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Facade details and a front bump-out boost this home's street presence and curb appeal… more
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by Natalie Rodriguez
An eye-catching exterior is the sum of many parts. Here are six makeovers that show how combining small upgrades can create a handsome facade on any budget…more
by Jennifer Stimpson
A snow-capped house may look pretty, but ice and slush can cause roofs to leak, gutters to back up, and stoops to become dangerously slippery…more
With this weekend project, your home will have all the privacy it needs—plus an extra dose of curb appeal
Adding a neat row of Belgian block stones to each side of an asphalt driveway will boost its curb appeal while also providing a clear visual aid as you back out or pull in
When your chimes just aren't chiming, try a few of these easy tests and repairs and your front door will soon play beautiful music again
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to quickly replace a damaged section of clapboard siding
Q: "How can I repair gouges in my cedar clapboard siding?"
Q: "Is there a better way to disperse water runoff from gutters outside of downspout extensions?"
Q: "The roof shingles on one side of my house hang over the gutters. What should I do?"
Q: "Whenever it rains, water flows down our driveway and accumulates in the carport next to the house. What should we do?"
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