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 ...

The typical range for concrete patio costs is $1,760 to $4,812, with a national average of $3,274. Patio size, shape, design, labor, permits, geographic location, site preparation, accessibility, and ...

Recently, I had the enormous pleasure to help my son achieve one of his goals. He bought a new home last year and quickly discovered how much he missed the stunning red-brick patio he grew up with at ...

Having spent over 15 years writing about technology, Lawrence has turned his eye to remodeling, smart home services, maintenance and home repair projects. He now contributes DIY, informational and ...

There’s something soothing about brick patios and sidewalks, which is something I learned while installing a patio for my dear, departed mother-in-law. It was 50 years ago, before I was married, when ...

A homemade walkway made from do it yourself concrete stones adds a nice touch to this yard. Neil Sperry Special to the Star-Telegram I’m thinking back 35 years ago. The Sperry family was touring ...

There are plenty of reasons why a homeowner might want to build a patio in their backyard or off the side of their home. It's a sturdy, even space where you can set out some chairs to kick back, relax ...

Are you thinking of hiring a deck builder to build a new porch or deck for your house? While it could be a good investment, it might not be the most effective expenditure. If you need to landscape ...