Handy Ma'am Hotline

In this episode, Mercury celebrates 3,000 days of sobriety and addresses some other sobering situations from the audience. Dealing with mold mitigation or cockroaches is never a fun time, and usually takes much longer than we’d hope. Sometimes we already know the answer to a question, and are just hoping to hear something different. No matter the situation, Mercury will tell it to you straight (or as straight as she can).Send in your questions here!Mercury is a #1 NY Times Bestselling author of(Safe & Sound: A Renter-Friendly Guide to Home Repair)Known widely as The Trans Handy Ma'am, Mercury shares information geared towards renters who need help fixing their homes, moving into their first apartments, and navigating the complexities of dealing with landlords - but a focus is not an exclusion! With over 2 million followers on TikTok and 1 million followers on Instagram, Mercury's brand of compassionate education has warmed hearts across the globe. Find all episodes of The Handy Ma’am Hotline on Mercury’s Substack. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This episode of the Handyman Hotline tackles home repair hurdles and ADHD challenges with limited resources. Mercury Stardust helps a shop owner fix a damaged clothing rack with a budget-friendly solution. They also discuss the differences between old and new lumber, offering tips for working with steel studs. Later, Mercury dives into sharing her own experiences and offering advice for managing home projects while navigating ADHD moments. (Above all, be kind to yourself!) Mercury wraps up the episode brainstorming some low-cost solutions to replace a rotting sink cabinet.Send in your questions here!Mercury is a #1 NY Times Bestselling author of(Safe & Sound: A Renter-Friendly Guide to Home Repair)Known widely as The Trans Handy Ma'am, Mercury shares information geared towards renters who need help fixing their homes, moving into their first apartments, and navigating the complexities of dealing with landlords - but a focus is not an exclusion! With over 2 million followers on TikTok and 1 million followers on Instagram, Mercury's brand of compassionate education has warmed hearts across the globe. Find all episodes of The Handy Ma’am Hotline on Mercury’s Substack. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury reflects on the difficulties of homeownership, dealing with previous owners' decisions, and the personal challenges of managing time, money, and perfectionism. The episode covers dealing with a house with five layers of shingles on the roof, a kitchen renovation, finding effective and affordable paint strippers, and there's also mention of asbestos removal, the moving process, and the humorous ordeal of dealing with a cat getting into paint.Send in your questions here!Mercury is a #1 NY Times Bestselling author of(Safe & Sound: A Renter-Friendly Guide to Home Repair)Known widely as The Trans Handy Ma'am, Mercury shares information geared towards renters who need help fixing their homes, moving into their first apartments, and navigating the complexities of dealing with landlords - but a focus is not an exclusion! With over 2 million followers on TikTok and 1 million followers on Instagram, Mercury's brand of compassionate education has warmed hearts across the globe. Find all episodes of The Handy Ma’am Hotline on Mercury’s Substack. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury attempts to repair her furnace with a surprising conclusion. Mercury also answers listener questions on installing an HVAC humidifier, replacing a sink hose, and finding housing during renovations. Mercury provides advice and tips based on her knowledge and experience, emphasizing the importance of proper installation and maintenance, and recommending professional help when needed.Send in your questions here!Mercury is a #1 NY Times Bestselling author of(Safe & Sound: A Renter-Friendly Guide to Home Repair)Known widely as The Trans Handy Ma'am, Mercury shares information geared towards renters who need help fixing their homes, moving into their first apartments, and navigating the complexities of dealing with landlords - but a focus is not an exclusion! With over 2 million followers on TikTok and 1 million followers on Instagram, Mercury's brand of compassionate education has warmed hearts across the globe. Find all episodes of The Handy Ma’am Hotline on Mercury’s Substack.Thanks for reading Mercury Stardust Media! This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Keys opening multiple apartments, figuring out what exactly should be put away before maintenance stops by, and getting those dang towel racks to stay on the wall - in this episode of the Handy Ma’am Hotline, Mercury commiserates with some common and not-so-common renter woes. We are very much of the mindset that housing is a human right and Mercury gets a little heated in this episode! She will be releasing a video discussing the landlord/tenant relationship soon, so keep an eye out for that!Send in your questions here!Mercury is a #1 NY Times Bestselling author of(Safe & Sound: A Renter-Friendly Guide to Home Repair)Known widely as The Trans Handy Ma'am, Mercury shares information geared towards renters who need help fixing their homes, moving into their first apartments, and navigating the complexities of dealing with landlords - but a focus is not an exclusion! With over 2 million followers on TikTok and 1 million followers on Instagram, Mercury's brand of compassionate education has warmed hearts across the globe. Find all episodes of The Handy Ma’am Hotline on Mercury’s Substack.Mercury Stardust Media is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury has been on both sides of the contractor relationship and is here to share her wisdom with all of you. In this episode, Mercury