Off-Grid Energy
SELLING POWER BACK TO THE GRID: “How Do I Determin...
Published on May 11th, 2023
Have you ever thought of selling your own off-grid electricity back to the grid In this article I answer a student's...Continue Reading
Plumbing
WATER LINE FREEZE PROTECTION: Watch This In-Pipe Option ...
Published on May 4th, 2023
Got a water supply line that's in danger of freezing Where I live there are many homesites that don't have enough soil...Continue Reading
Home Exteriors
FANCY CEDAR SIDEWALL SHINGLING: Creating Your Own Classi...
Published on May 4th, 2023
Normally I'm not a fan of wood siding It just doesn't last long enough to be worthwhile in my book, and it's always...Continue Reading
Welding & Metalworking
GALVANIZED PIPE THREADER: See Amazing (and Super-Strong)...
Published on May 4th, 2023
Need to create threads on the ends of steel pipe I've got two videos to help In this week’s two-video episode,...Continue Reading
Philosophy
GET HAPPY: Why Creativity is Good for You
Published on May 4th, 2023
When my wife and I moved one of our sons into university a few years ago, I couldn’t help but notice all the posters...Continue Reading
Basements, Foundations & Attics
Epoxy Floor Coating Boosts Useful Basement Living Space
Published on April 21st, 2023
Sometimes a good coat of finish can make a world of difference, and concrete basement floors are a case in point If...Continue Reading
Heating, A/C & Ventilation
Replacing a Furnace – How (and when) to Choose Wisely
Updated on September 17th, 2024
A typical forced air, natural gas furnace installed in a new house Many modern gas furnaces are so efficient they...Continue Reading
Article
Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Is It Okay to Make a Vented...
Updated on May 12th, 2023
Q: Is it wise to remove attic insulation and replace it with spray foam on the underside of roof sheathing My brother...Continue Reading
Article
EARN A LIVING FROM ANYWHERE: Live, Online Training Camp ...
Updated on April 8th, 2023
Next Saturday the first session of my EARN A LIVING FROM ANYWHERE online training camp happens live on the internet,...Continue Reading
Philosophy
HOW TO STAY SANE IN A LESS-THAN-SANE WORLD
Updated on August 23rd, 2024
The world is faster, more demanding, less free and more competitive than it used to be, and I find that staying sane in...Continue Reading
Woodworking & Cabinetmaking
Learn How To Build Your Own Classic Cabinets & Buil...
Published on February 20th, 2023
If you've ever felt the urge to build your own cabinets, I have an encouraging story to share I always find it exciting...Continue Reading
Article
BUILD YOUR OWN TRADITIONAL FACE FRAME CABINETS: VIDEO #2...
Published on February 17th, 2023
Designing cabinets and floor plan layout is one of the most important parts of remodelling your kitchen, and the video...Continue Reading