Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

If your home has foundation issues, you may be tempted to handle the fixes yourself to save money. While experienced DIYers may be able to seal small cracks, it’s usually best to leave repairs to ...

Common ductwork noises; how to overseed a dead lawn; repairing cracked foundation stucco. Ross Trethewey explains common nuisance noises that can come from ductwork and offers some solutions; Lee ...

When it comes to home repair and maintenance, there is stuff you can deal with—and stuff you can’t. Here are seven signs that your house might be totally, completely beyond salvaging. Most of the ...

Question: Can tree roots cause damage to a home’s foundation? I have a 3’ in diameter pin oak tree that is within 10 feet of my house. A certified arborist took a look at it and said that he would ...

DALLAS — In North Texas, the fluctuating weather can make a big impact on the foundation of a home. After weeks of rain, the DFW area is now seeing extreme heat. "This is the fifth day in a row that ...