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

Brown Stains on Wallpaper: A Sign of Trouble?
Home Heating Tips and Tricks That Save You Money
Home Renos You Should Never Do In The Winter
Festive Plants That Are Extremely Poisonous
Mistakes To Avoid When Cleaning Your Kitchen Countertop
How To Keep Cats Out Of Flowerbeds and Gardens
Things You Should Never Use Bleach To Clean
Home Renovations That Never Go Out Of Style
Are Yellow Stains On Your Pillow a Warning Sign?
Surfaces That Should Never Be Cleaned With Vinegar
Houseplants That Don’t Need Much Water
Things You Should Never Store Under Your Bed
Plants You Should Never Plant In the Fall
Scents You Should Use To Keep Ants Out Of Your Home For Good
Home Renos You Should Always Do Yourself
Scents You Should Use To Keep Spiders Out From Your House
What Is Snow Mold and How To Get Rid Of It
Fast Ways To Unclog a Toilet Without a Plunger
Costly Ways You Could Ruin Your Home Without Realizing It
Surprising Things You Can Clean With Shaving Cream
Essential Lawn Cleaning For Winter
Things Professional Cleaners Always Clean Before the Holidays
Space Heater Safety Tips To Follow This Winter
Scents You Should Use To Keep Mice Out Of Your Home For Good
Cleaning Tasks You Should Not Ignore Before Winterizing Your Home
Types Of Insulation To Use When Winterizing Your House
Kitchen Items Not Worth Spending Money On
Home Repairs You Should Not Postpone Before Winter
Poisonous Potted Plants You Should Not Grow In Small Apartments
Herbs That You Should Not Have in Your Home
Home Repairs You Should Never Ever Ignore
Things That Make Your Kitchen Look Dated
Furniture Styles You Should Not Buy For Small Spaces
Common Cleaning Products You Should Not Use Indoors
Things You Should Never Wash In Hot Water
Secrets Your Home Builder Doesn’t Want You To Know
10 Genius Cleaning Hacks
Things Your Housekeeper Won’t Tell You
Tips To Get Your Yard Ready For Winter
Why You Should Put a Peppermint Plant In Your Entryway
Things Professional Cleaners Always Do
Fireplace Fall Decor: How To Avoid Common Fire Hazards This Season
How To Get Rid Of Toilet Bowl Stains
Signs Of Mold Growing Underneath Your Flooring
How To Get My Home Ready For Fall
Hidden Costs Of Home Ownership You Need To Know About
Does a Concrete Driveway Need To Be Sealed?
Does Stucco and Plaster Contain Asbestos?
Laundry Tips and Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew
Does Drywall Contain Asbestos?
Does Curb Appeal Make Houses Sell Faster?
Best Home Upgrades That Add Curb Appeal
Do Underground Gutter Drains Work?
How To Prevent Outdoor Faucets From Freezing
Does a Furnace Need a Fresh Air Intake?
Does a Dehumidifier Work With Air Conditioning?
Does a Dehumidifier Cool a Room?
Does Loose-Fill Insulation Burn?
Does a Plugged Dryer Vent Cause Fires?
How To Unclog a Sink Drain
Do Gutter Guards Work?
Mopping Mistakes That Harm Your Floor
Should You Clean a Toilet With Bleach?
Does Bleach Kill Ants?
Affordable Home Upgrades Instead Of Costly Remodels
Things You Should Throw Out Of the Garage ASAP
Does Bleach Kill Black Mold?
How To Unclog a Bathtub Drain Effectively
How To Clean a Grimy Bathtub
Dirtiest Places In Your Home
Composting Tips and Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew
How To Get Rid Of Pink Mold
How To Get Rid Of Ants
Bathroom Cleaning Tips and Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew
Worst Cleaning Mistakes That Make Your House Dirtier
Worst Things To Put In Your Washing Machine
How To Make a Chain Link Fence Look Good
Homemade Bug Spray – Natural, Non-Toxic and Effective
Mistakes To Avoid When Cleaning Your Shower
Portable Air Vs. Window Air Conditioners
Best and Worst Garden Mulch
Things You Should Never Wash With a Pressure Washer
Low Maintenance Varieties Of Privacy Trees
Do Coffee Grounds Actually Repel Mosquitoes?
Poisonous Landscaping Shrubs and Flowers
Never Plant These Flowers In Window Boxes
10 Worst Invasive Plants In Your Yard – And How To Remove Them
Toilet Cleaning Tips and Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew
Lawn Mowing Tips and Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew
Pros and Cons Of Having a Fireplace
Door Maintenance Tips and Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew
Siding Cleaning Tips and Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew
Can Your Smart TV Spy On You?
Landscaping Tips and Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew
Hidden Dangers In Your Attic
How To Install a Bathroom Faucet
How To Remove a Bathroom Faucet
Problems You Need To Fix Before Selling Your Home
Figuring Out How to Remove That Bad Smell in My Bathroom
Cheap and Simple Air Conditioner Cleaning Tip from TikTok
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