A loose post is making the fence lean - Matthew Ashmore/Shutterstock A good fence can be an important factor in your home's security and give kids and pets a safe place to play. It also impacts the ...

A concrete footing. Even though the concrete hardening (technically known as curing) process begins quickly, you should leave the posts undisturbed for at least two days after pouring the concrete.

The cost is low and the quality is high. It's fast, easy, and uncomplicated to install, yet it is amazingly durable, long-lasting, and simple to maintain. We're talking about precast concrete -- an ...

Guide to Concrete (Creative Publishing International, 2008) takes readers through some of the most popular home concrete and masonry projects. Endorsed by Quikrete, this book includes tips and expert ...

Recently, we found ourselves forced to rebuild a 35-year-old section of fence that was literally rotten to the core. The fence was originally built by our uncle who had built and owned the home before ...

Wrought iron yard fencing (or an aluminum alternative) allow ventilation while also protecting your property. Metal fences have been around for centuries, are very durable and can be quite beautiful.

Fence falling down? As it turns out, the problem seldom lies with the panels. Instead, you might want to consider taking a ...

Every single time we do a home improvement project we learn something new and interesting. Recently, we found ourselves forced to rebuild a 35-year-old section of fence that was literally rotten to ...