FIX IT RADIO: Fall Prep Made Easy: From Self-Draining Sprinklers to Screw Tackle Boxes. 9-20-25

As autumn edges closer, https://FixIt-Radio.com host John Rush and co-host Larry Younger share timely, money-saving tips for every homeowner. They begin with sprinklers, busting the myth that every system needs an expensive fall blowout. Modern irrigation clocks have seasonal settings that let you dial watering down to 85–90 percent without touching each zone, and many newer systems self-drain—making pricey blowouts unnecessary unless you’re dealing with decades-old PVC lines. John explains how to read your lawn, track nighttime temperatures, and know exactly when it’s truly time to shut the system off. A caller then raises a propane safety scare when a two-year-old tank suddenly leaks. John and Larry walk through safe storage practices, confirm Worthington Industries as a major U.S. manufacturer, and remind listeners why propane cylinders should never be kept inside the house. The conversation shifts to the shop, where leftover screws and flimsy cardboard boxes spark a new challenge: storage. John reveals his own system of heavy-duty “tackle box” organizers, explains the secret location of these containers at Home Depot, and shares a pro tip for using the store’s app to find exact aisles and bins. From irrigation know-how to hardware hoarding, this episode delivers a toolbox full of practical advice and clever hacks that will save you money—and maybe a headache—before winter sets in.