Mold can be an eyesore in any part of your home, but in your floor joists it's a real danger. Follow these tips to keep mold ...

While drywall ceilings are most people's go-to, they're not a good fit if you want to keep your basement ceiling accessible.

If you notice any of these seven signs in your house, it’s time to get a professional assessment, because it might be beyond ...

Rafters, beams, and joists are used in several different applications. Joists are horizontal or near-horizontal structural members that support a floor or ceiling. The weight of the floor or ceiling ...

In the building industry, the allure of cost-effectiveness often leads to the assumption that cheaper parts equate to the ...

If you’re like most people, the last time you had your home inspected was when you bought the place. But regular home ...

Original floors are often held up on a pedestal in old, pre-war homes. I grew up on TV shows where you’d watch a homeowner ...

To save an old Dublin home, developers spent the past few weeks gutting it, and then ramming 10 steel joists through its ...

As winter fast approaches finding ways to heat your home without jacking up the electricity bill is becoming a hot topic.

AN EXPERT has revealed three simple things you can do this winter to keep your house warm. Summer now appears to be well and ...

Another easy way to prevent heat loss is by installing insulating curtains or heavy drapes. Heavy fabric, like thermal-lined ...