When a father and son hired architect Joseph Koelbel to restore the exterior of their 1870s Greenpoint row house, the wood-frame house had been stripped of most of its original detail over time. The ...

Our house has vinyl siding, which I like and which looks reasonably good even after 20 years. However, we live near a busy highway and the siding is dirty and stained in some areas, probably because ...

Having spent over 15 years writing about technology, Lawrence has turned his eye to remodeling, smart home services, maintenance and home repair projects. He now contributes DIY, informational and ...

New home siding is a costly upgrade, but it can improve your home’s curb appeal instantly. The large price tag may be well worth it, given the relatively high return on investment for new siding ...

Can anybody recommend a contractor who would be willing to work in Greenpoint to remove the vinyl siding, restore or replace the wood as necessary, and install new windows? Sadly, this probably isn’t ...

Installing vinyl siding is a big project, but it is accessible to people who have basic carpentry skills. And there’s a powerful cost incentive to handle an installation yourself. According to ...