Learn how to tell when a foundation crack might indicate a serious structural problem—and when you can repair it yourself and rest easy.

Small cracks in your concrete driveway, patio, or foundation may not seem like much to worry about, and you may be tempted to ignore them. But left to their own devices, they can eventually widen into ...

Dear James: I have an old house with plaster walls and many cracks that need to be repaired. How can I fix these so they stay fixed and are invisible? — Julianne T. Dear Julianne: Many older houses ...

If you have spotted cracks in walls in your home you are most likely wondering what they mean. Are they a sign the ground beneath is unstable? Is your roof causing issues? Will you need to look into ...

A pebble from the lawnmower that flies against a window. A drink set down too heavily on your glass-topped coffee table. A favorite vase tipped over by your curious cat: These are the types of ...