COMMUNITY MEMBER DISCOUNT CODE BELOW: In this week’s off-grid insider’s lesson you’ll learn some of the electrical theory necessary to understand how a solar/wind electrical system works. Instructional video from my off-grid course is below, too. Voltage: Just like with…
Want to boost your energy self-reliance? Would you like to build on property with no access to grid power? Perhaps you’re tired of blackouts and energy vulnerability? Solar and wind energy systems can be your ticket to freedom, and my online…
If you value a clean yard, vehicles and outdoor recreational equipment, at some stage you may have thought of buying a pressure washer. I’ve been using these outdoor power tools for 25 years and this article will help you decide…
Whether it’s a passion project or simply a way to add value to your property, landscaping requires time and expertise to pull off. Most homeowners would prefer getting a contractor for such a project, but even so, it matters a…
PUBLISHED 1Apr2020: Clogged and blocked drains are one of the most common plumbing problems in cities like Sydney, Australia. Typically, in many places, the main reason behind blockages is what we put down drains. However, if you live in Sydney another…
Q: What’s the best way to clear snow from my long rural driveway? I’m a newly-single woman with a 16 year old son living on an old farm. My driveway is 800 meters (875 yards) long and last year we…
Riding lawn mowers can help make your life easier and your lawn beautiful, but there is a lot to consider before you buy – from where to make your purchase to the features you should look for. Wondering where to…
BONUS: Don’t miss the two tech videos below. More and more people are deciding to get proactive about electrical power supply at homes, cottages and small businesses, and that’s why standby generators are gaining in popularity. Declining reliability of the…
Q: How can I paint the rusty steel railing that goes across the front of my property? I want the results to lasts, but I haven’t had good luck in the past painting exterior metal. A: If the rust is…
Q: I’m writing to ask for the follow-up to a Toronto Star column you wrote a number of years ago regarding a septic system product called SeptiCleanse. Does this product continue to work well for you? I’ve got a septic system…
Congratulations! Someone who cares about you has bought you the gift of four of my instructional video ebooks. Click here to use your gift code now, or read on to learn more about what you get. Now it’s time to get…
Generally speaking, they don’t make things to be repaired like they used to, but every so often I find a company that’s bucking this trend. It happened most recently as I was researching home generators and getting ready to test…