Have you ever wanted to build your own house? The story of Chuc and Linda Willson might give you encouragement. The 60-something couple designed and built their own place using local, sustainable materials wherever they could. See how they did it right here.
Ever thought of building your own home? Take a quick photo tour of the stone and timber house Steve built on Manitoulin Island.
Do you dream of building your own cabin or tiny home? Need plans and hands-on construction help with videos? Download Steve Maxwell’s Cozy Cabin building course risk free. It’s the next best thing to having Steve working side-by-side with you on your site.
Check out Steve’s list of mold control product numbers from various suppliers across North America. No need to rely on store clerks to find products they don’t know exist. Just give them the number if they’re baffled – and they often are!
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Food security, great meals and a chance to save money. Root cellars are making a come-back for good reasons.
Paying contractors in cash is a bad idea that is leading to some unfortunate consequences for Homeowners and Home Professionals.
An essential, hands-on skill for people with wood to cut.
Why the decline of this old virtue is something we must stop.
Learn about the last 27 years of Steve’s time on Manitoulin Island, and the two trucks that have been part of the adventure.
Steve describes his accidental test to determine if fertilizer really works.
Steve explains a system that cleans roof water before storing it in a cistern, and offers directions for more information.