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INSIDE THE BOX: Benefits, beauty & tricks of garden...
Updated on December 12th, 2017
Growing plants in pots and hanging baskets is a great thing I know because my wife, Mary, and I have been doing it for...Continue Reading
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INSULATION $$$ HELP: One-Stop Info for Canadian Financia...
Updated on January 21st, 2020
Canadian governments and utilities across all provinces offer financial help for homeowners, business owners and...Continue Reading
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How to Mask Before Painting So It Really Works
Updated on December 12th, 2017
Here's how to mask before painting and get excellent results Watch Steve Maxwell explain the problems with traditional...Continue Reading
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How Efficient is That House?: New Energy Rating System P...
Updated on December 12th, 2017
When it comes to your home, efficiency means comfort and lower energy bills That’s obvious Trouble is, the market...Continue Reading
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Q&A: What Can I Do With Old Cedar Siding?
Updated on December 12th, 2017
Q: What should I do about the cedar siding on my house It’s 40 years old, peeling, and we’re getting conflicting...Continue Reading
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VIDEO: Vapour Barriers – How They Work & Why They...
Updated on December 12th, 2017
Building and renovating homes in cold climates requires vapour barriers in some places Trouble is, there are so many...Continue Reading
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How to Fix Drywall Screw Pops
Updated on December 12th, 2017
In this video I show you how to patch one of the most common types of drywall damage – the screw pop These happen...Continue Reading
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Simple Valve Extends Water Pump Life
Updated on December 12th, 2017
Do you have a rural or cottage water system Millions of people do, and how long your water pump lasts depends in part...Continue Reading
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SANDPAPERS GET BETTER: Why Leading-Edge Abrasives Are Wo...
Updated on November 21st, 2020
If you're into woodworking or home improvements, your life will be better if you understand how innovation has made...Continue Reading
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How to Install a Dryer Vent the Right Way
Updated on December 12th, 2020
VIDEO BELOW: As do-it-yourself jobs go, installing a new dryer vent doesn’t look complicated, but there’s a lot...Continue Reading