Homes are considered safe havens for people to celebrate holidays, commemorate special occasions, and simply to unwind after a long day. To make this all possible, keeping up with maintenance, ...

From water damage and increased heating bills, to unwelcome critters (furry or insect) and other long-term issues — leaving holes or cracks in your home’s foundation, walls or roof untended can lead ...

Most small foundation cracks form due to natural settlement, soil expansion, or changes in moisture levels. In climates with harsh winters and wet springs, like Ottawa, freeze-thaw cycles can cause ...

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 ...

Repairing foundation cracks can be a straightforward DIY task if the cracks are minor and non-structural. This video demonstrates a quick method to fix such cracks using readily available materials.

Every structure, from small homes to large buildings, stands upon a foundation. This foundation does more than simply hold a building in place—it provides stability, balance, and protection against ...

You may have heard the expression “If these walls could talk...” While walls may not express themselves in words, the truth is that they can actually send you messages — at least, about your ...

These easy and simple DIY steps can help you detect any hidden water leak in your home and save you some trouble.

The soil along the San Francisco Bay, which includes clay mixed with poorly drained silty clay loam, sandy and gravelly loam and bay mud, can cause ground movement that can lead to foundation problems ...