Home Exteriors

Replacing old windows in your home is one of the best ways to improve energy efficiency, comfort, and appearance. But…

Buyers don’t need a lot of time to form an opinion. That’s why the walkthrough is one of the most…

Have you ever walked through your home and wondered if it’s truly ready for potential buyers? Selling a property involves…

Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shows you how to hang up clothes and your power gobbling habits with energy efficient…

Hand-held circular saw power tools open a wide range of home improvement possibilities, says Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man.

Canada’s Handiest Man, Steve Maxwell, teaches do-it-yourself homeowners how to caulk properly and prevent futile blobs of ineffectual goop.

Steve Maxwell talks about a unique building product that replaces both wood framing and conventional insulation.

Success in the workshop comes down to a bunch of skills – many of them small – that let you…

Although it’s not thought of very often – and perhaps spoken of even less – a life surrounded by beauty…

Your garage door is one of the hardest-working things in your home. Opening and closing, up and down dozens of…

In this informative video, Steve Maxwell, explains the difference between fiber and foam based insulations to help with home…

Portable generators are getting better in surprising ways, especially when it comes to keeping you powered during outages lasting more…

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.