on 05/30/2010



Keep clean with TidyTrax

TidyTrax inventor Chris Cataldo tells Glenn how to keep work shoes and boots from tracking in dirt. Interviewed during the 2010 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas. 5:22

As heard on The Handyman Show on 04/05/2010



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