One thing about living in a northern climate is that there are huge changes in the weather from summer to winter. The video above shows some ice caves in March, and it’s the same place we comfortably swim in the summer. I hope you enjoy this little glimpse of the Island as it sits almost exactly between the north pole and the equator.
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Steve Maxwell
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, makes suggestions on home maintenance tasks to do this fall to get your house winter ready.
Click below to watch and learn how to strip insulation off wires. Sounds simple, but there are tools and approaches that make the job easier.
Outdoor wood boilers are an excellent heating option for people with access to a forest, a willingness to make firewood, and a lot of indoor space to heat. Watch my video review on one of two boilers I’ve been using…
Sometimes the smallest things in life can make a big difference. Steve’s 20+ year struggle with failing lilacs tells the story.
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Fabric structure buildings have become a popular option for barns, equipment storage, workshops and agricultural buildings. Compared with traditional framed buildings, they can go up faster, cost less per square foot and provide bright interior spaces filled with natural light….