For homeowners, retaining walls are an excellent way to battle soil erosion while also giving your yard more planting space. In addition, they can serve as a focal point that can be fun to plan around ...

You probably heard it right, but just didn't believe it. That is, when you were calling around about getting a paver patio installed and the installer said something ...

Because their durability, low maintenance, and versatility, pavers are an excellent option for flooring material. With an assortment of designs, choosing which pavers will work best for a property is ...

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Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Whether you take on the task yourself or hire professionals, installing a paver patio is no easy feat. From leveling the paver base to placing the stones, it’s a long, often expensive process that can ...

Q: I’m interested in installing a water harvesting system in my yard. I’m going to have two 1,000-gallon tanks to hold water that I harvest off the roof of my house. But I’m trying to decide whether ...

Q: I’ve decided to add a paver patio to my backyard for home entertaining, but I’m uncertain about the challenges involved. I’m also not sure if I should hire a contractor or do it myself. What do you ...

STATEN ISAND, N.Y. -- Many homeowners have chosen pavers for their driveways, sidewalks, patios and backyard entertainment areas. Pavers come in a variety of shapes, styles, patterns, and colors to ...