Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Q: I live in a two-story house that has T-111 plywood siding. As you know, this siding has a vertical groove every 8 inches. Across this siding I have a 2-by-12-inch board. My question is: Should I ...

Opting for seamless vinyl siding minimizes maintenance while increasing your home’s overall durability. Plus, it can mean a higher value when you decide to sell. The overlapping pattern of vinyl ...

Another minor home touchup thread. I need to talk about best practices for caulking this time (shut up, I know there is an awful theme here with all the threads involving my new home... just leave me ...