Q We have periodic power failures in our area that are a real nuisance. Is it practical to install a generator to supply emergency power to our home? -- Edward

Q: We have a top-brand storm door that has been in place for several years. The door has a cylindrical closer of the type I have seen on many such doors. However, the door closes much too slowly and lets in bugs in summer and cold air in winter. Can you help?

It's been raining a lot lately, this being hurricane season. While it's good to leave our drought of the past three years behind, it's clear that sudden drenching rains, or sustained heavy rain, can cause flooding and serious damage. - [Read more]

Here's a do-it-yourself job for the bathroom that may appear harder than it actually is: Replacing or adding a medicine cabinet.

One school holiday assignment I never minded was to read a book of my choice. So, here are my picks for some landscape and gardening books for your holiday reading and gift list this year.

A new crop of questions sprouts as fall changes the dynamics in our gardens.

Lectures, workshops, tours and other programs are available around the region this fall. They're free unless otherwise noted. Many require registration, so call ahead. - [Read more]

Eat your heart out, George Jetson. Technology can automate a house to the point where homeowners are alerted when food in the fridge goes bad, irrigation systems monitor dew levels and toilets medically analyze urine. - [Read more]

It doesn't take much of a storm to flood some basements. Here's how to deal with the havoc water can wreak on a house: - [Read more]

This academic year, my husband and I are engaged in a trial run with downsizing and relocating. - [Read more]