Temporary bracing definitely helps, especially in humid climates. I've also found that choosing lumber carefully at the yard can make a noticeable dif...

Yeah, lighting grouped by rooms just feels more natural—people think in terms of spaces, not functions. But for HVAC or security, function-based group...

I get your point about cash being handy, especially for smaller emergencies. But honestly, credit cards aren't always the villain they're made out to ...

That's a good point about distractions—I've seen clients glaze over when insurance comes up mid-project. But isn't there also a risk of information ov...

I hear you on the delicate trim issue—had a similar experience myself. I was installing some crown molding in an older house, and decided to go with t...

We had a similar issue when planning our backyard layout. Initially, we thought bigger was better—more lawn space, larger patio, etc. But after living...