Dear James: I have an old house with plaster walls and many cracks that need to be repaired. How can I fix these so they stay fixed and are invisible? — Julianne T. Dear Julianne: Many older houses ...

A crack in a plaster wall can look intimidating, and even be a cause for concern. While the sudden appearance of a crack in a previously pristine wall should always be approached with caution, they ...

Concrete cracks. That’s a fact of construction life that has been with the human race since it began building with concrete three millenia ago. The problem spurred the Romans to develop and perfect a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Spotting a crack on your wall ranks high in the category of “signs that could indicate your house is in ...

From water damage and increased heating bills, to unwelcome critters (furry or insect) and other long-term issues — leaving holes or cracks in your home’s foundation, walls or roof untended can lead ...

There are two kinds of cracks in old lath and plaster walls. Both can be repaired, but one is a much more serious problem. By Ronda Kaysen Q: Our Gramercy co-op was built in 1929. The thick plaster ...

If you notice damp or bulging walls, it could be a red flag. Find out the cause of the problem before embarking on potentially costly repairs. May Chanikran/Shutterstock Damp problems in a house can ...

Spotting a crack on your wall ranks high in the category of “signs that could indicate your house is in danger.” But it turns out that wall cracks are pretty common in homes, explains Mike Powell, a ...