Home Exteriors

Finding new ways to save energy has become an important part of the social dialogue in many places. When the…

Canada’s Handiest Man, Steve Maxwell, informs homeowners about the Safer Living Homes campaign and discusses the importance building of strong…

Trying to choose between these two main types of outdoor wood boilers? Learn about my 10+ years experiences with both…

Question: What’s the best way to insulate a cottage? I’m converting our lakeside place into a four-season home, but I…

Eco-friendly architecture, also known as sustainable architecture, is a design philosophy that prioritizes environmental responsibility and resource efficiency throughout a…

If you’re gearing up for deck building, constructing a dock, picnic table, gazebo or verandah, you should know how much…

Classic brick designs offer some of the most interesting and enduring architectural details you’ll find anywhere. But brick alone isn’t necessarily all…

Sustainable landscaping involves the design and care of gardens and open spaces with resource conservation, biodiversity, and reduced environmental impacts…

Have you ever dreamed of owning a beautiful, affordable tiny house? Perhaps one you built yourself with your own hands?…

Building a deck is a fantastic way to enhance your outdoor space. It provides an area for relaxation, entertainment, or…

When considering the cost of installing a window air conditioner, it’s important to factor in professional installation fees alongside the…

Every professional drywaller I’ve seen typically installs sheets of drywall horizontally, not vertically. The photo to the right shows what I…

There’s a fair amount of debate on the topic of sealed versus unsealed attics, with some engineering folks claiming the…

Q: How often should I have my septic tank pumped? I hear greatly varying recommendations and I don’t want to…

Some new homes and renovations are great, and some are crummy. The difference often comes down to the quality of…

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

Having a roof that requires replacement or repair is never something any homeowner looks forward to, which makes hiring the…

Sometimes tinkering can make good things better. The blower fan upgrade on my outdoor wood boiler for space heating is…

There’s one product that I can remember happily using over the last 50 years of hands-on work, and it’s a…

Want automatic backup electrical power for your home? Check out my video tutorial on home standby generators, including the new…

Storage sheds are practical options for storing yard equipment or excess furniture on your property. They can come in different…