Collection of articles, photographs, and tips for building a deck and a three season porch. Includes list of tools and materials, planning and pouring footings, and installation of beams, joists, stairs, and screens.

Articles on sheathing, laying out shingles, retrofitting skylights, and sizing gutter systems.

In-depth articles on design, construction, materials selection, and finish.

Dimensions, plans, and instructions for building from scratch.

Information on fences, driveways, walkways, basketball court, and leach fields.

Articles on maintenance, repair, and replacement. Illustrated tutorials on determining slope and re-roofing.

Collection of free plans and step by step tutorials with an emphasis on outdoor structures. Also includes a question and answer forum.

Collection of step-by-step tutorials with diagrams for building and finishing several types of masonry walls. Covers pouring wall footings, planning brick walls, building garden walls, applying stucco, working with mortar, and building forms.

Glossary with short descriptions for many roofing terms.

Homeowner details renovation of the exterior pointing, vertical hung tiles and a bay window.

Brief FAQ on fence issues; including material selection and installation.

Overview of different types of roofing materials for the home and components like chimneys, framing, gutters, and downspouts. Includes diagrams, common problems, and basic repair instructions.

Step-by-step guide with diagrams, an animation, and an explanation of the importance of proper air flow.

Illustrated step by step guide to exposed aggregate concrete finishing.