Editor’s note: Henri de Marne is on vacation this week. These letters originally appeared in the column in 2011. Q. I am an elderly widow who needs roof repairs. Light is showing in around two ...

Slim gaps can appear between wood floor boards when the aging fill between the boards cracks, dries and pops up out of place. The gaps can be anywhere from a few inches to a foot in length, resulting ...

Time to seal those gaps around windows, doors and other places to reduce the amount of cold air seeping into your house, which contributes to higher energy bills. Need to know: The right caulk for the ...

Possibly the most valuable skill a homeowner can have is the ability to caulk. More specifically, the ability to caulk properly. Shower surrounds and shower doors rely on caulk to keep water inside.