Houston Construction, Home Repair, and Improvement

Talk about the process and business of construction from huge towers to D.I.Y. with a Houston twist. Discuss your projects and get advice on problems that only seem to pop up in the Bayou City.

Subforums

  1. Deed Restrictions, Variances, and Permits

    There's no zoning, but that doesn't mean there aren't rules. Talk about city, county, state, and home owners associations regulations.
    103
    posts

  2. Interior Decorating

    Give and get tips and advice for improving your home's interior.
    35
    posts

  3. Landscaping and Lawn Care

    Ask questions, give answers, and help your fellow Houstonians keep their vegetation and exterior decor thrive.
    341
    posts

642 topics in this forum

  1. Roofer Recommendation?

    By longhornguy,
    • 30 replies
    • 7961 views

  3. Set Up Shop at a Residential Property

    By Jimmyjimmerson,
    • 1 reply
    • 384 views

  4. Whole house humidifiers?

    By Haskell,
    • 2 replies
    • 681 views

  5. Recommend foundation repair?

    By samagon,
    • 2 replies
    • 1141 views

  6. Installing Reclaimed Wood Floors

    By H-Town Man,
    • 1 reply
    • 1540 views

  7. Garage Apt. Questions

    By Houstongaels,
    • 0 replies
    • 466 views

  8. Restoring shiplap interior

    By bluedobie,
    • 20 replies
    • 43896 views

  9. Covered Patio - 13'X29' - Cost

    By dreamzdecora,
    • 8 replies
    • 49449 views

  10. Effect of tariffs on new construction

    By dbigtex56,
    • 0 replies
    • 661 views

  11. Looking for a House Mover

    By Britta,
    • 4 replies
    • 1085 views

  12. Is a Home Warranty worth it?

    By ProHouston,
    • 15 replies
    • 10519 views

  13. Cost to build townhome/free standing home

    By hawee,
    • 19 replies
    • 23442 views

  14. Whats up with 2525 Maconda Houston Tx 77027

    By gene,
    • 3 replies
    • 3495 views

  15. installing flagstone

    By emirate25,
    • 7 replies
    • 4487 views

  16. Chinese Drywall Health & Home Hazards

    By Robert1966,   
    • 0 replies
    • 1641 views

  17. Termites and Door Not Closing...

    By inthehotsun,
    • 11 replies
    • 2831 views

  18. Cost of House Leveling

    By martin3,
    • 28 replies
    • 97227 views

  19. Sandblasting Services

    By Protagoras,
    • 1 reply
    • 2065 views

  20. How much should a general contractor make?

    By flipper,
    • 14 replies
    • 44110 views

  21. Best outdoor ceiling fans?

    By innerloop,
    • 7 replies
    • 13590 views

  22. Bathroom Remodeling

    By Chrisrock,
    • 3 replies
    • 4349 views

  23. Fixing cracked bathroom sink?

    By sifuwong,
    • 11 replies
    • 16105 views

  24. Foundation Repair methods

    By jmihl,
    • 8 replies
    • 18013 views

  25. 14th Annual Green Roof & Wall Conference

    By rulesoferick,
    • 1 reply
    • 2325 views

  26. SIDNEY SHERMAN BRADY HOUSE

    By SUSAN DELGADO,
    • 1 reply
    • 2906 views

  27. sudden subfloor condensation problem

    By craiger4233,
    • 4 replies
    • 2672 views

  28. I'm available to answer your Old House questions

    By innerlooper,
    • 11 replies
    • 3882 views

  29. Renovation permitting

    By mbx,   
    • 6 replies
    • 2689 views

  30. What are these things officially called?

    By cottonmather0,
    • 6 replies
    • 2974 views

  31. TechShield?

    By MasterShake,
    • 24 replies
    • 23223 views

  32. Security Fencing

    By JLWM8609,
    • 7 replies
    • 2643 views

  33. Contractor Payment Schedule

    By martin3,
    • 6 replies
    • 2494 views

  34. roof debris in the attic

    By cottonmather0,
    • 14 replies
    • 11691 views

  35. Where can I find Rigid Foam Insulation

    By SilverJK,
    • 4 replies
    • 7709 views

  36. Dumpster Rental?

    By Justin2002,
    • 6 replies
    • 5329 views

  37. Sub Contractors And Suppliers I Use, And Recommend

    By flipper,
    • 41 replies
    • 22720 views

  38. where to buy mattress?

    By Wide Eye,
    • 14 replies
    • 5624 views

  39. Fire Hydrant Relocation

    By flyingman,   
    • 0 replies
    • 1421 views

  40. Bayou Flood Zone Construction Regulations

    By cloud713,
    • 11 replies
    • 2209 views

  41. mondo grass lawn

    By txcat84,
    • 1 reply
    • 980 views

  42. Sealing Shiplap Ceilings

    By bluedobie,
    • 2 replies
    • 3082 views

  43. Recommendation of ceiling/floor repair

    By reinrein,
    • 6 replies
    • 1225 views

  44. Looking up more information from sold permits

    By AREJAY,
    • 0 replies
    • 1110 views

  45. Pier and Beam Foundation Repair Misery

    By hoef,
    • 10 replies
    • 11611 views

  46. Need a smart carpenter for exterior work

    By Phil Aphonic,   
    • 0 replies
    • 831 views

  47. Sealing an R-panel roof

    By innerloop,
    • 3 replies
    • 2670 views

  48. Demo costs?

    By Heights007,
    • 0 replies
    • 1007 views

  49. Easement in the middle of backyard and can't work out what it is for...

    By MayHouston,   
    • 12 replies
    • 3906 views

  50. Weight Bearing Capacity of Floors

    By Les2010,
    • 12 replies
    • 2186 views

  51. Flat roof replacement

    By Lizmc1779,
    • 2 replies
    • 1107 views