With lakeside cottage season in full swing in many places, are you thinking about selling your city home and moving to the cottage full time? You’re not alone. More and more people are retiring and exercising their option to live…
Craftsmanship is the extent to which a person aims towards excellence, especially in any venture involving hands-on workmanship. It’s a product of skill, knowledge, experience and effort. And while craftsmanship pays off for the people in your life who enjoy…
Click above and see how I like to create water supply pipe connections. I used copper for years, but my current go-to is flexible PEX water pipe (PEX stands for cross-linked polyethylene) using a cordless ProPEX expander tool for the…
Question: Should I replace my 21 year old natural gas boiler and water heater with separate units like I have now, or should I consider a combination unit that handles both space heating and domestic hot water in one? I’ve been…
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shares his three essential woodworking hand tools.
Question: What’s the best way to clean rust and dirt off of an old door lock? It’s seized and the outside is rusty right now, but it looks like a nice old lock with potential. Answer: Good for you for…
Renovating your space should be exciting—but let’s be honest, it often feels overwhelming. Choosing paint colors and flooring is the fun part. The hard part? Finding a contractor who actually shows up, sticks to the plan, and doesn’t leave you…
If you’ve ever found yourself bundling up in blankets during winter or struggling to stay cool in summer you know how important comfort is. Creating a comfortable home throughout the year can be challenging when temperatures and weather conditions constantly…
How to thrive on the land without burnout, despair and failure
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shows you how to get the most tillage garden work done with the least amount of effort with handy garden tools.
Windows, often overlooked, are the silent architects of our living spaces. They orchestrate the subtle dance of light and air, shaping our daily experiences in ways we seldom realize. Consider the profound difference between a room bathed in natural sunlight…
When homeowners consider a home remodeling Chicago project, their focus often centers on visually appealing interior upgrades, such as kitchen renovations, bathroom expansions, or the addition of new living spaces. However, the roof, a critical yet often overlooked component, plays…