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Vinyl Fencing Requires No Maintenance Apr. 27, 2023
Dear James: We would like a white post and rail fence. A neighbor has one, but he is always painting... Read More
For More Attic Space, Build With Special Trusses Apr. 20, 2023
Dear James: I want to use my attic area for storage and a new room addition I am planning. My contra... Read More
Plastic Laminate Countertop Is Easy to Install Apr. 13, 2023
Dear James: My budget is very limited, but I need a new kitchen countertop. Is there any type of att... Read More
Builder Contract for New House Mar. 16, 2023
Dear James: We have the rough plans done for our new house and need to hire a contractor. What shoul... Read More
Ceramic Tile Kitchen Floor Mar. 09, 2023
Dear James: My linoleum kitchen floor is worn, and I want to replace it with ceramic tile. The floor... Read More
Make a Shower Seat for Comfort and Safety Feb. 16, 2023
Dear James: I am getting older and while vacationing found a shower seat to be convenient. How can w... Read More
Condo Remodel Requires Extra Due Diligence Feb. 07, 2023
Dear Monty: I found a condo near my office, but my agent quickly let me know that the outside of the... Read More
Add a Cultured Marble Liner in Shower Stall Feb. 02, 2023
Dear James: The grout in my tile shower stall is a mess and I am tired of cleaning the grout. Is add... Read More
Don't Damage Existing Landscaping During Construction Jan. 19, 2023
Dear James: We bought a lot with many trees for our new house. What precautions should our contracto... Read More
Wire Shelves Are Strong and Reasonably Priced Dec. 01, 2022
Dear James: We have many closets in our new house, but they are already a mess and full. Are wire sh... Read More
The 23 Construction Steps to Build a New Home Nov. 15, 2022
Dear Monty: We have decided to build a new home. We have seen no existing home we like well enough t... Read More
Wise to Do Inspection Day of Final Payment Nov. 10, 2022
Dear James: The construction of our house has just been completed. Before we make the final contract... Read More
Match Stainless Steel Appliances With a New Sink Sep. 22, 2022
Dear James: I have installed all-new stainless appliances in my kitchen. I may have to install the s... Read More
The Correct Wall Anchors Make Strong Shelves Sep. 15, 2022
Dear James: I need to install some shelving to get stuff off the garage and utility room floors. Som... Read More
Fashionable Hardware Sep. 10, 2022
I remember not so long ago when a home renovation required changing all your hardware to "update" th... Read More
Board-And-Batten Fence Is a Simple Project Jul. 28, 2022
Dear James: We have a new unpleasant neighbor, so we want to build a low-cost board style of fencing... Read More
Manufactured Stone Is Attractive and Durable Jul. 21, 2022
Dear James: My house now has siding, but some of it is deteriorating. I would like to replace those ... Read More
Add a Sloped Ceiling for More Openness Jun. 02, 2022
Dear James: I think our small living room would seem larger and more open with a sloped ceiling and ... Read More
Add a Unique Curved Area to a Deck May. 19, 2022
Dear James: It seems like everyone has the standard rectangular deck. I would like to build a unique... Read More
Proper Method To Lay Decking Wood Mar. 31, 2022
Dear James: I am building a large new L-shaped deck. I am not sure about how to position and attach ... Read More
