COTTAGE PLUMBING: Priming Your Seasonal Water System The Easy Way
Pressurize your water system, not your blood pressure. Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, discusses seasonal water system solutions for cottagers.
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HOUSEHOLD PESTS: How to Get Rid of Gnats
If you’re dealing with pesky little insects buzzing around your home, chances are you have gnats. Even though gnats are harmless to humans, the more they breed, the more they can create an ongoing, frustrating problem for your home. As…
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Find Trusted Structural Engineers Near Me for Safe & Smart Builds
Many construction projects benefit from the services of a professional structural engineer, irrespective of building type whether it’s residential or commercial property. Your project success depends heavily on their essential role that enables safe conditions, stable structure and optimal performance….
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Weekend Porch Refresh – Small Changes, Big Impact
Your three-season porch is maybe one of your favorite spots in your whole house. But what if it has lost a bit of its original charm lately – scuffed floors, saggy cushions, or the whole space just feels off and…
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Top Seven Home Insulation Myths Busted
Have questions about what’s right and wrong when it comes to insulation? Steve busts the top seven insulation myths so that you can go back to making your home as dry and energy efficient as possible.
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DECK BOARD BULLNOSE: Learn a Simple Detail That Makes Any Deck Look Better
In this week’s video episode, see a simple routed profile that makes any deck look way better; watch two wrong ways of adjusting a router to cut the bullnose profile; see how to make a perfect deck board bullnose edge
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ROOFTOP MOSS: “Does This Stuff Really Damage My Roof?”
Q: Is moss on a house roof a serious problem? About 20% of the asphalt shingle roof area of a house we’re looking to buy has moss growing on it, mostly near a large maple tree. Is there a proper…
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HOME WORKSHOPS: Good Things Happen in Simple Workspaces
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shares his do-it-yourself tips on how to create the optimal garage.
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Essential Home Repairs: Strategies and Financing Options for Homeowners
Owning a home comes with ongoing responsibility. From leaking roofs to failing water heaters, essential home repairs can sneak up quickly—and the costs often follow just as fast. When something breaks down, ignoring it only makes the damage worse. Therefore,…
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3 Major Signs Your Gutters Need Immediate Attention
Perfectly working gutters are crucial for the smooth functioning of your property’s roof drainage system. They direct water from your roof and foundation to prevent water damage and protect your home. If left unchecked for a long time, gutters can…
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WOOD FINISHING: How to Stain and Seal Interior Woodwork Like a Pro
Wood is a beautiful home feature, but it’s only as good as the finish that’s applied to it. And truth be told, a lot of people have trouble putting a simple, smooth, effective finish on interior wood. I know because…
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WHAT WENT WRONG?: Failed Submersible Water Well Pump Tear-Down
In this week’s video episode, watch Steve cut into a failed submersible water well pump; see a big power hacksaw in action; discover how a nearly-new submersible pump destroyed itself from the inside out
