Steve explains how to replace a rusting steel garage support post and how to make the new one last.
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Steve Maxwell retells a basement flooring disaster, how it could have been avoided, and lists possible solutions along with their pros and cons.
With the range of extreme weather conditions, we can come to expect, naturally, you want to know that when you’re installing a roof, it’s going to last. Metal roofing is a supreme option thanks to its hardiness and ability to…
Canada’s Handiest Man and proud father, Steve Maxwell, tells a story about his son Jacob’s love of the land and eagerness to help in the garden.
If you’ve ever lived in a rural area, you know that mice are always on the lookout for comfortable accommodations. Some years are worse than others, with seasonal homes and cottages particularly vulnerable as they sit unused. The simple, metal…
How should I finish my 18-year-old cedar deck? Over the years I’ve tried many products, and none have lasted more than a year. Even products with a five year warranty didn’t fare better. What should I do? The wood is…
If you live in a vintage home, chances are good that you have a love-hate relationship with the place. Many older houses have a charm that makes you feel good just being inside them. Newer architecture rarely delivers this same…