First and foremost, you can not use concrete / portland cement in any masonry work on a house built before 1850, and maybe even until 1900. It’s worth asking a local mason to see what sort of…
On this episode, Kim demonstrates how to repair cracked rotting concrete, to help fix damp and dusky basements. If your basement is feeling a little bit damp,…
The editors of This Old House pick the best basement remodels from this year's annual Search for America's Best Remodel Contest
Spooky season has arrived. If you’re looking for a unique way to celebrate, finding out the scariest basements and crawl spaces in pop culture might be fitting. Ohio Basement Authority, a waterproofing and foundation repair company, just released a subjective ranking of the scariest basements from popular movies and TV shows.
Does your homestead have a musty smell in basement? Here's how you can eliminate it. If your basement is starting to smell, I have a few DIY solutions...
How do I clean my daughter's stuffed animals that are slightly moldy from being in the basement in a plastic bag?
June 2013 As part of our last-minute, 56 hour road trip across France and Belgium, we decided to visit this Chateau which was contained within its own forest and without giving away too much histor…
No place for a traditional root cellar? Build a cold-storage area in your basement to enjoy fresh root vegetables all winter long.
Cut heat loss through the rim joists and tighten up your house with rigid foam insulation.
A musty smell in the basement that comes from mold and mildew presents potential harm to your home. Follow these 4 steps to cure the problem and the odor.
Cracks, gaps and more can be serious signs of foundation issues with your home.
Do you have to repair damaged deck boards? While my original plan was to replace the damaged ones, I couldn't do that and had to fill them instead!
Make sure your new tree gets off to a good start with these tree planting tips.
Add a bathroom in your basement without busting up the concrete floor.
Use the opportunity of moving into a new home to set yourself up for years of DIY homeowner success. Check out this checklist of things to consider as you're moving in.
Your home's foundation is constantly under stress from different forces. It bears the weight of your home and the people and objects inside it, the ground shifting beneath it and constant exposure to moisture and temperature changes. When cracks appear in the foundation wall, it's best to patch them immediately.
HUD Programs offer up some much-need cash for major home repairs via HUD home loans. Here's how HUD can help replace your furnace or fix flood damage.
Since you can repair deck boards, it's not always necessary to fully replace them. You can...
Bei Dachrinnen, Entwässerungsrinnen und Punktabläufen ist eine Reinigung im Frühling besonders wichtig, um Haus und Garten vor einer Überflutung zu schützen.
You may think some home repairs are out of your league, but even beginner DIYers can handle many of these fixes—and save a lot of money in the process!
Don't neglect your fruit trees just because the growing season is winding down. Here are 8 things to do for your fruit trees this fall.
They may be creepy looking, but you may want to think twice before killing a house centipede. Learn how to get rid of house centipedes without killing them.
Hit the ground running by starting puppy training early, being consistent and keeping it positive
