BUILDING SCALE HOUSE MODELS: A Great Way to Design & Practice Construction
In this video, Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains the usefulness of scale architectural models before beginning a custom home build.
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Canadian-Made Slate Roof Substitute Video Tour
Like slate roofs but not the high price? Check out this review of a slate substitute that’s half the price and less than half the weight.
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“How Can I Bore 2″ Holes in a Concrete Basement Floor?”
Question: Can I drill a two-inch hole through the concrete floor of my basement for the drain tube of an air conditioner? The nearest drainpipe is 25 feet away and I don’t want to install plastic pipes running along the…
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BETTER FENCES: Best practices for Building well
In at least one way, wooden residential fences are like most other home improvement projects. The more you put into design and construction details, the more you get back. This article is for people who want a lot from their…
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Choosing a Basement Waterproofing Contractor
Question: How should I choose a contractor to stop my basement from leaking water during wet weather? I don’t want to be ripped off and I feel like a sitting duck. Answer: You’re wise to be concerned because the technical…
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Sinking Sidewalks & Uneven Driveways? Here’s the Smartest Fix (Without Tearing Them Out!)
A smooth, level driveway or sidewalk isn’t just about looks—it’s about safety and durability. When concrete starts to sink, it creates trip hazards, drainage problems, and an overall worn-out appearance. Over time, shifting soil, water erosion, and seasonal freeze-thaw cycles…
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How to Identify a Poor Siding Installation Job
The average homeowner isn’t necessarily an expert in everything related to home construction and repair. Unfortunately, this can lead to unscrupulous contractors taking advantage of their naivete and costing them thousands of dollars in repairs. Today, we’ll examine some of…
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Attics Offer Big Potential for Great Living Space
Here’s how to make your attic potential a reality.
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BIG FABRIC STRUCTURE: Watch the Unloading of my 12,000 lbs Project
When I needed more covered storage space on my rural property, I decided to put up a fabric structure. I went with a company called Calhoun Super Structure and took delivery of the parts for a 42×80-foot structure. Click the…
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SMARTPHONE CHOOSES PAINT COLOURS: Let Your Electronics Help You Out
Sometimes choosing paint colours for your home is as much of a challenge and putting the paint on, and that’s where something called the NIX Mini Color Sensor can help. I have no reason to recommend it except that I’ve…
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LIGHTEST & WARMEST BASEMENT SUBFLOOR OPTION – See This All-New 100% Foam Product
Building products are always getting better, and that goes especially for items made for finishing basement. Insul-Armor is an up-and-coming subfloor product that does a number of things exceptionally well. It’s light in weight, it cuts easily with a knife,…
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Building a Deck Foundation on Bedrock
A while back I got an email from a cottage owner asking about options for building a deck on bedrock. This is a common situation in many areas with lakes and cottages. He asked in particular about a foundation on…
