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 ...

There are a lot of things to consider before building a fence around your property. How big will it be? What area will it cover? Is it for privacy from the neighbors, or protection for your garden ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband and I bought our current home about four years ago, although the house itself is about 20 years old. The backyard is surrounded by a standard wooden fence. The condition ...