Let's be real. You never think something as simple as putting up a backyard fence or assembling a storage shed will land you ...

The "no lawn" movement has been gaining traction in many communities as homeowners increasingly recognize the benefits of native plants. After all, replacing traditional turf with locally specific ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A privacy fence made of unfinished wood - Bilanol/Getty Images A harmonious relationship with your neighbors can help make your ...

Q: When we bought our home 33 years ago, we installed a privacy fence on the property line of our backyard. About 10 years later, our neighbor attached boards and building materials to our fence posts ...

Generally, from a legal perspective, you don't need a neighbor's permission to install a fence within your own property lines. Don't assume you know where your property line falls! Get a professional ...

Whether a bad storm recently blew through your area or you simply have a negligent neighbor, discovering a damaged or fallen fence on your property can quickly become a nightmare. It can be confusing ...

angry homeowner confronts me while cleaning yard, demands I leave or ELSE… What a bizarre situation here, I was contacted ...

Dear Readers: Here’s a column originally published in September of 2015. Dear Johnnie: Who pays for fence replacement? Back in New York, the person who put up the fence had to face the nice flat side ...

Removing a neighbor's encroaching fence in New York without legal process can lead to legal trouble. Informal resolution with the neighbor is recommended before pursuing legal action. Homeowners ...

If you want to do some home renovations on a shared fence you may need to consult your neighbor before you do any ...