Peter Paquet is a drywall contractor friend of mine (also the best drywaller I know) who’s always quick with a joke and a smile, and he mentioned something once that I won’t forget. “If I hire a drywaller for my…
Do you want to gain the satisfaction of developing practical skills, saving money doing things yourself, and becoming more confident and creative with DIY and workshop projects? This has always been something that interested me from boyhood, and it’s still…
If you’re interested in gaining more than just added floor space from your upcoming home renovation or new belt, there’s a time-tested resource you need to absorb before anyone wearing a toolbelt arrives on the scene. It’s a book called…
Think you’ve seen everything log building has to offer? Think again, as we show you how this Canadian craftsman takes the craft to new levels.
Watch as Steve and Jake bring a rare Blanding’s turtle back to the lake.
When dementia strikes, a sense of helplessness comes with it. I know because we experienced that for a time in my extended family. But sometimes the best way to combat helplessness is to do what you can, when you can, for…
Everyone has weaknesses, some physical, some intellectual, some emotional. What matters is how you deal with them. I submit that there are two ways of dealing with personal weaknesses of all kinds, one healthy and difficult, the other easier and…
Becoming successful with DIY depends on more than just hands-on abilities. Underneath those are ways of thinking. That’s what this video explains
You want to sell your home quickly, without the hassle of repairs or endless showings. You’re tired of waiting for uncertain offers and dealing with complicated fees. It’s time for a stress-free, straightforward path forward. You’re seeking a solution that…
A while ago I heard from a reader named Mike about an article I wrote on the long-term shortage of skilled tradespeople in North America. The reality we’ve both observed is at least half a century old, and I hear about…
If you’re a tenant who’s been injured in your rental property, or a landlord worried about potential liability issues, understanding who’s legally responsible for these kinds of accidents matters. While the lines of accountability aren’t always clear-cut, there are certain…
I’ve often told my kids that there are two lifestyle decisions that have the largest impact on adult life: who you marry, and the work you choose to do. And one of the things I greatly value is work that…