Last week I began a reply to D.C. about how best to finish a portion of his basement. The house is about a year old, so my first concern was that he make absolutely certain that there are not water ...

Q: Should I use screws or nails when framing a basement wall? What’s the best option for long-term strength? A: I’ve always used nails when framing basement walls, even though screws are stronger and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Dealing with a damp basement is annoying enough, but seeing water leaking through cracks in the foundation or mortar joints can ...