Ever start what seemed like a simple repair project only to discover that the problem was more than skin deep? Scrape peeling paint and you uncover a layer of mold, then spongy siding, then wet ...

The Weekly Fix is a home maintenance column by Home Repair Resource Center, a Cleveland Heights nonprofit that helps homeowners buy, repair and retain their homes. Each week, the center offers a ...

Q: I have several drywall defects in my home that must be repaired. What are some tips you can share about repairing these? Is this really a do-it-yourself task, or should I call in a pro? A: You and ...

Q: As a hobby I build furniture and do repair work around the house, but sometimes the projects don’t work out. We decided to add a chair rail to highlight our family room’s plain walls. Seems simple ...