Home Exteriors

A window is one area of a home that is prone to easy damage. Fixing a broken pane isn't complicated but be sure to invest the time to do it correctly.

Dec 8, 2009 - Mike Virgintino

Rubber roofs have been used since the 1960's as a flat roofing material. Today, rubber roofing is a green friendly building product suitable for many homes.

Dec 7, 2009 - Sarabeth Asaff

Asphalt roofing is one of the most utilized types of home roofing on the market. Durable and easy to install, an asphalt shingle roof can be installed on any style home.

Dec 6, 2009 - Sarabeth Asaff

Wood decking is beautiful and adds interest to a deck or patio. Knowing how to seal a wood deck can help homeowners to preserve the beauty their wood deck.

Nov 24, 2009 - Patricia Davis

Purchasing replacement windows for your home is the largest monetary output you will make after buying your home and car, so it's not something to be taken lightly.

Nov 11, 2009 - Arlene Miles

A roof is one of the most important components of any building. It protects every other component from external forces. You must make educated, intelligent decisions when

Nov 11, 2009 - Rebecca Walker

Vinyl siding has been used for years by architects, builders and homeowners alike. Today's new colors and styles make it a more popular choice than ever before.

Oct 14, 2009 - Sarabeth Asaff

Learn about common myths related to residential metal roofing systems and the benefits of replacing a roof with advanced metal technology.

Oct 9, 2009 - Lauren Massie

Creating beautiful and unique pool designs that compliment the landscape, pool tile and deck tile deliver. Using them together can help to create a seamless look.

Sep 25, 2009 - Sarabeth Asaff

Roof leaks cannot be ignored for very long without some significant consequences because the roof protects every other component of a home or building.

Sep 22, 2009 - Rebecca Walker

Bring the inside of the house outdoors and increase the usable living area by adding a cozy living room and fully functional kitchen in the backyard.

Sep 7, 2009 - Tracey Drake

Whether a simple downspout replacement or repair, or as part of a complete gutter and downspout installation, these steps simplify the downspout installation process.

Aug 16, 2009 - Jim Whitton

Felt roofing underlayment and ice and water shield are designed to prevent leaks during heavy rains and especially during the winter season, when ice builds up on roofs.

Aug 3, 2009 - Jim Whitton

Hip shingles and the ridge cap are the final parts of a roof installation, and this easy-to-follow guide offers tips to ensuring proper hip and ridge function.

Aug 3, 2009 - Jim Whitton

Drip edge installation may seem self-explanatory, but there are definitely right and wrong ways to install drip edge when preparing to roof a house.

Aug 3, 2009 - Jim Whitton

Have a bland backyard and don't know what to do with it? Don't fret! Turn your outdoor space into a stylish retreat with these ideas for decorating a backyard.

Jul 26, 2009 - Lauren Flanagan

Woodpeckers cause hundreds of dollars in damage to homeowners and businesses each year. There are humane methods of deterring these pest birds.

Jul 26, 2009 - Fran Prisco

Roof installation is an area of home maintenance that often seems best reserved for contractors, but DIY roofing can be done, saving homeowners a great deal of money.

Jul 21, 2009 - Jim Whitton

A hip roof installation can be a seriously daunting task for any homeowner, but following these simple steps can arm handy do-it-yourselfers to get the job done right.

Jul 14, 2009 - Jim Whitton

Shingling a gable roof can be a daunting task for any homeowner, but following these simple steps can help handy do-it-yourselfers take on their own roof installation.

Jul 13, 2009 - Jim Whitton

Before tackling a roof tear-off, the do-it-yourselfer can accurately determine roof cost by following these simple steps for measuring a roof.

Jul 13, 2009 - Jim Whitton

Doing your own gutter installation can be difficult and frustrating even for the handy homeowner, but a few simple tips can help your gutter job turn out great.

Jul 5, 2009 - Jim Whitton

Great decks don't just happen.They are the result of careful planning and consideration of who will use the outdoor entertaining and living space and how and when.

Jul 2, 2009 - Elaine Petrowski

Many contractors specialize in seamless gutter installation, but a relatively handy do-it-yourselfer can handle this project with a few basic tools and a little know-how.

Jun 30, 2009 - Jim Whitton

Concrete slabs for the front of outside wood or coal stoves are cost-effective and easier to make, especially when reinforcement is used, rather than mash wire.

May 29, 2009 - Mathabiso Bernice Ralengau