Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

Home additions are time intensive and pricey, easily hitting six figures. Zoning and local regulations will impact the scope of your project. Quotes from multiple contractors are a must to determine ...

Home additions are time-intensive and pricey, easily hitting six figures. Zoning and local regulations will impact the scope of your project. Request quotes from multiple contractors to determine the ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Many homeowners discover their current space no longer meets their evolving needs for comfort and function. The desire for ...

Q. I am building an addition on my home and realize I must connect the new foundation with the existing one. What is the best way to do this? Is there a way to waterproof the connection? Will this ...