Dawn Weinberger is a freelance writer in Portland, Oregon who has contributed to numerous publications and websites over the past 20 years, including RD.com, Glamour, Women's Health, Entrepreneur, and ...

Last week I began a reply to D.C. about how best to finish a portion of his basement. The house is about a year old, so my first concern was that he make absolutely certain that there are not water ...

Q: Should I use screws or nails when framing a basement wall? What’s the best option for long-term strength? A: I’ve always used nails when framing basement walls, even though screws are stronger and ...

Treating visible water without finding its actual source almost guarantees the problem returns — and worse. Interior waterproof paint and sealants can build up dangerous hydrostatic pressure when ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It typically costs between $2,800 and $34,500 to finish a basement, with homeowners across the country paying a national average ...