After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

Vinyl siding has long been popular as a home exterior covering -- it's used in one-quarter of new single-family homes being built today. Yes, some deride it as tacky or pass. Comedians have used it ...

I have a 100+ year old 2 story house. It has some sort of composite wood lap siding (an MDF like material) and it is rotting in some places and the whole house needs painting really ...

Home improvement expert April Wilkerson advances her workshop construction by demonstrating the proper way to fit exterior ...

The exterior of your home faces a ceaseless barrage of threats from the hot sun, strong winds, precipitation in all its forms, and the bitter winter cold. As such, your house siding must be strong and ...

Choosing the right siding for your home can feel like a lot to take on, and many homeowners wonder if they're making the wrong choice that leaves them with a massive bill and zero extra equity. While ...

• The siding has lower installation costs and is low maintenance. Cons of Wood Composite • Despite resistance to moisture, in certain humid climates, engineered wood can be susceptible to absorbing ...

Working time: 7 hours Total time: 8 hours Skill level: Intermediate to advanced Project cost: $6,000 (including labor and materials) NOTE: The beginning half of 2021 has seen an unprecedented labor ...

Is it safe to install vinyl siding? An expert on green building reports that while vinyl can be a dangerous material, there is little credible research regarding the effects of vinyl siding on humans.