discusses why a contractor might want to take some jobs over others, some ways to find a contractor, why wait times for some contractors are so long, handling misinformation from a contractor, and dealing with a contractor that doesn’t show up!Send in your questions here!Mercury is a #1 NY Times Bestselling author of(Safe & Sound: A Renter-Friendly Guide to Home Repair)Known widely as The Trans Handy Ma'am, Mercury shares information geared towards renters who need help fixing their homes, moving into their first apartments, and navigating the complexities of dealing with landlords - but a focus is not an exclusion! With over 2 million followers on TikTok and 1 million followers on Instagram, Mercury's brand of compassionate education has warmed hearts across the globe. Find all episodes of The Handy Ma’am Hotline on Mercury’s Substack.Mercury Stardust Media is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of the Handy Ma’am Hotline, Mercury Stardust returns to answer viewer questions about unclogging a sink drain, why earthworms would be crawling into a tub, and dealing with someone else’s mold problem. Messy questions and hard situations stand no chance when we tackle them together, so roll up your sleeves and let’s get to work!Send in your questions here!Mercury is a #1 NY Times Bestselling author of(Safe & Sound: A Renter-Friendly Guide to Home Repair)Known widely as The Trans Handy Ma'am, Mercury shares information geared towards renters who need help fixing their homes, moving into their first apartments, and navigating the complexities of dealing with landlords - but a focus is not an exclusion! With over 2 million followers on TikTok and 1 million followers on Instagram, Mercury's brand of compassionate education has warmed hearts across the globe. Find all episodes of The Handy Ma’am Hotline on Mercury’s Substack. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

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This is an episode preview of our new podcast, Maintenance is a Drag! Watch the video version on youtube or find the audio podcast wherever you get your podcasts!It's time to paint the town in glitter and fix those squeaky hinges! Join Mercury Stardust, the queen of sawdust, and the illustrious drag king, Landon Cider, as they embark on a hilarious journey through the world of home maintenance. In this extraordinary episode, the dynamic duo dives headfirst into the most peculiar and specific home repair dilemmas you could imagine. From patching up ceiling holes caused by rogue stripper poles (we're not here to judge, we promise!) to tackling the intricacies of replacing a UV light in an HVAC system without breaking a sweat (or a nail). Get ready to soak up some wisdom to help you navigate the treacherous waters of water damage (pun intended) and sliding doors that have decided to take a leap of faith off their tracks. Who needs reality TV when you have Mercury and Landon coming to the rescue? Let the laughter and knowledge flow as they transform your living space into a sanctuary fit for a queen!History segment sources:GLBT Historical Society’s Digital Collections ArchiveFTM Newsletter Archive (Via GBLT HS)#DIY #renters #queer #nightlife #drag #poledance #slidingdoor #HVAC #FTMnewsletter #Transhandymaam Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury and Basil have something special for you! They have been running a Book Club! #BasilsBookBugs is a weekly livestream podcast on the Stardust Nebula Discord server (https://discord.gg/mABbzAbRR3). The whole community contributes to the conversation, and it's a lot of fun!Please enjoy the complete three episode discussion of Pageboy by Elliot Page.Patreon Subscribers at all levels will automatically receive an invite to the Discord server with access to the exclusive book club chat and forum, but if you’re not on Patreon you can gain access through a Stardust Nebula server subscription on Discord. Head over to the server for more details here: https://discord.gg/mABbzAbRR3Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for Maintenance is a Drag, the new show that will be premiering on this feed in 2024! 608-205-8768. (Please send high resolution pictures of the issue if you can!)Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw (Find her Sink Stopper video here!) Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury and Basil have something new for you! Mercury calls listeners directly to help them with missing electricity, Christmas tree rehabilitation, a desktop makeover, and mold!Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768. (Please send high resolution pictures of the issue if you can!)Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw (Find her Sink Stopper video here!) Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury and Basil have something new for you! Mercury calls listeners directly to help them with clogged drains, chronic pain, parenting, cat psychology, and a magic sink.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768. (Please send high resolution pictures of the issue if you can!)Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw (Find her Sink Stopper video here!) Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

