Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Q:I think rain is coming through the cement blocks of my fireplace, and my carpet gets wet. How do I fix this? Answer: This moisture getting into your home could be getting in where the chimney and ...

Roof leaks plague countless homeowners each year. Talk to experienced roofers, and they’ll tell you the vast majority of leaks happen at flashings. A roof flashing is a transitional material. It ...