Home Exteriors

QUESTION: What’s the best way to insulate the roof of a screened porch covered with a tin roof? It’s a…

Are you thinking of connecting an electric generator to your house to provide backup power? There are different options –…

When it comes to solar energy, there are a lot of benefits to be reaped by both homeowners and businesses…

When it comes to solar energy, there are a lot of benefits to be reaped by both homeowners and businesses…

Pressurize your water system, not your blood pressure. Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, discusses seasonal water system solutions for cottagers.

The ability to store fruits and vegetables long-term at your own house is an idea that will never go out…

Question: How can I install asphalt shingles on a roof from the top down? I’ve heard this is a better…

Watch a water well being drilled from start to finish, including an unexpected ending. This video is from my online…

Pressurize your water system, not your blood pressure. Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, discusses seasonal water system solutions for cottagers.

Steve Maxwell explains the importance of how homeowners handle unforeseen problems as they emerge in the home, especially in relation…

If you’re dealing with pesky little insects buzzing around your home, chances are you have gnats. Even though gnats are…

Many construction projects benefit from the services of a professional structural engineer, irrespective of building type whether it’s residential or…

Your three-season porch is maybe one of your favorite spots in your whole house. But what if it has lost…

Have questions about what’s right and wrong when it comes to insulation? Steve busts the top seven insulation myths so…

In this week’s video episode, see a simple routed profile that makes any deck look way better; watch two wrong…

Q: Is moss on a house roof a serious problem? About 20% of the asphalt shingle roof area of a…

Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shares his do-it-yourself tips on how to create the optimal garage.

Owning a home comes with ongoing responsibility. From leaking roofs to failing water heaters, essential home repairs can sneak up…

Perfectly working gutters are crucial for the smooth functioning of your property’s roof drainage system. They direct water from your…

Wood is a beautiful home feature, but it’s only as good as the finish that’s applied to it. And truth…

In this week’s video episode, watch Steve cut into a failed submersible water well pump; see a big power hacksaw…