Houses are money pits. Between the taxes, the maintenance, and the repairs, it’s a wonder anyone can afford to own one. One way to save money on home-related expenses is to take on some home repair ...

Q: I'm adding a new patio to my backyard and am considering the best place to build one. Should the new patio go right up to the house, or is it better in terms of drainage and overall landscaping to ...

Johnathan C. Brewer II is a licensed general contractor specializing in kitchen, bath remodels and general construction with two decades of professional experience. He is also the owner of Brewer ...

Your patio takes center stage during summer as the ideal place for hosting and relaxing. But if you feel it's an under-utilized space during the rest of the year, take on board one of our expert ...