Live from Lurvey in Des Plaines, Lou Manfredini sat down with Jake Ter Haar from State Street Repair to talk about the growing popularity of battery-powered outdoor power equipment, especially Toro’s lineup of tools, and why more homeowners are making the switch. Jake explained that Toro’s battery-powered tools require far less maintenance than gas equipment, are easier to use, and have come a long way in both runtime and reliability.

The conversation also highlighted Toro’s Flex-Force Battery Power System, which uses one interchangeable battery to power more than 75 outdoor tools—from mowers and trimmers to blowers, chain saws and snow blowers. Jake shared why State Street Repair has become a trusted destination for both homeowners and professionals, offering sales, service and warranty repairs for Toro and nearly every major outdoor power equipment brand, making it a one-stop shop for keeping lawn equipment running at its best. Listen below:

You can find State Street Repair on Facebook or call them at 708-331-0063. Visit www.toro.com for more information! Listen to the full HouseSmarts Radio broadcast LIVE from Lurvey in Des Plaines!

Scott Goczkowski, General Manager of Lurvey’s Home and Garden, joins Lou Manfredini on HouseSmarts Radio to celebrate their 40th anniversary by sharing how they take pride in improving outdoor living spaces. Listen in while Scott talks about their inventory pride, landscape vision, and how their professionals can help bring them to life.

Listen to the full HouseSmarts Radio broadcast LIVE from Lurvey in Des Plaines!

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners,
special guests, information on new products, and more LIVE from Lurvey Home & Garden!

Lou was joined by Lurvey Home and Garden general manager Scott Goczkowski, State Street Repair/Toro Retailer Jake Ter Haar, Simple Flooring lead estimator John Ingo, and Adrian Pulido from Techo-Bloc before Bob Bertog from Bertog Landscape sat down with Lou to answer questions from WGN Radio listeners on the phone and in-person! While you listen, swipe through our photo gallery below to see how much fun we had!

• It’s showtime with Lou Manfredini LIVE from Lurvey in Des Plaines. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Bob Bertog was also here bright and early! Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Team Bertog in full force at Lurvey! Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Lurvey Home and Garden in Des Plaines. (Credit:: Bertog Landscape)
• What a great crowd we had at Lurvey! Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Thank you to producer Jeff Carlin and engineer Dan Long for making the show sound as good as it was. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• If you heard Lou reference a fan from Wisconsin throughout the show, this was her and she was a delight. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Lurvey GM Scott Goczkowski and his team were excellent hosts for our remote broadcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• When Lou raises the strawberry, you clap. Thems the rules. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Jake Ter Haar from State Street Repair in South Holland, IN tagging int o join Lou. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Jake and Lou discussed how Toro’s battery platform is top notch, especially for mowers. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Our WGN Radio interns with a Toro bundle giveaway, on-site at Lurvey. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• John Ingo from Simple Flooring with Lou Manfredini LIVE at Lurvey in Des Plaines. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Lou and John talked about how Simple Flooring will bring their products and samples to your house to discuss what’s best for you! Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• The Simple Flooring Team at Lurvey for Lou’s broadcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Adrian Pulido from Techo-Bloc with Lou Manfredini live from Lurvey in Des Plaines. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Adrian and Lou chat about how Techo-Bloc can transform your outdoor living space. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• The Techo-Bloc Team at Lurvey! Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Up Next: Mr. Bob Bertog! Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Bob was actually educating Lou on some of the plants in front of them. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• This listener actually had photos on his phone to show Lou, while asking a question on-air. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• SANTA!!!! We know him ( in our best Elf voice) Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• The listeners brought great questions to the broadcast at Lurvey. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Just a couple of experts talking shop. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Round of applause to Intern Jack for holding the mic for listener questions. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Producer Jeff Carlin conducting the raffle with some beautiful arrangements from Bertog Landscape! Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Susan Ryba with Bertog Landscape and a Lurvey Home and Garden employee posing with their floral designs. (Credit: Bertog Landscape)
• Thank you to All Belgium Waffles for fueling us all at Lurvey during the broadcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• When the shades go on, Lou means business…or it’s just really sunny out. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Bob Bertog with Bertog Landscape talking with a customer. (Credit: Bertog Landscape)
• Lurvey GM Scott Goczkowski joins Lou Manfredini on HouseSmarts Radio. (K. Quinn/WGN Radio)
• John Ingo from Simple Flooring with Lou Manfredini LIVE at Lurvey Home and Garden in Des Plaines. (K. Quinn/WGN Radio)
• Bob Bertog with Bertog Landscape joins Lou Manfredini live from Lurvey Home and Garden. (K. Quinn/WGN Radio)
• Lou Manfredini with Bob Bertog with the live audience at Lurvey Home and Garden. (K. Quinn/WGN Radio)
• Bob Bertog and Lou Manfredini interacting with a listener. (K. Quinn/WGN Radio)
• The Bertog Landscape crew with Lou Manfredini. (Credit: Bertog Landscape)
• Bob Bertog and Lou Manfredini chatting during a commercial break. (Credit:: Bertog Landscape)
• Lou talking with the WGN Radio listeners at Lurvey Home and Garden. (K. Quinn/WGN Radio)

Lou Manfredini hops on the show with Lisa to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on upgrading air filters, sanding your sink, making sure rodents don’t come by your vehicle, and more!

The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tackle the pesky moss, mildew, and stains that can show up on the exterior of your home and how to clean them. As always, Lou takes texts and calls from devoted WGN listeners!

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with expert advice for homeowners, special guests, innovative new products, practical tips, and much more!

This week’s New to Lou Too spotlight is on FlexTek Bands. Designed to fit seamlessly into your daily routine, these wearable resistance bands help you build arm strength while walking, working, or even watching TV. It’s an easy way to add strength training to your day—no gym required. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent to answer questions on listener projects. From preventing concrete staining to surge protection and glass block window leaks, Lou’s got you covered.

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back to celebrate the Fourth of July and America’s 250th anniversary with expert advice for homeowners, special guests, innovative new products, and practical tips to help you make the most of summer around the house!

This week’s New to Lou Too features Drake’s Yankee Doodle Cakes! A genuine classic, delicious devils food cake, filled with rich vanilla creme. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.