Dear James: I live in a house on a sloping lot and want to add a privacy fence around the backyard. How should I construct it so it looks good down the sloping side? — Diane K. Dear Diane: You have ...

Dear James: I think a picket fence would look good across my front and side yard. I have some saws and tools. Is this a project that the average DIYer can handle? — Jesse T. Dear Jesse: If you have ...

This video shows step-by-step how to construct a sturdy, great-looking fence on a budget, with tips for affordable tools, ...

Their dogs were frenemies. But Andrea Becker and her neighbor got along, so when she fenced in her yard for her pup, Becker added a good neighbor gate in between their properties. Becker, a Seattle ...

ALEXANDRIA, Minn. — It’s not uncommon for people living in colder climates to spend their winter evenings relaxing on a warm couch and catching up on their favorite shows. Jonathan Kilpatrick likes to ...

Building a fence might seem like a private decision between you and your household, but there are several external factors you'll want to consider before you start hammering. Although a fence can ...

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