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The Cheap Handyman: True (and Disastrous) Tales from a [Home Improvement Expert] Guy Who Should Know Better Paperback – May 4 2021
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Hilarious adventures in home renovations and repairs, from a real-life Red Green.
Meet Brian Harris, a (mostly) retired, self-proclaimed jack of all trades with a knack for home improvements and inventive money-saving schemes. Armed with a soldering gun, his trusty 9-foot ladder, and of course the handyman’s secret weapon—duct tape—Brian’s projects start out as simple chores: trim a tree branch, stain the cedar siding on his home...but all too often they end in costly disaster.
Sometimes he’s trying to do the right thing, like the time he wrecked his pool while saving some baby ducks. Often, he channels his inner MacGyver: he once taped his hockey skate back together so he could finish his rec-league game, only to get suspended for falling on the referee when it broke (again). But usually, he’s just trying to save a buck, like the time he accidentally destroyed an expensive car key fob because he wouldn’t pay the (outrageous) $10 fee to have the new battery professionally replaced.
Filled with funny and entertaining true stories from the everyday life of an average guy just trying to save a few dollars, The Cheap Handyman is a tribute to anyone who has ever thought, “Sure! I can do that!”
Meet Brian Harris, a (mostly) retired, self-proclaimed jack of all trades with a knack for home improvements and inventive money-saving schemes. Armed with a soldering gun, his trusty 9-foot ladder, and of course the handyman’s secret weapon—duct tape—Brian’s projects start out as simple chores: trim a tree branch, stain the cedar siding on his home...but all too often they end in costly disaster.
Sometimes he’s trying to do the right thing, like the time he wrecked his pool while saving some baby ducks. Often, he channels his inner MacGyver: he once taped his hockey skate back together so he could finish his rec-league game, only to get suspended for falling on the referee when it broke (again). But usually, he’s just trying to save a buck, like the time he accidentally destroyed an expensive car key fob because he wouldn’t pay the (outrageous) $10 fee to have the new battery professionally replaced.
Filled with funny and entertaining true stories from the everyday life of an average guy just trying to save a few dollars, The Cheap Handyman is a tribute to anyone who has ever thought, “Sure! I can do that!”
- Print length224 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherSimon & Schuster
- Publication dateMay 4 2021
- Dimensions13.97 x 1.52 x 21.27 cm
- ISBN-10198215103X
- ISBN-13978-1982151034
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“There's no better way to avoid pain, expense, and embarrassment than by learning from somebody else’s mistakes.”
— RED GREEN
“Let the door knobs fall off and the faucets drip and the electrical fires burn! Put down the fire extinguisher and pick up The Cheap Handyman, because this book is all the fix-it you need for your hurt home improvement ego. B.S. Harris makes you feel instantly better about your own ineptitude, I promise. Also, can someone call 9-1-1 for me?”
— HARRISON SCOTT KEY, author of The World’s Largest Man and winner of the Thurber Prize for Humor
— RED GREEN
“Let the door knobs fall off and the faucets drip and the electrical fires burn! Put down the fire extinguisher and pick up The Cheap Handyman, because this book is all the fix-it you need for your hurt home improvement ego. B.S. Harris makes you feel instantly better about your own ineptitude, I promise. Also, can someone call 9-1-1 for me?”
— HARRISON SCOTT KEY, author of The World’s Largest Man and winner of the Thurber Prize for Humor
About the Author
B.S. Harris is a father and husband, now retired from his “day job” but still finding ways to fill his days as a cheap handyman. He grew up in an average, hard-working home and was fortunate enough to earn a post-secondary degree. He is an amateur athlete and musician, and a lifelong motorcycle enthusiast. He and his very understanding family live in Southern Ontario, Canada.
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- Publisher : Simon & Schuster (May 4 2021)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 224 pages
- ISBN-10 : 198215103X
- ISBN-13 : 978-1982151034
- Item weight : 184 g
- Dimensions : 13.97 x 1.52 x 21.27 cm
- Best Sellers Rank: #275,311 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #1,098 in Home Improvement (Books)
- #6,563 in Humour (Books)
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As a young handyman I understand, and can relate to a lot of the situations mentioned in this book. However the humour and facepalm moments give it a twist that I personally don't experience when doing my own projects. The writing style is rather informal compared to other books but that in itself made the book feel more like a conversation with an old buddy. I enjoyed every bit of it and would give it more stars if I could. I'd recommend this to anyone who works in trades or anyone who is or wants to be a handyman. There are things to learn in this book. Honestly I think anyone who wants a good laugh should read this. The stories are short, to the point and very entertaining.
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Each story has it's very own somewhat predictable disaster and hillarious to watch it play out!
5.0 out of 5 stars
A very funny book and relatable to anyone who has ever tried doing work around the house!
Reviewed in Canada on May 27, 2022
A must for the wannabe handy person. We need more books like this these days to make us laugh!
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Larry Phillips
5.0 out of 5 stars
Simple plans gone wrong. We can all relate!
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2021Verified Purchase
This little book of misadventures is a real gem. For anyone who has owned a car, house or other equipment, we can see ourselves in most of these situations, and probably get reminded of our own disasters. Mostly the damage is to the ego and the wallet, so in the end we can laugh along with the author. The biggest lesson seems to be, you have to tackle these everyday challenges with a sense of humour. Hopefully there will be a second book that recounts some actual triumphs by our intrepid DIY’er!

Sunnyfields
1.0 out of 5 stars
Production quality poor
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2021Verified Purchase
Some of the pages weren't cut; I returned the book.

Leah Breanne
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect Father’s Day gift!! Highly recommend!
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2021Verified Purchase
This made me laugh from start to finish!! Recommended it as a Father’s Day gift to many friends and have heard great feedback already!! Highly recommend if you want a relatable laugh!!

Margaret LaMonte
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Read! Highly recommend it!
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2021Verified Purchase
Great read! Very funny and helpful as a new home owner looking to avoid costly mistakes!