Learn how to tell when a foundation crack might indicate a serious structural problem—and when you can repair it yourself and rest easy.

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Common ductwork noises; how to overseed a dead lawn; repairing cracked foundation stucco. Ross Trethewey explains common nuisance noises that can come from ductwork and offers some solutions; Lee ...

What if your house could respond to a rupture in one of its structural beams by simply repairing itself, or bridges could patch up their own cracks the moment they appear? As fanciful as it sounds, ...

Shelby is an editor with an affinity for covering home improvement and repair, design and real estate trends. She also specializes in content strategy and entrepreneur coaching for small businesses, ...

This poured concrete foundation is looking shabby. Believe it or not, it can be made gorgeous again with minimal effort and tools. (Tim Carter) Perspective by Tim Carter Q: Hey, Tim. I watched your ...

There are many factors that lead to concrete cracks and foundation cracks. Homeowners may only be focused on the damage they can see, while it’s the contractors’ responsibility to go several steps ...

Home insurance may cover foundation repairs, but only for certain types of damage, like tornado or fire damage. Most home insurance policies won't cover foundation damage caused by things like pests, ...

Homeownership comes with a long list of repairs and upkeep. Some tasks are optional, but any hint of an issue with your home’s foundation is cause for immediate concern. Experts point to six early ...

FILE - Shoppers walk in the lot of a Lowe's home improvement store in Philadelphia, Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File) (Matt Rourke, Copyright ...