I used nothing but redwood trim on the last house I built for my family. Redwood contains lots of natural chemicals that ...
Do you have wood rot happening at your home? It’s a very common problem, and it’s getting worse each year, in my opinion, ...
It’s easy to brush off a leaky faucet or a flickering light as “no big deal.” But some small repairs can quickly spiral into ...
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Bring Life Back to Your Worn Wooden Deck

One of the best assets a home can have is a wooden deck. It’s where summer meals are eaten, morning coffee tastes... The post ...
A lush green lawn is the crowning glory of any garden, but one common mistake can ruin it. Here's what to avoid - and what to ...
Rents are up, budgets are tight, and flat-pack furniture keeps wobbling after a year. Meanwhile, charity shops and local marketplaces are flooded with ...
Some seasons of homeownership feel like you’re running a repair shop. One thing breaks, another starts leaking, and before ...
Many people ignore small roof problems until they get much worse. A weak roof can lead to water leaks and costly repairs.
Night frost bites harder than headlines suggest, and the smallest birds pay first. Your next weekend project could change ...
In California’s harsh sun and sudden storms, your roof is your home’s first defense. “If you let small issues accumulate, the cost multiplies fast,” says Felix Howard, licensed roofer of Above and ...
Put out your pumpkins a little too soon? Warm weather and early carving can lead to mushy gourds fast. Here’s what to do if ...
The county is home to more than 100 bridges, each on its own inspection cycle. Recent updates in inspection methods revealed ...