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.
Question: Hello Robert, I love reading the articles you write. I’m a first-time homeowner with a pool and have already learned a lot from reading your information. My question is about the pool. Do I need to cover it in the winter months?
Question: Robert, good morning and thank you for answering the questions you do. We’ve saved a lot of money taking on projects on our own because we’ve had the confidence from reading your articles. I must say that I’ve procrastinated on this due
Question: Robert, is an epoxy floor something that an average homeowner can install to a garage? I want to have this clean look and easy-clean surface, but don’t necessarily want to spend what it would cost
Question: Hi Robert, how are you? We love your column, are new to reading it and have found so much helpful information, looking back at past questions. Thank you for what you do. We bought an
We’re well into the fall, and if we are lucky, we will receive some good rains this year. Every home needs to be maintained, even in the California climate where there are no severe
Question: I have a problem with a water leak under my kitchen sink. The pipes are fine — I’ve confirmed this. The water is coming from a failed seal under
Question: Hello there, Robert. I am a first-time homeowner, living in Saugus in an older home. So far I’ve been able to manage doing small things on my own, to brighten up this very dated home without breaking the