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Did you know we have an After-Show Pre-Show on Patreon? Every week we before we record an episode, Mercury and Maggie chat about life, politics, the trans experience, mom-hood, and so much more. It's truly the unfiltered Mercury Half Hour! It plays each week after the full episode on Patreon. Hence, the After-Show Pre-Show!Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw (Find her Sink Stopper video here!) Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury and Basil have something new for you! Mercury calls listeners directly to help them with basement drains, nasty caulk, a crumbly tub, & vinyl scratching.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768. (Please send high resolution pictures of the issue if you can!)Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw (Find her Sink Stopper video here!) Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury and Basil check in from the road. Together they help listeners with flat-head screws, toilet straws, teaching tenants, bubbling paint, & a leaky faucet stem.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768. (Please send high resolution pictures of the issue if you can!)Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw (Find her Sink Stopper video here!) Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury and Basil check in from the road. Together they help listeners with bidet installation issues, temperature sensors, heavy topics, noisy neighbors, & creaky doors.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768. (Please send high resolution pictures of the issue if you can!)Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw (Find her Sink Stopper video here!) Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury and Basil sat down for one more podcast before hitting the road again. Together they help listeners with an ominous drywall seam, how to clean up after painting, and how to tell if you're being taken advantage of.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768. (Please send high resolution pictures of the issue if you can!)Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw (Find her Sink Stopper video here!) Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Maggie returns! We really hit this one out of the park. Mercury and the gang help with bi-fold doors, a floppy toilet handle 100+ year old windows, refinishing hard wood floors and everything you need to know about painting.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768. (Please send high resolution pictures of the issue if you can!)Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw (Find her Sink Stopper video here!) Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury and Basil (@ChangelingBrat) are starting a Book Club! #BasilsBookBugs will be a weekly livestream podcast to discuss a book we all read together! The club will take place on Discord so the whole community can join the conversation. Patreon Subscribers at all levels will automatically receive an invite to the Discord server with access to the exclusive book club chat and forum, but if you’re not on Patreon you can gain access through a Stardust Nebula server subscription on Discord. Head over to the server for more details here: https://discord.gg/mABbzAbRR3The first book we’re reading is Teach the Torches to Burn by Caleb Roehrig - Find on Goodreads here: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61484873-teach-the-torches-to-burnThe Discord-cast scheduleFriday Sept 29 6pm Pre-Read discussionSaturday Oct 7 6pm Chapters 1 - 8Friday Oct 13 6pm Chapters 9 - 17Friday Oct 20 6pm Chapters 18 - 27Friday Oct 27 6pm Chapters 28 - 31Saturday Nov 4 2pm Post Mortem- Week Off -Start Book 2! Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury is joined by sound engineer Matt to discuss how not to be one of "those" landlords, drywall tape, an icy freezer, a mousy stove, restoring hardwood floors, building your first tool kit, & a bath tub with lots of issues.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768. (Please send high resolution pictures of the issue if you can!)Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw (Find her Sink Stopper video here!) Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury tells us stories from the first leg of her book tour!Did you know we have an After-Show Pre-Show on Patreon? Every week we before we record an episode, Mercury and Maggie chat about life, politics, the trans experience, mom-hood, and so much more. It's truly the unfiltered Mercury Half Hour! It plays each week after the full episode on Patreon. Hence, the After-Show Pre-Show!Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw (Find her Sink Stopper video here!) Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Here at the Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury kicked off her book tour! Listen to Mercury and Basil help with questions about washer drains, freezer gaskets, what to do if you can't give up luxurious toilet paper that's sold by bears, a shower that wont get hot, and drafty doors and windows.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw (Find her Sink Stopper video here!) Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Here at the Handy Ma'am Hotline, listen to our final in-studio podcast before Mercury goes on her book tour! She got a question about how to unstick a stuck sink stopper, how to use peel and stick vinyl flooring on subfloor, what to do with car port beams that are rotted and split (and how to remedy the water damage that may be causing the issues!), and advice on how to get into maintenance as a queer person.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw (Find her Sink Stopper video here!) Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome back to the Handy Ma'am Hotline! This week Mercury talks about which project is more pressing: peeling paint or peeling laminate floors. Mercury and Maggie have mixed thoughts on which should come first, what do you think? Mercury also tackles a slow draining bathtub with an unresponsive landlord, a door and frame that needs to be replaced, and how to cultivate a positive "Fix It" mentality when home maintenance can feel so daunting.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on the Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury helps callers with mismatched door frames, cement board in the bathroom, and window screen replacement, repair, and re-cat-proofing.