Many contractors prefer nails to screws for securing drywall. But for do-it-yourselfers, who tend to make more mistakes, screws are easier. First, because drywall screw heads are slotted, if you err, ...

Q: There’s a small hole in the drywall in my mud room that needs to be fixed before I host family over the holidays. Is it possible to repair it myself? A: I usually recommend hiring a drywall ...

I’ve been helping my son finish the basement in his 3-year-old home. We can only work on Saturdays, some Fridays and any paid days off he can spare. It’s been a lifelong dream of mine to help my kids ...