Handyman Ken's Blog

Fix it yourself, or learn why you shouldn't.

Louisville handyman how-tos, homeowner decisions, seasonal checklists, and the occasional peek behind the AI curtain.

How to mount a TV on drywall (without yanking it off the wall)

The three mistakes I see most often and how to avoid them. Stud finders, toggle bolts, and why the mount brand matters more than the TV brand.

Homeowner 101 · Coming soon

A decision tree I walk my sister through every time she texts me a photo of a leak.

7 min read · in the queue

Seasonal · Coming soon

Twelve things to check before the humidity hits. Gutters, caulk, HVAC filters, deck boards, in that order.

4 min read · in the queue

How-to · Coming soon

Spackle, mesh, or full patch? A one-hour guide with the exact products Ken keeps in the van.

6 min read · in the queue

Behind the Scenes · Coming soon

A one-man shop can look like a 10-person operation with the right stack. Here's mine.

9 min read · in the queue

How-to · Coming soon

Old work boxes, fan-rated boxes, and why your Sunday project might need an electrician.

5 min read · in the queue

Seasonal · Coming soon

Pipes, weatherstripping, gutters, and the one thing everyone forgets about.

4 min read · in the queue

Safety · Coming soon

Kids, earthquakes, and why IKEA started including anchors in the box.

3 min read · in the queue