Dear Pat: I have a small weekend cabin in the mountains that I use year-round. Instead of draining the sillcocks during winter, I want to install freeze-free ones. What type is best, and how do I install them? -- Janice K.
Dear Janice: Sillcocks,...
Dear Pat: I am having a house built partially on a slab and on a crawl space. Is it necessary to install a vapor barrier under the concrete, and is this something I can do myself to save some money? -- Ellen K.
Dear Ellen: Even though concrete ...
Dear Pat: The concrete driveway and sidewalk at my house are in bad shape and look even worse. I called several contractors for quotes to replace them. What should I look for when comparing their quotes? -- Carolyn F.
Dear Carolyn: Not only does ...
Dear Pat: My vanity countertop and sink need to be replaced. I thought about making a custom colored concrete one myself. If it goes well, I will try it for the kitchen. What are the basic steps for this project? -- Jacquie H.
Dear Jacquie: ...
Dear Pat: I just had replacement windows installed in my living room. Instead of having standard window trim installed, I plan to make casing trim myself. Is this going to be difficult to fit well? -- Sara N.
Dear Sara: Adding decorative window ...
Dear Pat: My living room has a vaulted ceiling. I have always liked the look of a curved ceiling. Can I convert the living room ceiling into a curved one? Can this also be done in a room with a flat ceiling? -- Elaine S.
Dear Elaine: An arched, ...
