Question: Hi Robert, thank you for your articles and the information you share — it is so helpful. We’ve been able to save a lot of money by referring to your advice and being able
Question: Hi Robert, my name is Lisa and I’d like to know if you can tell me what to do about a planter I have against my home. During these last rains it
Question: Robert, I just discovered water on my fireplace hearth. We are in older Valencia with a concrete pre-fab chimney, still in good condition. I looked and the water is coming down the chimney from the
Question: Good morning, Robert. I’m sending this message before sunrise, as I’m seeing that one of our trees is leaning toward the house, with some of the roots lifting out of the ground. As soon as the
Question: Hello there, Robert. I hope you’re doing well. I’m sure you must be so busy with this weather we’re having. My question is in fact, weather related. We have two windows leaking and I know that we have to wait until we
Question: Robert, we’ve had a significant roof leak these last two weeks, but the roofing company we used for tarping says that there is nothing they can do during the heavy rains other
Question: Good evening, Robert. I’ve seen commercials on TV about same-day bathroom remodels, specifically with jacuzzi baths. They claim to be able to give you a new shower/bath in one day. Is this really
What are homeowners focusing on right now? Impactful, affordable upgrades. New research highlights that painting remains one of the most popular home improvement projects expected in 2026, driven by tighter budgets and
Question: Good morning, Robert, I’m a long-time reader, but this is a first for me, writing in with a question. I usually hire out maintenance due to schedule and lack of technical skills, but I’d like to
News release The city of Santa Clarita is hosting its next rain barrel purchase program, with pickups on Feb. 21. Residents can pre-order up to two rain barrels per household for $45 each, plus tax, at city.sc/RainBarrel for pickup on Saturday, Feb. 21, from 9 to
Question: I have a question about electrical and what is possible, for a gift to my wife. I want to get her an infrared sauna, a really nice one that is both infrared
By Levi Sumagaysay CalMatters Writer Some homeowners in areas of California with high wildfire risk could eventually get money for new roofs or to build fire-resistant zones around their properties under
By Sandy Lindsey Contributing Writer There are many reasons to buy a fixer-upper, starting with a lower price point. This may allow a buyer the opportunity to move into a neighborhood
Question: Good evening, Robert. As a new homeowner and someone new to the area, I’d like to begin my home ownership journey on the right foot. I know there have been some big rains recently
News release The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency has announced the launch of the SCV Water Gardening Club, a new community-focused program debuting in 2026. The Gardening Club is a year-long series of expert-led
By Sandy Lindsey Contributing Writer Long before the ground begins to shake, it’s important to determine whether you live in an earthquake zone. They’re more common than you might think. California grabs the biggest headlines, but did
Question: Hey Robert, my wife and I are ready to replace flooring in our entire home. It’s been a long road of enduring what was here when we bought the home five years ago so that
Question: Robert, I am a Canyon Country resident. We installed a wood floor about two years ago and until recently all has been fine. Most recently there are about six planks
Question: Dear Robert, there is a smell in my home that is foul, but I cannot figure out where it is coming from. I live in the older part of Valencia
Question: Good evening, Robert. I bought an older home in Valencia several years ago and, at the time, the inspection report said the roof was still in good condition, though not new.