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ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Top Seven Home Insulation Myths Busted
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Back in the winter of 2012, I got an email from a contractor looking for advice on an unusual situation A homeowner had...Continue Reading
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A PATTERN LANGUAGE:
Updated on November 5th, 2022
If you’re interested in gaining more than just added floor space from your upcoming home renovation, there’s a...Continue Reading
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What is truss uplift? Is this dangerous?
Updated on August 9th, 2015
We live in a 3-year old house, a bungalow with an open floor plan It's divided down the middle by a wall and several...Continue Reading
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Updated on February 22nd, 2023
Your Purchase Will Be Reflected as “ClickBank or “CLKBANKCOM” For product support, please contact me...Continue Reading
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Keeping Cool By Design
Updated on July 8th, 2021
During the heat waves of this past July (2011), I got an invitation from CBC radio, asking me to speak on various...Continue Reading
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “How can I keep rain from co...
Updated on April 10th, 2021
Q: How can I keep rain from dripping through a second-floor deck I want to use the area underneath the deck for...Continue Reading
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Maxwell’s Tips – DIY Laminate Floor Installa...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
DIY Laminate Floor Installation Q: What do I need to know to install my own laminate floor I want to save money and do...Continue Reading
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Episode#14: LIFE@Bailey Line Road
Updated on July 8th, 2021
WHAT'S UP THIS TIME: Watch the second in a series of videos on the refurbishing of a pine chest in Steve's...Continue Reading
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Canada Lost More Than Life at the Algo Centre Mall
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
The roof of a certified “safe” public mall collapses Rescue efforts are called off as victims frantically tap for...Continue Reading
Forests, Lumber & Firewood
HOME HEAT FROM THE FOREST: How to Turn Trees into Fuel t...
Updated on April 29th, 2023
Reading Time = 15 minutes If trees grow where you live, then making them into firewood is a great way to...Continue Reading
Cottages & Cabins
CLOSING UP THE COTTAGE: Real-World Tricks That Make The ...
Published on February 2nd, 2024
If you own a summer cottage, you know there’s always a lot to do when closing up for the winter That's why it's good...Continue Reading
Cottages & Cabins
EASIER COTTAGE LIVING: Low-maintenance Design & Bui...
Published on August 17th, 2023
Many people dream about owning a country cottage or summer vacation home, but the reality is often a disappointment in...Continue Reading