Terry Schutz

Home Improvement Expert

Terry Schutz is a freelance writer with extensive expertise in home renovations, DIY advice, and construction topics. He resides in a small rural hamlet in central Alberta, Canada, with his wife of 49 years. When the temperature isn’t 10 below zero, you can find Terry working in the yard—rototilling or handling whatever task his wife assigns. A dedicated writer, Terry puts pen to paper nearly every day.

Highlights:

  • Terry has over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, acquiring expertise as an installer, manager, salesperson, and business owner. He and his wife have also built five homes, giving him hands-on experience in every aspect of home construction.
  • Freelance writing for over 20 years, Terry has contributed to various magazines and online publications, including Our World 50+, Better Soundproofing, and Outdoor Happens.
  • Terry writes on a range of topics, including home renovations, DIY projects, construction advice, gardening/farming articles, and politically incorrect social commentary.

Experience:

Terry’s ‘let’s do it’ attitude and practical experience helped him become a versatile and respected figure in the construction community. He often took on projects others avoided, learning from each experience. Since the COVID shutdowns, Terry transitioned into full-time writing and continues to enhance his skills in the field.

  • Education: After one year of university, Terry left to support his family and began his career in construction. His on-the-job experience is supplemented by continuous industry education, including certifications as a Pella Windows Certified Service Technician, TDG certificate, WHMIS, first aid, ventilation, and Heavy Equipment Road Building graduate, alongside numerous seminars on windows, doors, siding, and insulation.
  • Expertise: Home Renovations, Construction, Homesteading/Farming, DIY
    Location: Central Alberta, Canada

Terry Schutz's Latest Stories

Landscaping Ideas That Make Your House Look More Expensive
How To Prepare Your Yard For Summer
Pros and Cons Of Having a TV In the Bedroom
Real-Life Home Improvements You Really Regret: People Complain on Reddit
The Hardest Places To Clean In Your Home
Vacuuming Tips and Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner
Plumbers Putty vs. Silicone Sealant
Viral TikTok Ice and Dish Soap Garbage Disposal Hack
7 Tips to Keep Bees Away from Your House
Pocket Doors – A Good Idea?
What Is the Most Durable Decking Material?
Deck Cleaning Do’s and Don’ts
Wood Deck Firepit – Do’s and Don’t
10 Worst Things to Flush Down the Toilet, According to Plumbers
Signs You Need A Plumber
Things Your Landscaper Won’t Tell You
Worst Stinky Front Door Plants
Secrets Pool Companies Won’t Tell You
Things All Smart Homeowners Do Once a Year
Worst Bugs To Invade Your House
Common Toilet Problems: Handle Them Wisely
Plumbing Nightmares: What Plumbers Won’t Tell You
Secrets Your Plumber Won’t Tell You
Worst Home Improvements That Devalue Your Home
Things You Should Never Store In Your Shed
8 Outdated Basement Trends That Everyone is Ready to See Go
What Your Home Inspector Might Not Check
DIYs You Should Never Do On Your Own
10 Things You Should Never Put Down a Sink Drain
11 Things You Should Never Buy At a Garage Sale
What Are The Worst Flooring For Basements
14 Things You Should Never Store In the Garage
8 Worst Curb Appeal Choices
What Can You Store Safely In Attics?
Items You Should Never Store In The Pantry
8 Things You Should Never Store Under the Kitchen Sink
Worst Type Of Mold In the Attic
Dangers Of Mold In a Crawl Space
Never Store These Things In Your Basement
Discovering a 15-Year-Old Crawl Space Food Stash: The Worst Items to Store
15 Tips For Making a Basement Warm
What Is a Walkout Basement?
How To Prevent Attic Condensation
7 Common Problems With Insulation
8 Types Of Basement Lighting
Why You Should Not Store Outdated Electronics in the Basement
9 Most Common Attic Pests
The Most Common Basement Bugs
9 Worst Problems To Have In Your Basement
How To Get Rid Of Attic Smell
How to Get Rid Of Spiders In Attics
How To Get Rid Of Squirrels In the Attic
Roof Pitch Calculator
Types Of Floor Insulation
The Importance of Floor Insulation
Insulation That Won’t Mold
Insulating Existing Walls
Condensation Control: Insulate to Prevent
How To Ventilate a Basement
Causes Of Attic Mold
How To Get Rid Of Mice In Attic With Blown-in Insulation
How Deep Should Attic Insulation Be?
What Is Insulated Sheathing?
What Is Mycelium Insulation?
What Is Foam Glass Insulation?
Is Attic Insulation Fireproof?
Basement Floor Heating Options for Cozy Spaces
Basement Ceiling Ideas You Can Choose For A Makeover
Living In a Basement – Is It For You?
Turn a Basement Into an Apartment
The 6 Types of Basements
How to Construct a Shiplap Ceiling: Materials and Installation
Are Insulation Boards Better Than Rolls?
How Much Insulation Do I Need?
Does Insulation Go Bad?
Can Insulation Get Mold?
Can Insulation Get Wet?
Moisture Control: A Home Humidity Must?
What is Sheep Wool Insulation?
What is Cotton Insulation?
What is Wood Fiber Insulation?
What is Glass Wool Insulation?
What is Perlite Insulation?
What is Cork Insulation?
What Is Vermiculite Insulation?
7 Eco-Friendly Insulation Alternatives
Why UFFI Insulation Was Banned?
Insulating Ductwork
Encapsulating a Crawl Space
How to Insulate a Crawl Space
How to Fix Drafty Windows
Old Types of Insulation
Soy Insulation – Too Good to Be True?
Cementitious Foam Insulation
Pros and Cons of Icynene Insulation
Aerogel Insulation – Is Good For Home?
Hemp Insulation – Pros And Cons
Common Insulation Mistakes
10 Fiberglass Insulation Alternatives
Rim Joist Insulation
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