A reader recently emailed me, seeking advice on whether to take on a do-it-yourself repair of the mortar around her brick masonry. She regularly performs hands-on maintenance around her home, she said ...

Question: There is an area in our garage that is leaking water. The water is coming from the brick wall and causes a small amount of flooding when there’s heavy rain. What can we do to stop the ...

“Repairing a Wall: Dad to the Rescue” tells the story of a hands-on DIY fix that transforms a damaged wall into a smooth, restored surface. This piece highlights practical repair techniques, tools, ...