Home Exteriors

Building a home from the ground up is a long and meticulous process. It’s crucial to plan every step properly…

  Choosing paint colors is probably the number#1 challenge faced by people looking to paint their homes, both inside and…

Have you ever thought of selling your own off-grid electricity back to the grid? This article is my answer a…

Watch Steve’s quick video on how to cut and install fancy cedar sidewall shingles as an artistic accent to any…

The idea was straightforward: wrap the house in a thick blanket of rigid foam and watch the energy bills drop…

Buying a rental property sounds like a smart move. You expect steady rent payments, tax benefits, and long-term value. But…

If you’re planning to build a new backyard deck this year (or refurbish an old one with a good frame…

Got a seasonal water system to put away for the winter? Watch the video below to learn about a fast,…

Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains solutions to a common problem during Canadian summers: wood doors swelling and sticking.

If you own a summer cottage, you know there’s always a lot to do when closing up for the winter…

Click below to watch me apply a new, coloured version of a favourite outdoor wood finish of mine. It’s called Ecowood…

Paul Tyzek has a lot to teach. He’s an old-school solo painter in Winnipeg, Canada and he comes to the…

A number of years ago I was asked to testify in a lawsuit involving a father who fell off a…

Got a seasonal water system that you need to protect from freezing? Check out this reliable, economical system I installed…

Want to keep your home’s value strong? Start with maintenance. In Home Owner Association (HOA) communities, keeping up with your…

Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, helps homeowners understand the importance of building straight, true, level homes.

Beginning back in 2013, I got to see first hand how a lack of household features for senior’s living typically…

As energy costs climb, efficient insulation is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. From commercial warehouses to residential renovations, today’s…

With lakeside cottage season in full swing in many places, are you thinking about selling your city home and moving…

Renovating your space should be exciting—but let’s be honest, it often feels overwhelming. Choosing paint colors and flooring is the…

Windows, often overlooked, are the silent architects of our living spaces. They orchestrate the subtle dance of light and air,…