While native insects—even those we don’t love such as mosquitoes, biting flies, and ants have roles to play in our eco-system, invasive insects are a different story. These are species that have ...

We break down the most common carpet materials and styles, and how to determine their quality, so you can choose which is best for your home.

A University of Helsinki study has investigated bacterial adhesion, survival and transmission on untreated and treated wood surfaces under both laboratory and field conditions. The laboratory work ...

A single-family home in Hazelwood is serving as a testing ground for a renovation project exploring how recycled building ...

Builders have argued about this for decades — and the evidence is more interesting than you'd expect.

If you have a fire pit (or fireplace), you know it is a gathering spot for stories and warmth. The simple act of adding wood ...

March 09, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Big Easy Fence Company, a fencing contractor serving residential and commercial ...

Many towns cannot afford the millions of dollars needed to upgrade their water systems. That means ratepayers could end up footing the bill.

A thriving garden should signal growth, color, and life. It should not signal structural danger. Yet the soil and mulch that ...

Learn about The Home Depot’s new laminate-vinyl hybrid flooring, including costs, value, quality and whether it’s the right ...

Doman Building Materials CEO Amar Doman discusses weak housing starts, lumber prices and the company’s strategy to grow ...

Local professionals offer suggestions on how to look for winter damage around the exterior of your home, such as your roof ...