A retired homebuilder lives in a house he says is "hurricane-proof." He feels confident in its strength and isn't evacuating ...

Half the cost of a fiber cement board siding job is labor, so you can save thousands of dollars by installing it yourself. A ...

Building a new home, cabin or room addition? You need to know the types of exterior building materials available and the pros ...

Wood siding is valued for its appearance, but requires periodic painting or staining to help protect against water damage. There are many types of products. Examples include clapboard, rectangular ...

If your home doesn’t have boards or other sheathing, you must install them before adding the siding. Install plywood or OSB across the entire exterior cavity, and nail it in place against the ...

Things to know when building a detached garage including design tips, material choices, types, and planning essentials.

Lamb and Davis want to avoid buyers coming in from the back entrance, but in case they do, they're worried they'll be put off by one of the walls, which features the original exterior siding and ...

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Remove that, and you would find a subfloor such as oriented strand board (OSB), plywood or concrete. A moisture and/or vapor barrier might be found among the layers too, especially in basement ...

On Saturday, the Chicago native and wife of comedian Mike Epps partnered with Habitat for Humanity Chicago to construct four ...

Price gouging is just one unfair business practice consumers need to watch out for after a major storm or other natural ...

About 10 district residents were on hand Monday for a town hall meeting and walking tour as Norway-Vulcan Area Schools tries ...