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RE: Why do old buildings look so different from modern ones?
I think you’re onto something about the quirks coming from necessity - back then, materials and skills varied a lot by region and even by day. Today, everything’s standardized for cost and efficiency, which does make it ...
RE: KEEPING THE COLD OUT: MY STEP-BY-STEP FOR DRAFT-PROOFING DOORS
Interesting point about durability, but does anyone else ever weigh the cost versus benefit on these upgrades? I’ve seen some commercial spaces where the “permanent” weatherstripping still needed replacing every year or ...
RE: ARE BUILDER REFERENCES REALLY THAT HELPFUL OR JUST FLUFF?
ARE BUILDER REFERENCES REALLY THAT HELPFUL OR JUST FLUFF? You nailed it - references can be revealing, but they’re not foolproof. I’ve had builders hand over a list of “happy clients,” but when I actually visited the pr...
RE: When You Think You Know Better Than Your Lawyer
WHEN YOU THINK YOU KNOW BETTER THAN YOUR LAWYER That’s interesting - my experience has been a bit of a mixed bag. I’ve had lawyers catch things I’d never have thought to look for, but I’ve also had moments where I felt ...
RE: What if your city paid you to use less water?
WHAT IF YOUR CITY PAID YOU TO USE LESS WATER? That’s the part that always gets me. We talk a lot about individual responsibility, but the scale of water loss from busted mains or old pipes is just massive compared to ...
RE: Dealing with itchy pink nightmare in my attic
Title: Dealing with itchy pink nightmare in my attic I get where you’re coming from on the barrier creams, but I’ve actually had the opposite experience - less itch, not more. Maybe it’s a brand thing or just how much y...
RE: Sink fixtures driving me nuts lately
TITLE: Sink Fixtures Driving Me Nuts Lately That’s a good point about ceramic disc valves - they really have changed the game for durability and water savings. I’ve noticed in new builds, especially multifamily projects...
RE: Anyone else feel awkward talking to their TV?
I get your point, but wouldn't smarter software be a simpler fix than redesigning hardware? Like, maybe TVs could learn the acoustics of your room over time and adjust their mic sensitivity or noise-canceling accordingly...
RE: Keeping track of your construction loan payments without losing your mind
True, spreadsheets are solid, but how do you handle tracking multiple loans or projects simultaneously without things getting messy? I've found it tricky once the complexity ramps up... any tips?
RE: Smart thermostats - worth the hype or just fancy gadgets?
I see your point about smarter sensors, but honestly, do we really need thermostats making every little decision for us? Sometimes simpler tech with fewer variables can be more reliable long-term... fewer headaches, fewe...
RE: Hammer vs nail gun - what's your go-to?
Yeah, I've noticed the same thing about palm nailers - they definitely have their niche. I was skeptical at first, but after wrestling with joist hangers in a tight crawlspace last summer, I borrowed one from a buddy and...
RE: Dealing with itchy pink nightmare in my attic
We did spray foam in a renovation last year, and I noticed the smell too. It wasn't terrible, but definitely noticeable for about a week. We kept windows cracked open and ran fans, which seemed to help a lot. One thing I...