Foundation problems are probably the biggest structural concern for any homeowner or potential buyer, so it’s no surprise that we tend to get a little panicky about seeing cracks in basement walls.

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 ...

A: It depends on the type and size of the crack. Hairline cracks take only a little patching plaster. Larger cracks require reinforcement with mesh tape. Cracks larger still, where the plaster keys ...

Homes are considered safe havens for people to celebrate holidays, commemorate special occasions, and simply to unwind after a long day. To make this all possible, keeping up with maintenance, ...

ST. LOUIS -- Many homeowners are seeing the impact of the drought with cracked walls in the basement, forcing thousands of dollars in repair bills that insurance generally doesn't cover. The St. Louis ...

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I noticed that I have a crack running down my cinder block basement wall. Most of the cracks follow the joints of the blocks except for one, which split one block in half. I temporarily sealed couple ...

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 ...

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Many homeowners are seeing the impact of the drought with cracked walls in the basement, forcing thousands of dollars in repair bills that insurance ...

First, I read and enjoy your advice every Saturday in the D&C. I apologize because I know you just wrote about basement walls and the wear they took this winter with the cold weather, but I can't seem ...