I HAVE MOLD ON THE SIDE OF THE HOUSE. WHAT IS IT AND CAN IT BE FIXED? The same mold and mildew fungi that sometimes grow inside homes can grow on the outside as well. The biggest factor is excess ...

FURNITURE ASSEMBLY Self-assembled furniture has become very popular over the last decade, providing consumers with quality furniture options and big savings on labor costs. However, it also means that ...

HOW DO I STOP WOOD ROT AND DRY ROT FROM DAMAGING MY HOME’S EXTERIOR? Occasional dry rot repair is common needs for homes, but nothing pays off like an ounce of prevention, and there are things you can ...

HOW DO I PREVENT ICE FROM BUILDING UP IN MY GUTTERS? Icy gutters don’t have to be part of the winter season at your home. It all starts with preparation before the cold weather rolls in, eliminating ...

WHAT ARE THE DOS AND DON'TS OF FIRE PITS? Always check your municipal fire pit rules first. Several towns and cities don’t allow open fires within their limits. If you find a fire pit is fine with ...

WHEN DO I NEED TO REPAIR MY SIDING? Even though siding is designed to last decades, no matter if it’s made of wood shingles or clapboard, stucco or brick, vinyl or aluminum, siding eventually gets ...