Q. Tim, I grew up in an older home with an attic. I love storing things up there. When I watch new homes being built, all I see are trusses with all sorts of cross supports that make it impossible to ...

Dear Jason: Look for a new contractor. Special designs of roof trusses are available, some not priced much higher than standard trusses, specifically designed for attic storage areas or full rooms.

Outfitting your attic into a comfortable living area is a great way to maximize the often underutilized space beyond basic storage needs. Attics get a bad rap for being dark, dusty and ...

Safe Step Stairs are easy to open and close (as little as 8 seconds( , with wide steps and handrails. YEA! Today I can walk up into my attic, formally a place I did not visit very often because of the ...

Dear Jim: I just stored the Christmas tree up in the attic. I realize there is no insulation on the access door in the ceiling nor did it seal well. Is there much energy lost through there and what ...