James Dulley: How to Regrout Walls in Tile Shower
Dear James: The grout in our master bathroom shower stall is looking pretty bad and some pieces are crumbling. Do I have to remove some tiles, or can I just fix the bad spots and regrout? — Angie M. Dear Angie: In most cases, you probably won’t have to remove any tiles. As long as…
What to Do in the Year Before You Sell Your Santa Barbara Home
Start planning your home sale early—by assessing your property, finances, timing, and team—so you can make smarter decisions without pressure when the time comes
James Dulley: How to Gain Storage Space With More Shelving
Dear James: We could use more storage space, so we plan to install shelving on the utility room walls. What are the best types of wood and anchors to use? — Amber R. Dear Amber: Selecting the proper anchor is as important as using the proper type of wood or composite shelving materials. To simplify…
Mark Baird: A Fire-Rated Door Is a Simple Upgrade That Could Protect Your Home
Question: Our home has a door that goes from the kitchen into the garage and it looks pretty bad from years of being pawed at by our dogs. The time has come to replace it. A friend of ours is a retired contractor and he says that the new door needs to be a fire…
James Dulley: Simple Steps to Build Your Own Backyard Brick Barbecue
Dear James: I want to add a brick barbecue grill on our concrete patio. What are some basic tips for sizing, design and construction of a simple-to-build one? — Brian K. Dear Brian: If you like quick and healthy family meals, adding a brick barbecue grill is a great idea. Designing and building one that…
Why a Home Inspection Is Non-Negotiable for Buyers
A professional inspection can uncover hidden issues, guide negotiations and protect your investment before closing
James Dulley: How to Replace Worn Carpet With Laminate
Dear James: With my active family, the living room carpeting is badly worn. I want to replace it with laminate, but I don’t want it to look cheap. What do you think? — Rochelle T. Dear Rochelle: I installed laminate flooring in my own living room, and it looks identical to hardwood. It can handle…
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