It takes diligence to buy a resale home wisely because it’s hard to know what you’re getting. That’s why people hire home inspectors. But even the best home inspector can’t give you numbers on how efficient a home is. A […]
Continue ReadingTime to Make the Trades Cool Again
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, discusses the decline of people entering trade jobs in Canada.
Continue ReadingTOO HOT UPSTAIRS: Causes and Cures of this Widespread Problem
Tired of running your A/C full blast, only to have your upstairs rooms still too hot? Steve tells us about the trick of using openable skylights to help your air conditioner keep your whole house cooler.
Continue ReadingFive Little Things That Matter
Every building job is made of tasks, and every task requires that materials, labour and tools come together. Sometimes the smallest tool, gadget or gizmo can make a huge difference in the quality, efficiency and the outcome of jobs. I call […]
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VIDEO: Leak-Proof Alternative to Eavestrough
Sick and tired of leaky, clog-prone eavestrough? You might consider a trough-free alternative that Steve has used at his own place. Click to watch it in action.
Continue ReadingSMARTER LIVING: Save Time & Trouble by putting Laundry in Kitchen
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, suggests homeowners save time and energy by locating their laundry appliances in kitchen. Now that’s multitasking!
Continue ReadingTOOL VIDEO: Tracksaw Delivers Clean-Cut Advantage
Watch and see the advantages offered by a tracksaw. Not many people know about these yet, but they should.
Continue ReadingOUTDOOR WOOD: All You Need to Know About Oiling
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains to handy DIY homeowners how to make oiling exterior wood easy and effective.
Continue ReadingRENO HEROES: A Visit to Al and Denise’s Fixer Upper
Got an older home to fix up? This is good work and it can save you a bundle. The thing is, you need decent tools to pull it offer efficient. Visit two people who know what that’s all about.
Continue ReadingSwimming Lessons, Swimming Pools & Pool Envy
I love swimming, and the fact that I’ve never owned a pool is one reason I’m susceptible to swimming pool envy. My first serious case hit when I was 12 years old. It happened in 1975, when the family of […]
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