Home Exteriors

A garage can be a very useful space for your home, and the good thing is you can customize it…

Got some exterior asbestos wall shingles that need paint? Read how to do it safely and well right here.

Severe weather events, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, hailstorms, and even heavy rainstorms, can wreak havoc on your home, and your…

Question: Is it reasonable for me to strip and refinish the fiberglass exterior doors at my house? They face south…

Among all do-it-yourself projects, felling trees is one of the most dangerous. Although you’re the one who has to take…

When it comes to home maintenance, minor problems can escalate quickly if left unchecked. What starts as a tiny leak,…

Ordinary dryer vents and bathroom exhaust vents hardly ever work properly. The flimsy plastic internal flap door opens and closes…

Considering a new roof for your house this spring? Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, gives a quick overview of three…

Vinyl siding is an aesthetically pleasing exterior cladding option for buildings. It is a popular type of cladding used in…

If you’re building a deck or renovating an older one, I’ve got some thoughts to share when it comes to…

Watch as my son, Robert, and I split a piece of limestone that’s way too big for a mini excavator…

Planning to build a deck? Be careful how you anchor it to your house wall, if you should even do…

Sometimes a little woodworking trick can deliver a lot of value. That’s the case with an operation called “kerfing”. Click…

In this video, Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains the usefulness of scale architectural models before beginning a custom home…

Like slate roofs but not the high price? Check out this review of a slate substitute that’s half the price…

Question: Can I drill a two-inch hole through the concrete floor of my basement for the drain tube of an…

In at least one way, wooden residential fences are like most other home improvement projects. The more you put into…

Question: How should I choose a contractor to stop my basement from leaking water during wet weather? I don’t want…

A smooth, level driveway or sidewalk isn’t just about looks—it’s about safety and durability. When concrete starts to sink, it…

The average homeowner isn’t necessarily an expert in everything related to home construction and repair. Unfortunately, this can lead to…

Here’s how to make your attic potential a reality.