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Building with Trusses
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
Building a roof You could dust off your framing square, download and decipher some rafter tables and pop a few nerve...Continue Reading
Home Exteriors
5 Ways to Maintain Your Home’s Exterior
Updated on January 16th, 2023
Your typical house maintenance routine includes mopping floors, vacuuming carpets, and washing down any...Continue Reading
Patios, Decks & Sunrooms
OUTDOOR PROJECT: Plans for Building a Great Pergola
Published on November 25th, 2023
Reading Time = 9 minutes I’ve learned a few lessons over the last 30+ years, not the least of which is how...Continue Reading
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Solatube Tubular Skylights
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Ten years ago this month I installed a Solatube tubular skylight, and it’s worked flawlessly ever since I cut a hole...Continue Reading
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Are sealed, unventilated attics a good idea?
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Are sealed, unventilated attics a good idea There’s a fair amount of debate on the topic, with some engineering...Continue Reading
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SIPs Panels: A Better Way to Build with this Foam Board ...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
SIPs panels empower ordinary people to create extraordinary building There are more ways to raise a good building these...Continue Reading
Tips & Advice
When To Hire A Contractor, And When To Do It Yourself
Published on December 13th, 2022
If you’re considering a home remodel or renovation, you may wonder if you should hire a contractor How do you know...Continue Reading
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Maintenance is Key to Keeping New Homes New
Updated on August 12th, 2021
If you’ve just pocketed a set of keys for a new house, it doesn’t mean you’re off the hook as far as home...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
What You Need to Know About “Barndominiums”
Published on November 17th, 2023
It's been said that "most people live in the city and go to the country on the weekend" Imagine if you could put some...Continue Reading
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Pillar Free Floor Systems
Updated on August 12th, 2021
I'm looking for information on floor and roof supports in new houses I'd like to have a home built with a completely...Continue Reading
Portable Power Tools
CIRCULAR SAWS: Tips on Choosing One You’ll Love
Published on February 23rd, 2024
A long time ago my neighbour, Norm, needed help The asphalt roof on his summer place just down the road from where I...Continue Reading
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “What’s Better Fibergl...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Q: Two of the three roofing contractors quoting on my reroofing job strongly recommend fibreglass shingles The...Continue Reading