'Tis the season for ice dams, Wisconsin. When icicles hang from the edge of your home's roof after snowfall, it's a sign this fickle, recurring winter concern might be plotting a leak into your home.

Timing is often the secret to effective home maintenance — and that definitely goes for salting the sidewalk, driveway, and other paved surfaces when the forecast calls for snow. The kind of salt you ...

Winter can be a chillingly challenging time for homeowners, especially in climates where below-freezing temperatures are the norm. The damaging effects of extreme winter weather on your home can ...