Not all guards are created equal — some can even make clogs worse if poorly installed or cheaply made — so it's important to ...

Winter can be hard on yards. Here's what you can do to prevent snow, rain, ice, and strong winds from damaging plants, structures, and exterior features.

Little maintenance tasks, like sealing gaps and insulating, can keep your home warmer. Add one more maintenance task this ...

Let’s be honest, roofs aren’t the most glamorous part of our homes. Most of us barely think about them until, suddenly, there’s a leak to deal with or a stain slowly creeping across the ceiling. Yet, ...

P eople are fitting deeper gutters on their homes to cope with more intense rainfall caused by a warming climate, according to roofers and a drainage expert. One firm in Bath said 75% of their clients ...

Are newly proposed fire protection regulations for a “Zone 0” around homes too strict? Or needed to prevent destruction from ...

“This house stands out with its Pottery Barn-inspired charm. It’s a builder’s home and he created a beautiful living space ...

Our existing patio was built over a sand and compacted gravel base, so we removed only the stones necessary to dig the 12-in. diameter holes to secure the posts. You’ll most likely have a different ...

While fall is not generally the busiest homebuying season, sellers can improve their chances by enhancing curb appeal.

Copper gutters sit in the premium tier of rainwater systems. You pay more upfront, but many homeowners choose copper for its ...

For those removing docks and boats, it’s important to check for aquatic hitchhikers. Invasive plants like variable milfoil can cling to anchors, ladders, and trailers. A quick clean, drain, and dry ...