In the home--as in life--it's often the little things that matter. And it's amazing how many small structural things can go wrong around your house. Whether it's the front-door lock that won't let you ...

Johnathan C. Brewer II is a licensed general contractor specializing in kitchen, bath remodels and general construction with two decades of professional experience. He is also the owner of Brewer ...

Need a roof repair but don't know where to start? This genius hack will make the process a breeze! From leaky roofs to ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. TO GET THE JOB Tools/materials needed • 1 bundle of three-tab shingles ($19), 11-ounce tube of roofing sealant ( $4), one pound ...

Replacing a few shingles can quickly repair a leaking roof. If your roof hasn’t leaked yet, it probably will someday. But there’s no need to panic. It’s easier to repair a leaking roof than you might ...

One of the earliest roofing materials was thatch, bundled reeds attached to rafters. Surprisingly weathertight, it is incredibly labor intensive, taking even a skilled thatcher weeks to complete.

If you are buying or selling a house, odds are you're laser-focused on the layout, the closet space and the yard – all aspects a homeowner can't easily change. But another important consideration is ...