When wood trim becomes damaged, a sophisticated home can quickly look worn-down. Unfortunately, wear and tear is nearly unavoidable when it comes to this material because it's susceptible to scratches ...

Squeaky wood floors are a result of movement between two components. Before fixing the issue, you should know the mechanics ...

Is the fence around your house or garden starting to get wobbly, lean, or even worse, already fallen? It's time to figure out what's going on and do some repairs. Before calling a fence contractor, do ...

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Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

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Reasonably priced, with diverse designs, and easy to maintain, laminate countertops are a popular option among homeowners. Highly durable, they can last between 10 and 15 years if you're committed to ...

Dennis and Peggy McClosky have had their Toms River home inspected for termites every year since they bought it in 2012. More than a decade later, they’re living a termite nightmare. “This is so ...

Question: My husband and I purchased a beautiful townhome on Santa Barbara’s Upper Eastside a few years back that was recently built. There are two buildings, both three stories tall, built in what I ...

The first step of drywall repair, according to HGTV, is to assess the damage. If the drywall damage is limited to a few small nail holes, the damage can likely be remedied with some spackle (also ...