When wood trim becomes damaged, a sophisticated home can quickly look worn-down. Unfortunately, wear and tear is nearly unavoidable when it comes to this material because it's susceptible to scratches ...

Termite damage is due to insects, while wood rot is caused by fungus or water. Knowing the difference between termite damage and wood rot is vital to preventing and treating them. It's easy to confuse ...

Question: My husband and I purchased a beautiful townhome on Santa Barbara’s Upper Eastside a few years back that was recently built. There are two buildings, both three stories tall, built in what I ...