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on the Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury helps callers with a sink drain that just won't stop stinking up the place, a toilet not flushing and figuring out what can be done for a non-vented toilet, dogs peeing all over a metal frame to a screened in porch, a 120 year old house whose pipes aren't underground and freeze during the winter, and testing for lead paint when removing old trim in another 100 year old house.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome back to the Handy Ma'am Hotline! This week Mercury helps a listener with a leaky skylight. She also discusses broken ceiling joists, how to repair a bathroom hole, caulking tape, and the "farm girl" way to swivel a stuck faucet!Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Mercury loves her history lessons! Learn about the history of the Phillips Head screwdriver, like who invented it (not who you think), why it was great for automobile assembly lines, and how it became the most popular screw in the world! She also answers questions about hanging LED lights without damaging walls, and removing paint after a landlord special. Be careful not to let your bits slip out, this is a wild one!Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Did you know we have an After-Show Pre-Show on Patreon? Every week we before we record an episode, Mercury and Maggie chat about life, politics, the trans experience, mom-hood, and so much more. It's truly the unfiltered Mercury Half Hour! It plays each week after the full episode on Patreon. Hence, the After-Show Pre-Show!Due to the 'merican holiday falling on our recording day, Mercury gave everyone the day off and is sharing with you the best of our Pre-Show After-Show (volume II). You'll get to hear our favorite snippets:90s musiccats and dogsstud pop innuendosboobs, butts, or Tori PhantomMercury's super powerBuilding a foundationWhimsyLooking past angerVampingAliensRepair costsRenter advicePinned commentsCalling in vs calling outExisting on the internetWhat fuels MercurySelective outrageNonbinary rejectionParting wisdomDon't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Find extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustPre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome back to the Handy Ma'am Hotline! This week Mercury helps a listener with one of her most famous fixes: the toothpick trick for loose hinges. She also discusses why someone may have put putty all around a window frame, how to keep a toilet seat tight when you're a little heaftier, what to do about a tub that likely needs to be replaced, and we get an update from a previous caller who shares how Mercury's advice helped them!Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury helps answer questions about low water pressure after changing out a shower handle, layers and layers and layers of paint peeling off a bathroom wall, fixing a wonky front door that won't latch properly, landlords charging for fixes in the unit (should they or shouldn't they?), and fixing a toilet that is leaking but the caller can't get the nuts tightened to fix it!Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury discusses how to remove mold from a window AC unit, how to troubleshoot an issue with a gas stove (and make your landlord actually fix it), putting in a new faucet when you feel overwhelmed, what to do about a smelly toilet and how to change a wax ring, and how to get rid of candle soot from a caller who has a candle burning addiction!Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury tackles a stripped set screw on a tub handle, a mean maintenance tech who makes tenants feel uncomfortable, cat snot on the walls (meow!), how to hang something on a wall that has the electrical box on the other side, and what to do when a toilet refuses to flush.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury and Maggie debate on what a caller means by a "storm door", and Mercury works to solve the problem for both cases. Mercury also discusses the best way to get an accurate paint sample for matching, different ways to loosen a deadbolt that seems to not want to turn, a renter with a landlord that refuses to fix a cracked ceiling AND REMOVE BATS FROM THE ATTIC! And she gives tips for filling in small holes on wood paneling.Find the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustDon't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury talks about safely drilling into concrete walls, why she doesn't use chemicals to clear clogged sinks, cracks in the wall, installing rain barrels on old homes, and what to do with a funky sh*there, haha!Watch Mercury's full Drywall Repair YouTube video here for more tips and tricks: https://youtu.be/P8lMl98zj5IFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustDon't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on the Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury tackles a bathroom reno that's outside of her comfort zone, replacing an exterior door handle (and garage door safety), shares an apartment maintenance checklist for long-term renters, removing tape off of a door, and fixing a hole in a wall.Find the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustDon't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on the Handy Ma'am Hotline Mercury tackles questions about repairing a wall after the curtain rod was used as a swing by a kiddo, how to get over the fear of ladders so you can do DIY projects up high, what to do when your plastic drain cleaner breaks in the pipe, how to fill nail holes in hardwood after removing carpet, and how to remove scuff marks off walls without repainting!Watch Mercury's full Drywall Repair YouTube video here for more tips and tricks: https://youtu.be/P8lMl98zj5IFind the tools recommended here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mercurystardustDon't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on the Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury tackles how to finish an attic that has blown insulation, a wall that was painted with splatter like an art project, painting a cement floor in the basement, and fixing a cedar fence that is falling over. Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on the Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury helps listeners fix a hot water stem that's not giving enough water pressure, tips on cleaning a bathroom and dryer vent for safety, fixing a wonky drawer, hanging a puzzle as a renter and not damaging the wall, and answers questions about spray painting vs using a roller.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on the Handy Ma'am Hotline Mercury tackles how to repaint a wall that was previously painted poorly, going into great details to remove the lines you often get with a roller, and cutting in around trim, ceilings, etc. She also teaches how to fix a floor transition strip that's broken, troubleshooting a shower that won't get hot, how renter's can hang things without holes or peeling drywall, and how to get a strike plate to stay on a broken door frame.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Pre-Order her book Safe & Sound, A renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair: https://sites.prh.com/safe-and-soundFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustWatch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to the Handy Ma'am Hotline! This week Mercury reflects on raising $2 million dollars for trans healthcare with Point of Pride.She also answers questions from a newbie DIYer who wonders if a bidet install is easy enough for them to do, she helps with a light that seemingly has no screws in order to replace the lightbulb, she helps a tenant who has a moldy smell coming from their vents and is unsure of when to involve the landlord, and she offers help to someone who wants to hang plants from the ceiling safely!Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Find extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustNOW OUT - Watch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Did you know we have an After-Show Pre-Show on Patreon? Every week we before we record an episode, Mercury and Maggie chat about life, politics, the trans experience, mom-hood, and so much more. It's truly the unfiltered Mercury Half Hour! It plays each week after the full episode on Patreon. Hence, the After-Show Pre-Show!In honor of our $2 Million fundraiser, Mercury is taking this week off and sharing with you the best of our Pre-Show After-Show You'll get to hear our favorite snippets:Mercury After Hours ASMRWearing Women's pants in high schoolOranges go bad?Mercury collects lead cups"Everything has my name on it."Salt on a cookie?!TikTok video theoryHiring PhilosophyMercury's E.T.C. storiesDon't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Find extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustNOW OUT - Watch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week Mercury got a call that she just had to help, so she got the caller on the phone directly to ask them questions and see if she could help them! She also covered feeling safe as a trans person in your home, what to do with a basement that keeps flooding, how to make your home more accessible, and how to care for yourself as a trans person in modern America.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustSnug Plug is the latest and greatest solution to a very common household problem many people face, having your wall plugs fall out of loose wall outlets. Now with Snug Plug there will be no more frustration losing connection while using your vacuum, hair dryer or not having your phone charge overnight. No need to call your landlord or spend money on an electrician. Just insert Snug Plug into any loose wall outlet and your plugs will be snug! https://bit.ly/snugplugFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Join Mercury in raising $1 MILLION for Trans Healthcare! http://www.pointofpride.org/mercuryFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustNOW OUT - Watch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on the Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury tackles one of the most unusual questions she's gotten so far: a landlord who refuses to evict raccoons from the attic!She also talks about how to soundproof a townhome that is sandwiched in between two noisy neighbors, commiserates with a caller who has a bathroom that needs a total renovation due to improper installation and using the wrong materials in the bathroom, she helps a homeowner re-texture her 1930's walls, and a troubleshoots toilet that won't flush all the way.NEXT WEEK: Join Mercury in raising $1 MILLION for Trans Healthcare! http://www.pointofpride.org/mercuryDon't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustSnug Plug is the latest and greatest solution to a very common household problem many people face, having your wall plugs fall out of loose wall outlets. Now with Snug Plug there will be no more frustration losing connection while using your vacuum, hair dryer or not having your phone charge overnight. No need to call your landlord or spend money on an electrician. Just insert Snug Plug into any loose wall outlet and your plugs will be snug! https://bit.ly/snugplugFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:NOW OUT - Watch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEwFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardust Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on the Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury talks all about caulk. You know, the silicone kind. That goes on your bathroom fixtures and tubs! Get your mind out of the gutter, haha!Learn how to remove caulking, apply it so it will actually stay on and look professional, and troubleshoot when your caulking cracks or gaps. You'll also learn about tips and tricks for hiring a contractor, as well as troubleshooting the leak coming from your shower arm when replacing the showerhead in your bathroom. Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustSnug Plug is the latest and greatest solution to a very common household problem many people face, having your wall plugs fall out of loose wall outlets. Now with Snug Plug there will be no more frustration losing connection while using your vacuum, hair dryer or not having your phone charge overnight. No need to call your landlord or spend money on an electrician. Just insert Snug Plug into any loose wall outlet and your plugs will be snug! https://bit.ly/snugplugFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Join Mercury in raising $1 MILLION for Trans Healthcare! http://www.pointofpride.org/mercuryFind extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustNOW OUT - Watch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Here at the Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury takes your questions submitted to 608-205-8768 via voicemail and text messages. This week she answers questions about a sink backing up into a garbage disposal, fixing cracked ceilings in a condo, how to prioritize projects as a new homeowner, removing popcorn ceilings, and how to talk to your landlord about a damaged counter that can't be repaired.Want your questions answered too? Give us a call! And text us a picture of your kitty cats for an extra bonus, haha!iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustSnug Plug is the latest and greatest solution to a very common household problem many people face, having your wall plugs fall out of loose wall outlets. Now with Snug Plug there will be no more frustration losing connection while using your vacuum, hair dryer or not having your phone charge overnight. No need to call your landlord or spend money on an electrician. Just insert Snug Plug into any loose wall outlet and your plugs will be snug! https://bit.ly/snugplugFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Find extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustNOW OUT - Watch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome back to the Handy Ma'am Hotline! This week Mercury helps someone who's cats knocked down a fireplace mantel, a homeowner who wants to paint their kitchen cabinets, a first time renter who's on the hunt for an apartment, a brand new homeowner who's plumbing was done...a little wonky...and a tile renovation that is a bit outside of her wheelhouse!Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing by tagging @ifixit in your DIY projects! Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. https://ifix.gd/mercurystardustSnug Plug is the latest and greatest solution to a very common household problem many people face, having your wall plugs fall out of loose wall outlets. Now with Snug Plug there will be no more frustration losing connection while using your vacuum, hair dryer or not having your phone charge overnight. No need to call your landlord or spend money on an electrician. Just insert Snug Plug into any loose wall outlet and your plugs will be snug! https://bit.ly/snugplugFind some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Find extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustNOW OUT - Watch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week Mercury teaches how to find out what's behind a wall so you can hang a TV, covering up an exposed ceiling in the basement, fixing scratched hardwood floors so you can get your deposit back, remedying flooded carpets, and helping a mom keep her home safe for her and her son.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.It’s Fixit Feb! And iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing with #FixitFeb. Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Find extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustNOW OUT - Watch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe

This week on Handy Ma'am Hotline, Mercury tackles questions from renters and homeowners, and each of those have their own unique set of problems and solutions! She answers questions about cleaning a dryer vent that's on a second story, fixing old window cranks that's aren't opening windows anymore, safely removing mounting tape & fixing the drywall when it doesn't come off properly, remounting a loose outlet box, and creating a kit of tools and materials that you may need to keep on hand as a homeowner for quick fixes.Don't forget to call in or text with your questions for the next episode! 608-205-8768.It’s Fixit Feb! And iFixit is celebrating their 20th anniversary and 20 years of advocating for fair repair laws. Start your own repair projects and show us what you're fixing with #FixitFeb. Don't forget to check out ifixit.com before you get started. They've got parts, tools and guides to help you fix all kinds of stuff and you can use code MERCURY10 for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. Find some Mercury Stardust goodies here:Find extended versions of the podcast on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mercurystardustNOW OUT - Watch longer DIY videos with Mercury on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC4uAI3alDB7kUisg24_nKEw Get the After Show Preshow Show Show on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Mercury Stardust Media at mercurystardust.substack.com/subscribe