GREENSBORO, N.C. — Brenda McAdoo smiles wide when she talks about her home. The old brick house has been her home for more than 35 years. “It’s my first home ever. I love my home,” McAdoo said.

Q.I grew up with an asphalt driveway, but my husband had a concrete drive. We're debating what type to install, as our current drive is in horrible shape. I contend that asphalt will cost less than ...

Key Points Baking soda can de-ice driveways but is slower than traditional salt.Baking soda is less damaging to concrete and ...

Coffee grounds not only help melt ice, but they also add traction to slippery surfaces, don't harm pets or plants, and can ...

Last year, the installation of a concrete driveway became a major spectacle in Victoria, Canada. “It was a real big thing,” said Ron Manuel, the owner of the driveway in the coastal capital city of ...

DEAR TIM: I’ve got an odd problem. I have concrete spalling on a sidewalk that leads from my concrete driveway to my home. The concrete driveway and sidewalk were poured at the same time. The driveway ...

While not the end of the world, finding a large crack in your driveway can be a frustrating issue to deal with. What you may not realize about driveway cracks is that, while seemingly harmless, they ...

When thinking about a home’s curb appeal, the driveway is often overlooked—which is a shame. Not only can different driveway options complement the home’s aesthetics, but some driveway materials are ...

Timothy has written about personal finance, including detailed home renovation and repair cost guides, since 2017. His work covers everything from plumbing and roofing to solar and pest control. Find ...