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How to Mask Before Painting So It Really Works
Here’s how to mask before painting and get excellent results.
How Efficient is That House?: New Energy Rating System Puts Numbers on It
How the new EnerGuide Rating System measures home energy efficiency and rewards quality
Q&A of the Week: Insulating a Basement the Right & Wrong Ways
Q: What steps should I take to insulate an unfinished basement in a house I’m thinking of buying? I don’t want…
How to Fix Drywall Screw Pops
In this video Steve shows how to patch one of the most common types of drywall damage; the screw pop.
Maxwell’s Tips – Choosing a Heat Pump, Changing Electric Heaters and Protecting Plastic Ducts
In this edition of Maxwell’s Tips, Steve answers your questions about choosing a heat pump, changing electric heaters and protecting…
Building with Trusses
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s handiest man discuss how much easier it is to build your roof with trusses ordered from your…
Maxwell’s Tips – Cooling a Duct-free home, Choosing a Router Table and Cottage Water Systems
In this edition of Maxwell’s Tips, Steve covers how to cool a duct-free home, choosing the right router table and…
Maxwell’s Tips – Building a Deck to Last, Removing Plastic Drywall Anchors, Choosing a Basement Ceiling
In this edition of Maxwell’s Tips, Steve answers your questions regarding regarding building a deck the right way, Removing Plastic…
Insulation Education – Three Overlooked Options for Energy-Efficient Building
Wondering why frost is showing up on your walls or why your heating bill is higher than expected? Most homes…
Maxwell’s Tips – Heating a Basement Suite, Economics of Electric Heat and Fixing Sluggish Septic Systems
In this edition of Maxwell’s Tips, Steve answers questions about heating a basement suite, the economics of electric heat and…
Maxwell’s Tips – DIY Laminate Floor Installation & Dealing With Household Bats
in this edition of Maxwell’s Tips, Steve answers your questions about DIY laminate flooring and keeping bats from your home…
Maxwell’s Tips – Is this Ceiling Crack Serious, Reno Blogging for Money and Why Are My New Windows Wetter than Old Ones?
In this edition of Maxwell’s Tips, Steve answers your questions about that ceiling crack, blogging your reno for money…
Maxwell’s Tips – Understanding Ventilation Controls, Peel-Free Paint Update and Choosing a Splitting Axe
In the edition of Maxwell’s Tips, Steve discusses understanding your ventilation controls, peel-free paint and how to choose a splitting…
Quality Cabinets Give your Kitchen a New Look for Less
Economically Upgrade Your Kitchen with these Quality Cabinets
Maxwell’s Tips – Choosing the right Skylight, Heat Pump Noise, Basement Waterproofing and Building a Cabin
In this edition of Maxwell’s Tips, Steve explains how to choose the right Skylight, Heat Pump Noise, Basement Waterproofing and…
BETTER SANDPAPER: Why I Like 3M Pro-Grade Abrasives
Steve Maxwell reviews 3M’s Pro-Grade abrasives and explains why it is important to sand your wood surfaces before painting or…
OFF-GRID ELECTRICAL SYSTEM VIDEO#1: POWER SYSTEM TOUR
This is video#1 of 15 in my course INDEPENDENT ELECTRIC POWER. This course is a complete program for designing and building…
VIDEO COURSE: Patching Drywall Like a Pro
Got bad walls to fix? Learn how with this drywall patching video course. You’ll get professional quality results with these…
PLANS DOWNLOAD: Make a Cold Room That Works
Got a cold room that doesn’t work well for food storage? Download these plans and see how to make your…
TECH REPORT: Why You Should Love LED Light Bulbs
The home lighting landscape is changing and energy saving LED lighting is becoming a more affordable and efficient way to…
VIDEO FEATURE: How to Boost Energy Efficiency with Spray Foam Insulation
Spending too much on heating? Got inadequately insulated walls in an older home? This little-known DIY technique just may be…
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