Building a retaining wall to add a supporting structure to your landscape doesn't need to be difficult. Use this easy concrete bag technique for quick results.

Dear James: I’m planning a veggie garden on my sloping lot so I need a retaining wall. I have used timbers before, but blocks might hold up better. Which method do you prefer? -- Steve W. Dear Steve: ...

DEAR TIM: I live in a very common home here in Florida. Most are built from concrete block. Twenty years ago, a room was added to the home and the rear exterior concrete block wall became an interior ...

Q: I've been researching foundation types for both new homes and room additions. I've narrowed it down to either poured concrete or concrete block. Many websites say poured concrete is better than ...

The concrete at the top left is brand new. The concrete sidewalk next to it could be 60 or more years old. Note it is not cracked; only the top layer has worn off. (Tim Carter) Perspective by Tim ...

I live in a very common home here in Florida. Most are built from concrete block. Twenty years ago, a room was added to the home and the rear exterior concrete block wall became an interior wall. A ...