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Replacing a Furnace – How (and when) to Choose Wisely
Are you considering replacing your gas furnace? This article can help you make an informed decision about when the time…
WOOD FOUNDATIONS: Pressure-Treated Panels are Warm, Dry and Easy to Build
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains and answers questions about structural insulated panels as a foundation alternative to concrete.
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS: Increasingly Important in Modern, Tight Homes
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains how carbon monoxide detectors are more important than ever for indoor air quality in…
FREEZE-PROOF WATER: How to Protect a Raised Cabin Water Line from Freezing
Got a water supply line from a well or lake that can’t be buried enough to protect from freezing? The…
WOODWORKING: 3 Little-Used Router Bits & The Trim Profiles They Make
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, outlines three small but powerful wood trim details that add to home renovations and can…
INDOOR AIR QUALITY: Breathe Healthier & Breathe Better in Your Home
When it comes to indoor air quality, I’ve got good news and bad news. The bad news is that the air…
GOT A LAZY FLUSHING TOILET: Discover Causes & Solutions Right Here
Got a toilet that doesn’t flush well any more? Want a replacement you can really count on? Click here to…
CLOTHES DRYER VENTING: How To Do It Much Better Than Average
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, informs homeowners about improved dryer vent inventions, which are more aesthetically pleasing and safer too.
MOUSE-PROOF DOOR SWEEP: A Simple Idea That Makes A Big Difference
If you’ve ever lived in a rural area, you know that mice are always on the lookout for comfortable accommodations…
HOW TO BUY A HOUSE: Four Simple But Important Tech Issues to Look At
What makes a house good to buy on a technical level? It’s a question that not enough prospective homeowners ask…
How to Insulate an Old, Brick House
Steve answers your questions about metal roofing, adding insulation to older brick homes and how to prevent deck rot.
Why Home Improvement Matters More Than Most People Realize
Home improvement matters for reasons that go beyond repairs, upgrades, and property value. At its best, it helps turn the…
COAL HEATING: Watch a Classic Anthracite Stove in Action
Back in the fall of 2020, my oldest son, Robert, and I installed a classic anthracite heating stove in his…
CATHEDRAL CEILING CHALLENGE: “How Do I Insulate This Area Properly?”
Got a cathedral ceiling that’s giving you moisture trouble? One of my subscribers, a man named Donald from southern Quebec,…
ELECTRIC CORD REPAIR: How to Install Replacement Ends
Got a bad electric cord or extension cord? Making things right with a replacement cord end is easy, inexpensive and…
Top-Down Roof and Floor Insulation
In this video, watch Steve explain how to insulate a cabin roof from the top, leaving the rafters and roof…
COMPOSTING TOILETS: How to Buy One That Actually Works
Steve Maxwell, “Canada’s Handiest Man”, informs cottage owners on choosing and operating an eco-friendly, composting toilet.
FIELD TRIAL: Minwax Finishing Cloths
Read about Steve’s experiences using a simple, new method for staining and sealing wood.
Four Ways to Make Renovations Feel Right
Ever notice how some indoor spaces feel great and others make you feel lousy? The difference comes down to a…
Portable Power Stations Deliver Backup Electricity Without Fuel & Fumes
Until a few years ago, fuel-powered generators were the only way to create substantial amounts of electrical power for household…
“What’s the Best Way to Fix My Leaky, Wet, Useless Cold Room?”
I often get email questions from homeowners who want to make their basement cold room work like it should. Here’s…
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