A crack in a plaster wall can look intimidating, and even be a cause for concern. While the sudden appearance of a crack in a previously pristine wall should always be approached with caution, they ...

Dear James: I have an old house with plaster walls and many cracks that need to be repaired. How can I fix these so they stay fixed and are invisible? — Julianne T. Dear Julianne: Many older houses ...

Cracks in your home's foundation can be scary, but in certain cases, they're completely harmless and can be repaired with a few basic items.

“House Smarts” host Lou Manfredini answers viewer questions on household repairs, such as how to fix a crack in the wall, and how to cut crown molding. “House Smarts” host Lou Manfredini answers ...

Most homes have a few imperfections or quirks that have been there for as long as you can remember: One replacement bathroom tile that doesn't quite match the others, an old doorknob that sticks, or ...

Because of its effectiveness, crack treatment has long been a popular preventative measure to keep moisture out of the pavement, preventing potholes from forming and extending pavement life. However, ...

This is the first in the occasional “House Hell” series: Our homes are our most precious and scary possessions — precious only when they do not threaten us — but the threats are never-ending. What ...