A dreamy patio setup expands the functional footprint of your house by making an area akin to an outdoor living room. Work the appropriate patio cover ideas into your design scheme and that alfresco ...

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 ...

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All winter long we crave the warmth of the sun, and then by the time summer rolls around, we’re working hard to avoid its harmful effects. That’s particularly true in our backyards, where too much ...