By Sandy Lindsey Contributing Writer The general attitude toward fallen leaves has changed a lot over the past few decades. What used to be trash to bag up and put at
Homeowners want to do everything they can to protect their investment, and that includes both renovating a property to reflect recent trends and keeping up with routine maintenance to ensure
Decorations are among the most notable signs that the holiday season has arrived. Stores are decked out in garlands and lights, and a quick drive around one’s neighborhood will reveal
Question: Good morning, Robert, I hope this finds you doing well. We bought a home “as is,” and know of the issues it has. The deal we got on it
When pondering projects around a house, it’s easy to overlook small tasks and direct your focus toward more significant undertakings. Small projects might not generate the reactions that larger projects
Gutters serve an important role on a building, catching rainwater from the roof and channeling it away from the structure. Without properly functioning gutters and downspouts, basements can flood, foundations
Question: I have a question regarding a dog door and what I can do to keep the heat out. We both work so the dogs need yard access while we
After a summer and fall spent outdoors, winter drives many people back inside. Homeowners may take inventory of their interior spaces in winter and find that there isnÕt as much
The popularity of outdoor living spaces has increased dramatically over the last decade. The National Association of Home Builders¨ notes that industry projections estimate the outdoor living market will reach
Question: Good evening, Robert. I’ve never written in and am looking forward to your reply, hoping you’ll have some idea of what we can do to suit the need, without
Question: I have a problem that I need guidance with before any heavy rains show up here. My yard out front is higher than an adjacent area, which is next
A home should be a place of comfort and security. But homes can be targeted by thieves who are eager to make off with people’s hard-earned possessions. Securing a home
By Sandy Lindsey Contributing Writer Prevention is the best medicine, especially when it comes to plumbing. The first step is to inspect the entire house to discover any potential problems before
Question: Hello Robert. I’m writing in to ask about the extreme heat in my garage, in the summer. I do like to get out there for various projects year-round, but
By Sandy Lindsey Contributing Writer Turning the home into a cold-weather fortress helps save energy, which in turn saves money and improves overall comfort. It also lessens the strain on that
Question: Hey there, Robert. I’ve written in before and received great advice from you, I’m hoping you’ll have insight into my current dilemma. We’re in an older neighborhood in Valencia
By Sandy Lindsey Contributing Writer Painting is a chance to make a home look new again. Exterior paint improves curb appeal and home value. It’s also a chance to fix minor
Question: Hi Robert. This is our first home with a pool, and we’ve been outside utilizing it daily since we moved in in May. Once the weather turned blistering hot,
By Sandy Lindsey Contributing Writer Every fall, home stores overflow with silk flowers in warm golds, muted oranges, rusty reds, and rich burgundies — and with good reason. Few things create
Question: Dear Robert, do you know what we can do to reinforce the dog door in our sliding glass door? We bought the best insert we could find, and it