These metal plates, which often are shaped like an “S”, an “X” or a star, are called anchor plates (or wall anchors). They are often seen on the outside of old bricks homes and are used to help ...

This article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. When you buy an old home, sometimes it needs ...

In today’s day and age of fast fashion and fast food, it should come as no surprise that fast construction also makes the list. Although many of these builder-grade homes are beautiful and are ...

A Reddit user recently posted an image of a brass cylinder with a handle that moves back and forth. This device is a type of ...

For most of the last 50 years, new homes have cost more than existing ones, nationally. Thanks to builder strategies, shifting home designs and a new construction glut the trend has flipped. Something ...

Smart home devices last for years, but eventually you want to replace them, sub them out for something more useful or just clear out space and apps in your home. But before hitting the recycling box, ...