Cracking and Crazing

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Avoiding Common Construction Defects

Industry pros talk about what to look out for and offer tips and techniques for... More

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Better Concrete Garage Floors

Ten tips for pouring stronger, crack-free concrete slabs. More

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Letters

Tree roots and foundation cracks; code logic; mixing plastics; site-built arched... More

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Tree Roots and Foundation Cracks

Can the roots of a tree actually dry out the soil beneath a foundation enough to cause the concrete to crack? More

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How to Fix Hairline Cracks in Stucco

Veteran plastering contractor Ron Webber has a quick trick that works better than... More

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Skip the Steel When Pouring Fiber-Reinforced Concrete?

Don't expect fiber additives to do the job of properly chaired steel. More

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Working With Setting Compounds

These versatile joint compounds are ideal for small jobs, quick repairs, and tough... More

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Fixing a Leak in a Stucco Wall

Don't assume that it's the stucco itself that's leaking, and don't use elastomeric... More

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Fixing Cracks in Concrete

Q: What is the best way to seal hairline cracks in a concrete driveway? The products I've found at home centers seem too thick, and my client is concerned that the cracks will get worse during the winter months. More

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Fixing Cracks in Engineered Flooring

Even though engineered flooring is more stable than regular wood flooring, it can... More

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