"Basically everything had asbestos in it," says architect Aleksandra Popovska—but that was the first of many pricey surprises ...

More than 10,000 houses burned in Los Angeles. But fire-resistant design helped keep some standing even on blocks where the ...

This couple built specific fire resilient features into their home years ago. Their house survived the deadly Palisades Fire, ...

I dabbled a great deal in narrow gauge modeling over the years, but found U.S. main line Class I railroads more to my taste.

Installation is similar to wood siding, but the cost per square foot is less. Made from a mixture of cement, sand and cellulose fibers, fiber cement is cured using pressurized steam. It’s a good ...

Many experts say luck does play a part. But they also say there are many ways that homes can be made less vulnerable to fire.

The exterior of your home is its first impression setting the tone for curb appeal and reflecting your personal style Painting and siding upgrades not only enhance aesthetics but also serve practical ...

Los Angeles could have to rebuild over 30% of the city. California has fires, earthquakes, high winds and other risks.

Maintaining the cleanliness of your property is crucial not only for aesthetic reasons but also for the health and safety of ...

Many Californians thought wildfires couldn’t reach deep into their cities. But the Los Angeles fires showed how older homes ...

Pressure washing is one of the most effective ways to maintain the cleanliness and appearance of various surfaces around your ...