If you’re planning to build a new backyard deck this year (or refurbish an old one with a good frame but rotted top), you’re probably about to make a mistake. Several mistakes, actually. The reason is because standard deck building…
Got a seasonal water system to put away for the winter? Watch the video below to learn about a fast, fool-proof way to winterize pipes inside your place. It even works with washing machines, dishwashers and water dispensers. Perfect for…
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains solutions to a common problem during Canadian summers: wood doors swelling and sticking.
If you own a summer cottage, you know there’s always a lot to do when closing up for the winter. That’s why it’s good to look for ways to make the job more effective. When I began my cottaging career…
Click below to watch me apply a new, coloured version of a favourite outdoor wood finish of mine. It’s called Ecowood Treatment. Join me as I apply the “weathered wood” version to a new white cedar picnic table. I’ve never used…
Paul Tyzek has a lot to teach. He’s an old-school solo painter in Winnipeg, Canada and he comes to the trade from a different angle than most. Paul’s a journeyman painter with 30+ years experience, but he’s also a trained…
A number of years ago I was asked to testify in a lawsuit involving a father who fell off a ladder building a shed for his adult son. This man was suing his son for not providing a safe working…
Got a seasonal water system that you need to protect from freezing? Check out this reliable, economical system I installed with a friend as a converts a seasonal property to year-round use.
Want to keep your home’s value strong? Start with maintenance. In Home Owner Association (HOA) communities, keeping up with your property doesn’t just help you—it helps the whole neighborhood. Whether you’re thinking of selling soon or just want to protect…
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, helps homeowners understand the importance of building straight, true, level homes.
Beginning back in 2013, I got to see first hand how a lack of household features for senior’s living typically leads to the loss of freedoms and an unwelcome move into a nursing home. That’s what happened to my father-in-law and…
As energy costs climb, efficient insulation is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. From commercial warehouses to residential renovations, today’s insulation solutions are evolving rapidly. The latest materials are designed to reduce energy loss, lower utility bills, and support long-term…