It's easy to confuse termite damage and wood rot. Both result in deteriorating wood and can be devastating to a home. However, termite damage and wood rot have entirely different causes, so their ...

Q: Lately, my doors and windows are hard to open, and I’ve noticed small piles of wood around the house. What does termite damage look like? Should I contact someone to perform an inspection? A: ...

Termites are wood-destroying insects that eat anything containing cellulose. Look for signs like mud tubes and wood damage to see if you may have a termite infestation. While this article can help you ...

DEAR TIM: I’m starting to have some rot issues with my 10-year-old deck. Not only are some of the treated wood decking boards rotting, but I’m also noticing that the tops of some of the joists are ...

For those who agree it's a good idea to spend time and money maintaining our homes and ensuring they are safe, here is today's to-do list. When you sprung your clocks forward, did you remember the ...

After you move into your new home, I’ll bet you might have a celebration dinner party. But if you aren’t careful, you may have some unwanted guests. They’re small and don’t eat much, but over time ...

Q. Tim, my neighbor discovered that many of his outdoor deck floor joists are rotting. The rot is along the top where the decking attaches to them. It’s treated lumber rated for outdoor exposure. How ...

What termites and fungus eat locally may play a bigger role in global warming than scientists think, according to a new study. How quickly dead trees rot strongly influences how much carbon stays in ...

At the final meeting with my contractor for the proverbial "punch list" of items to be done on our remodel, I pointed peevishly to some sawdusty stuff on the floor. "Do you think your guys could be a ...

Termite damage is due to insects, while wood rot is caused by fungus or water. Knowing the difference between termite damage and wood rot is vital to preventing and treating them. It's easy to confuse ...

Q. I’m starting to have some rot issues with my 10-year-old deck. Not only are some of the treated wood decking boards rotting, but I’m also noticing that the tops of some of the joists are showing ...