Houses are money pits. Between the taxes, the maintenance, and the repairs, it’s a wonder anyone can afford to own one. One way to save money on home-related expenses is to take on some home repair ...

A pergola added to a three-tier deck in 2020 provides perfect shade at the patio doors of this backyard oasis. With the barbecue tucked in next to a privacy wall it was the perfect setup — until the ...