Whether you’re an avid DIY enthusiast or simply a homeowner who likes to be prepared, having a good set of pliers is essential for many home repairs and projects. However, with the wide variety of plier types and brands available…
My oldest daughter, Katherine, has the hands-on creative bug like me, and in her case it shows up in her interest in making historical leather shoes from scratch using the old methods. (She also makes and wears corsets, but that’s…
Join my son Robert, daugher-in-law Edyta and granddaughter Lily as the try ice fishing for the first time as a family. Despite Lily’s disappointed expression belos, there’s a pretty big fish involved in all this. Click below to watch the…
Observing display houses can help you get inspiration and knowledge when looking for a new home. These display houses help you see the options within different layouts, features, and styles. This experience makes it easier to see yourself living in…
If you’ve dealt with the technical matters of life very much, you know there can be a big difference between theory and practice. The theory of a finished basement, for instance, is that it’s warm, and dry and inviting. That’s…
Table of Contents “How can I install a submersible pump in my household well?” If you’re asking this question, then this is the article for you. Read on for all the details. As far as I’ve seen, this is the most…
Do you need a concrete support pad for a shed, hot tub, standby generator or anything else small and in your backyard? Check out the video below. It shows how you can make a great concrete pad without the hassles…
My son Joseph has a YouTube channel of his own, and his special interest is history. His most recent video tells the story of Chris McCandless, a young man who I describe as “flying too close to the sun” philosophically…
When it comes to household appliances, your washer plays a crucial role in keeping your clothes clean and fresh. And while that’s obvious, what’s not so obvious is what needs to happen to keep your washing machine working well. Like…
Too-dry indoor air is a big problem in some homes in cold climates, especially when those homes are old. Read my answer to a subscriber wondering what can be done. Q: Why is my house so dry in winter? What can I…
While it’s true that many homeowners and hobbyists attempt to finish interior wooden furniture, trim and cabinets, few people achieve the results they’d hoped for. At least this is certainly the way it looks given all the emails I get about…
Infloor heating is great, but justifying the cost of a boiler to make the hot water can be tough, especially if you only plan to heat a small space. Read my answer to a subscriber asking about an option that…