One of the first steps in home maintenance is to regularly inspect the exterior of your home. Look for any signs of damage, such as cracks in the foundation, loose or missing shingles and clogged ...

Taking care of your home is a lot of work, and it can be difficult to know where to start. Regular home maintenance will extend the life of your appliances, and it can help you catch minor issues ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...

In these unpredictable times, buying a new home can be even more stressful. But take a deep breath. Many of the items on this new homeowner checklist require little to no skill or money. Here are 6 ...

Recent fluctuating weather patterns necessitate various home maintenance tasks. Homeowners should clean gutters and prepare dehumidifiers and air conditioners for changing conditions. Regular ...

Housing affordability continues to be one trend that remains top of mind for many homeowners and prospective buyers. With interest rates rising, some experts suggest we may see a decrease in home ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. The cost of everything is rising, and home maintenance expenses are no ...

Did you know that, according to Public Safety Canada, flooding is the most common natural disaster in Canada? It’s also the most costly. There are simple steps you can take to better protect your home ...

Here are some tips from the Metropolitan Builders Association, National Association of Home Builders and Geis Building Products for some simple home maintenance tasks for this summer. The Great ...

Many older adults want to stay in their homes as they age. And many do it successfully — by recognizing what tasks they can continue to tackle and which ones are better left to the experts. Even for ...

A person shared some DIY home maintenance tips while power washing the roof. They removed the dirt and dried leaves satisfyingly. *The underlying music rights are not available for license. For use of ...