In homeownership, ensuring a safe and secure environment is important. One often overlooked aspect of this endeavor is pest protection. Unwanted pests can wreak havoc on homes, causing structural damage and posing health risks to inhabitants. By implementing the right…
If you are thinking about transforming your garage into something more than just a storage space, you may want to consider creating a green home gym. This not only offers a convenient spot for your workouts but also aligns with…
Cleaning your gutters is an important job, but it can be hard and dangerous work. Luckily, some tools and techniques can make the process easier and safer. In a moment, we’ll go over modern gutter-cleaning methods, some of which involve…
Tube Notcher In Action Black iron pipe is widely available and excellent for metalworking and welding projects. In this week’s video lesson, see how a tubing notcher makes it easy to shape pipe ends to a concave shape so they meet…
How to Build a Deck Q&A Q: What should I do about a deck that’s bolted to my house without provisions waterproofing? The edge of the floor frame is attached to the house frame, but with no flashing for waterproofing the…
Q: What’s the best way to make threads in steel for small bolts? I know there are tools for this, but I’ve never used them. A: The name of the tool used for cutting threads inside a hole is a…
Join me for instalment#1 of a video tour of the kind of typical work I do here at our place on Manitoulin Island. See a burning barn, watch some building work, join in driving the forest, see a vigorous but friendly…
Q: How can I get rid of the sulphur smell coming from our sink and bathtub drains? We brought in a plumber to investigate but all he suggested is to get our air circulation system cleaned. The problem first surfaced…
I get basement renovation questions by email from people around the world, and I do my best to answer as many as I can. Below you’ll find a Q&A exchange I had with JM, a homeowner looking to finish an…
Have you ever felt the urge to create things from metal? Better-than-ever tools mean this is an excellent time to begin, and welding is a big part of metal fabrication. The simplest, most economical and easiest-to-master option is something called…
If you’ve been paying attention, you may have noticed more and more public spaces have Braille signage these days to help the visually impaired. Is this a real necessity or just a common willingness to showcase extra care for people…
Solar generators are an up-and-coming portable energy technology that lets you make modest amounts of electricity without connection to the utility grid and without burning any fuel or making any noise. Build one yourself plus two other solar energy projects. Plans, videos, instructions and fun