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Slate Roofing and Repair Techniques
Slate specialist John Mahan shows how to cut, punch, and replace slate shingles.
Easy Baluster Replacement
Replace balusters without dismantling them using this simple solution.
Fixing Splinters
All wood is prone to splitting. I had this occur in a Victorian door recently. The split worked its way from the jamb on one side all the way to…
Why Decks Fall Down
5 common reasons for deck failure and how to deal with them.
What’s the best way to fix a crack in a foundation wall?
Q: Last year, I found a crack in my foundation that started at the floor and then extended 3-1/2-ft. up the wall. I tried drilling into the crack with a…
First Aid for a Failing Deck
Where Band-Aid solutions won’t work, you might be able to save the frame and make your deck safe again.
Restoring a Plastic Cutting Board
Have you ever had one of those plastic cutting boards that after a few years of use is so gouged and discolored you’re afraid to use it? I did. Instead…
The No-Tape Drywall Patch
This simple trick makes patching drywall a breeze, plus it doesn't require any tape.
Should Housewrap Be Replaced When Re-Siding?
Q: I am about to begin residing my 23-year-old house in central Massachusetts. The house sits in the middle of a field and gets lots of direct sun, which has…
Leakproof Housewrap Patch
Discover a quick way to size and install a leakproof housewrap patch.

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