Question: Should I spray foam directly on the bedrock in the crawlspace under the house I’m building or put crushed stone on the rock before spraying? Answer: If you want to avoid grieving moisture problems, you need to back up…
Are you planning to do some painting at your place? IChoosing the right paint roller can make a big difference to the speed and quality you achieve. In the world of painting, the part of a roller that holds paint is…
Replacing old windows in your home is one of the best ways to improve energy efficiency, comfort, and appearance. But with so many options on the market, and installation details that can make or break performance, it pays to understand…
Buyers don’t need a lot of time to form an opinion. That’s why the walkthrough is one of the most important parts of the selling process. If your home doesn’t look or feel right, buyers will move on—sometimes without even…
Have you ever walked through your home and wondered if it’s truly ready for potential buyers? Selling a property involves more than just putting a “For Sale” sign in the yard. It means making sure your home is in good…
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shows you how to hang up clothes and your power gobbling habits with energy efficient ways to dry your laundry.
Hand-held circular saw power tools open a wide range of home improvement possibilities, says Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man.
Canada’s Handiest Man, Steve Maxwell, teaches do-it-yourself homeowners how to caulk properly and prevent futile blobs of ineffectual goop.
Steve Maxwell talks about a unique building product that replaces both wood framing and conventional insulation.
Success in the workshop comes down to a bunch of skills – many of them small – that let you make good things happen. In today’s video I show the different options for stripping wire. This video is part of…
Although it’s not thought of very often – and perhaps spoken of even less – a life surrounded by beauty is one of the most important things in life. And this is probably the case for more people than realize…
Your garage door is one of the hardest-working things in your home. Opening and closing, up and down dozens of times a week. It is a big job for our garage door to work so hard, protecting your car, your…