Author: John Barnes

Handyman tips website was created by John Barnes from Phoenix, Arizona, in February 2014. John wanted to share with the public his experience in home improvement as a contractor and avid woodworker. John noticed that there aren’t many expert advice online and he wanted to help the public to get true expert tips and estimates. What started as a hobby soon became a full time job as Handyman tips website became very popular because of the quality of tips it provides. After a few years John has introduced a couple of new content creators into Handyman tips team but he is still the main content creator on Handyman tips website.
  • 5 Tips To Drying Hardwood Floors

    One of the biggest enemies of a hardwood floor is moisture. If such a floor stays wet for a long period of time and moisture soaks in between the floorboards, you’ll end up with a really messed up floor that will cost you a great deal to restore back into good shape. A moist hardwood…

  • Why You Need to Install Gutter Guards

    Cleaning the gutters is a time-consuming task. OK, so you might only have to spend two days in a year climbing up your ladder and pulling out a ton of dead leaves and moss from the gutters, but wouldn’t you rather spend that time on the golf course or watching sports on TV? The only…

  • How to clean and maintain granite countertops – Expert tricks

    Are you tired of struggling to keep your granite countertops looking clean and beautiful? This guide to cleaning and maintaining granite countertops has got you covered. Whether you’re a first-time granite countertop owner or a seasoned pro, we have all the tips and tricks you need to keep your countertops in top shape. In this…

  • Guide on how to choose a good sofa for your living room

    Are you on the hunt for the perfect sofa to complete your home? In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through everything you need to know about choosing the ultimate sofa that suits your style and meets your comfort needs. When it comes to sofas, there are a multitude of options to consider. From…

  • Florist Taboos You Should Break

    Do you know that not all flowers are allowed to be used on different occasions traditionally? You read that right. For instance, using real and fresh floral bouquet on a valentine day may mean a lot to your loved one. In fact, ladies think that fresh flowers signify love and admiration. In other words, if…

  • Best tips to Pest Proof your Home

    Insects and bugs do not belong in our home. Not only are they annoying but they can also create unhygienic conditions in your house. A pest infestation is also very hard to get rid of. Some of the insects are quite resilient in nature and once they infest your house it becomes quite a fit…

  • How to Make Your Home Warranty Work for You

    For many homeowners, a home warranty can take the headache out of handling routine repairs and maintenance to home systems and major appliances. With a home warranty, you won’t have to shoulder the burden of repairing or replacing covered breakdowns of major appliances and home system components all by yourself, nor will you have to…

  • A Guide to Common Household Infestations

    Creepy crawlies are always going to be a part of our lives. Whether we like it or not, bugs of all shapes and sizes are going to steal into our homes in search of shelter, food and water. Before you squash it though, it pays to take a look and see what it is, because…

  • The Do’s and Don’ts of DIY Basement Renovation

    There is always a chance or opportunity to improve upon the space in your home. One sure-fire way to optimise on any seemingly useless space in your house is to remodel or renovate your basement. However, if you wish to save money by renovating your basement yourself instead of hiring someone, it is always recommended…

  • DIY Roof Maintenance to avoid Roof Repairs

    Dealing with roof repair is not something that you will want to take lightly. Roofing issues can compound and really cause a lot of problems. That is why dealing with roofing issues as soon as they crop up is key. Below, we will go over a few tips for DIY Roof Maintenance to avoid roof…