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Flooded With Good Intentions Jan. 10, 2024
Sen. John Kennedy is upset because Sen. Rand Paul wants to limit federal flood insurance. But Paul ... Read More
Seal Bricks for a Longer Life Dec. 07, 2023
Dear James: After a rain, the floors are often damp. Our house has brick over wood framed walls. Can... Read More
Stop Stains From Forming on Your Roof Aug. 10, 2023
Dear James: Our three-year-old light-colored roof already has dark stains over most of it, except fo... Read More
'The Great American Divorce' Is Not Just Happening; It's Growing Bigger by the Minute Aug. 04, 2023
We have this never-ending debate in America and especially in Washington, D.C., about what works: Le... Read More
Keep Your Septic System Working Well Aug. 03, 2023
Dear James: We have a septic system at our small farmhouse. It would be convenient to add a garbage ... Read More
Attach Siding Properly to Avoid Stains Jul. 27, 2023
Dear James: We live by a pond, and the weather stays humid. I plan to replace some wood siding mysel... Read More
Stone Walkways Are Easy to Lay Jul. 20, 2023
Dear James: My perennial garden has grown up and I need to make some access pathways through it. Wha... Read More
How to Repair Plaster Wall Cracks Jul. 06, 2023
Dear James: I have an old house with plaster walls and many cracks that need to be repaired. How can... Read More
Design and Build a Picket Fence Jun. 08, 2023
Dear James: I think a picket fence would look good across my front and side yard. I have some saws a... Read More
Ceiling Panels Formed From Metal Are Decorative May. 11, 2023
Dear James: I like older styles and decor, especially some decorative metal ceilings. Can I still ge... Read More
Use Backer Board Under Bath Tile Walls May. 04, 2023
Dear James: I pulled off my shower tiles and found moisture had damaged the backer board. When I reb... Read More
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
