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STONEWORK: See “New” Old-Time Stonework Up Close
One of the things I learned after I moved to the very rural Manitoulin Island, Canada back in the mid-1980s…
Simple Swaps: Upgrade Your Patio With These Five Transformation Details
Upgrading your patio does not require a complete overhaul or an exorbitant budget. Instead, with some stylish adjustments you can…
7 Modern Construction Techniques for Sustainable Homes
Modern appliances and building techniques can make homes more sustainable and eco-friendly. When homeowners want to be more conscious about…
How To Know When It’s Time To Replace Your Roof
Your roof is your home’s shield against rain, wind, snow, and sun. Yet, it’s easy to forget its importance until…
SUMMERTIME HOUSEHOLD MUSTINESS: Causes and Real Cures
Is your house smelling musty now that hot, humid weather has arrived? I often get seasonal questions at this at…
PRESSURE WASHER PITFALLS: Six Dangers to Watch For
Pressure washers (also called power washers) are a popular home maintenance tool because they clean brick, siding, decks, vehicles and…
QUALITY & MORALITY: Build Unto Others As You Would Have Them Build for You
If you do anything at all creative with your hands, you might appreciate an idea I call “the challenge of…
Why Good Trade Help Is Hard to Find
A while back I read an article that got me thinking. Apparently, less than half of two thousand high school…
6 Essential Tips for Building a Robust Garage
Building a robust garage isn’t just about putting up four walls and a roof. It requires thoughtful planning and quality…
How To Choose A Garage Door That Suits Your Home
Choosing the perfect garage door might seem like a daunting task, but with a dash of fun and a sprinkle…
ROOF REPAIR: Climb Up With Me & Learn to Fix Torn Asphalt Shingles
Do you need some roof repair because your asphalt shingles got torn in the wind? Let me show you how…
TINY HOUSE CASE STUDY: Waterfront “Silver Lining” Cottage Rises from Ashes
Using a beautiful lakeside site example, Steve Maxwell reveals four pivotal strategies that can help anyone interested in building elegantly…
How to Install Cedar Shingle Siding
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EASY COTTAGE WATER SYSTEM PRIMING: How to Avoid the Seasonal Misery
Seasonal water system are great when they work, but can also be troublesome to get going again. Did you have…
LOUD BANGS DURING COLD WEATHER?: Understanding Why Houses Go Bump in the Night
These are roof trusses and they exist in most modern houses immediately above the ceiling of the top-most storey of…
Renovation Coaches Save Homeowners from Bad Guys (and Sometimes Themselves)
Are you about to enter the home renovation game? Steve Maxwell recommends a little third party renovation advocacy in the…
SOUNDPROOF FLOORING: Rubber Underlay Keeps Foot Sounds Down
Canada’s Handiest Man, Steve Maxwell discusses a flooring rubber underlay to aid in soundproofing.
HOMEBUILDING IN SOUTH AFRICA: See How They Do It in Durban
In this blog Steve Maxwell, Canada’s handiest Man, shares insights acquired on a visit to Durban, South Africa on how…
ROOFTOP ICE CONTROL: Watch Installation Video of Unique Rooftop De-Icing System
Do you sometimes get large amounts of ice build-up on your roof in winter? Watch me install a neater, more…
HOUSE & HOME: Let Me Sneak You In To See A Truly Beautiful House
When it comes to houses, there are two ways to look at things. You can see a house simply as…
TIME FOR A NEW ROOF?: Be Sure To Read This First
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, lays out how to install a roof that’ll last 50 years with the right fiberglass…
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