Is your house smelling musty now that hot, humid weather has arrived? I often get seasonal questions at this at this time of year from homeowners with basements or slab-on-grade houses. The true solution to this problem is often surprising,…
Pressure washers (also called power washers) are a popular home maintenance tool because they clean brick, siding, decks, vehicles and equipment more thoroughly than just a hose on its own, and they do it in record time. I have used many…
If you do anything at all creative with your hands, you might appreciate an idea I call “the challenge of a thousand decisions”. From moment to creative moment we’re all faced with decisions – many of them small – either…
A while back I read an article that got me thinking. Apparently, less than half of two thousand high school students polled felt that a university education will secure them a good job. A few days earlier I’d talked to…
Building a robust garage isn’t just about putting up four walls and a roof. It requires thoughtful planning and quality choices in every aspect. You’ll need to consider the materials you use, like steel for framing and treated lumber to…
Choosing the perfect garage door might seem like a daunting task, but with a dash of fun and a sprinkle of information, you’ll find the ideal match for your home in no time. Whether you’re looking for functionality, style, or…
Do you need some roof repair because your asphalt shingles got torn in the wind? Let me show you how to fix that with a job I did on my now house a while back. It’s got a steep roof,…
Using a beautiful lakeside site example, Steve Maxwell reveals four pivotal strategies that can help anyone interested in building elegantly and efficiently with minimal environmental impact.
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Seasonal water system are great when they work, but can also be troublesome to get going again. Did you have trouble priming your cottage water system this spring? Add a few pieces of hardware this coming fall and your troubles will be over.
These are roof trusses and they exist in most modern houses immediately above the ceiling of the top-most storey of your house. Changes in truss shape from summer to winter can cause truss movement, banging sounds and drywall cracks. Does…
Are you about to enter the home renovation game? Steve Maxwell recommends a little third party renovation advocacy in the form of a Renovation Coach.