Article
Creating Dry Storage Space Beneath a Deck
Updated on May 17th, 2022
A homeowner wrote in to ask me how to keep water from dripping through a deck in order to have a weatherproof storage...Continue Reading
Article
Shedding Light on the Skylight
Updated on October 29th, 2014
Skylights strike the fear of leaks within homeowners This myth is one of the biggest reasons why skylights are rarely...Continue Reading
Article
Paint Storage Pointers
Updated on October 29th, 2014
If you have a some leftover paint after a project, instead of just tossing the cans in the most convenient area, read...Continue Reading
Landscaping
Lawn Fertility Adventure Part 2
Updated on October 29th, 2014
In the last blog on my lawn care adventure, I explained how nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) are the...Continue Reading
Article
Maintaining Steady Temperatures in Basement Wine Cellar
Updated on October 29th, 2014
A homeowner looking to create a wine cellar in their basement wrote in to ask for suggestions on how to insulate the...Continue Reading
Article
A Trio of Options to Combat Condensation in the Basement
Updated on January 17th, 2016
Condensation in a basement is a problem many households in Canada have, whether they realize it or not In my article...Continue Reading
Article
Cease Sap Seepage
Updated on October 29th, 2014
Sap seeping is a problem that is difficult to fix A homeowner wrote in wondering how to stop it from spilling on...Continue Reading
Article
Photovoltaics and Funds
Updated on October 29th, 2014
Have you been considering alternative forms of energy Read “Figuring Photovoltaics for a Cabin” to hear what I...Continue Reading
Article
Discussing Decline in Skilled Trades in Canada
Updated on October 29th, 2014
It’s unfortunate that there have been dire warnings about the impending shortage of skilled trades people in Canada...Continue Reading
Article
Deciphering Duct Pipe Installation
Updated on October 29th, 2014
If you’re looking to install insulated flex pipe for your heat recovery ventilation unit (HRV), you should read...Continue Reading
Article
Bringing Shine Back to Classic Canoes
Updated on October 29th, 2014
If you have an old cedar canoe that’s looking a little dull these days, read “Restoring a Cedar Canoe” to find...Continue Reading
Article
Add Beauty Inside Your Abode with Wainscoting
Updated on October 29th, 2014
Beautiful interior details can boost the perceived value of your house and add a warm, finished feeling to a room...Continue Reading