Christopher Lanier

Handyman

Christopher Lanier is a Handyman and the former Owner and operator of Watson & Company Handiworks, a handyman business in Austin, Texas. For nearly 5 years Christopher specialized in outdoor light installation, furniture assembly, TV mounting, and window treatment installation. Before closing in 2021 Watson & Company Handiworks was rated as a Top Pro by Thumbtack. Christopher holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Austin. He currently works as an inventory manager at Grocery TV, the largest digital advertising network in the U.S. grocery industry.

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Co-authored Articles (17)

How to

Adjust Door Hinges

If you're having problems with your door, you may need to adjust the hinges. Fortunately, adjusting door hinges can easily be done at home using a few simple tools.

How to Cover a Hole in a Wall

Obscure or fix drywall damage with these simple tricks It’s always best to actually fix a hole in the wall, but you do have options if you’re desperate for a temporary way to patch or cover a hole. For nail holes, ho...

Adjusting French Doors: Your Top Problems Solved

Everything you need to know about fixing sagging doors, drafts, and moreOver time, French doors will start to loosen in their frame and hang crooked, making it difficult to open or close. Luckily, leveling your doors is ...

How to

Set Up a Home Theater System

Dreaming of bringing the movie theater experience to your living room? Having your own home theater system makes every at-home movie night feel special, and it's surprisingly simple to set up. In this article, we'll walk...

How to Switch Out a Doorbell Transformer

Learn to disconnect and reinstall a transformerA doorbell transformer converts electricity to a lower voltage, then sends the current to the doorbell’s other parts. Often enough, replacing a faulty transformer is a fai...

How to

Repair Woodpecker Holes in Cedar Siding

An easy guide on patching and repairing holes in cedar sidingWhen it comes to preferred wood to peck, woodpeckers love soft siding material such as cedar. If the siding of your home happens to be made of this material an...

How to

Build Garage Shelving

If you have a cluttered garage, adding shelves can help you organize your space. If you have a large garage, freestanding shelving units are perfect to set up against a wall. However, if you don't have open floor space, ...

How to

Replace a Sliding Glass Door with French Doors

Replacing old sliding glass doors with hinged French doors is a popular option for updating your home and adding new, elegant style. Installing French doors from scratch is a big job, but it’s made easier by pre-made d...

How to Waterproof an Outdoor Storage Box

You have a wooden box that would be perfect for outdoor storage, but there’s one problem: it’s not waterproof. Fortunately, by using varnish, you can turn any wooden box into a waterproof outdoor storage container th...

How to Decorate Your Deck with String Lights

DIY decorating tips for a sparkly deck atmosphereString lights suspended above a deck space creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. The soft glow of the lights is both soothing and practical, filling your outdoor space w...

9 Simple Ways to Hide and Organize Computer Cables

You've organized your space and have your computer area just the way you want—the only problem is all the cords! Lots of wires stretching across your desk can make it look messy, and if wires hang to the floor, you cou...

How to

Hang String Lights in a Backyard Without Trees

There’s just something about sitting beneath hanging lights on a nice summer evening that creates an ethereal ambiance. In addition to being beautiful, hanging string lights provide ample backyard lighting at nighttime...

How to

Hang a Ladder on a Wall

Hanging a ladder on a wall is pretty easy, even if you don’t have much experience with power tools. To hang a ladder for decorative purposes, get L-brackets to support your ladder on the wall. Install L-brackets for th...

How to

Install Cabling in a Pre Built Home

Cabling refers to low-voltage cables that bring phone, TV, and internet service into your home. They are commonly coaxial or ethernet cables. Usually these wires are installed when a house is built, but you can also retr...

How to

Hide Security Camera Wires

Dangling and exposed security camera wires can not only break the décor of your home, but also offer a good opportunity for thieves to disconnect your cameras by cutting the hanging cables. Luckily, there are many simpl...

How to

Hide Cables on the Wall

Cables on the wall can be an eyesore, especially if you prefer a streamlined look for your home. If you own your own home, you can install cable plates by cutting a hole in the drywall and feeding cords through that hole...

How to

Organize Cords

If messy cables and cords are driving you nuts, fret not! You can easily organize your cords to sort them for short or long-term storage. Changing your organizational system will make it easy to find and identify your co...