I've actually used turnbuckles a few times when framing taller walls, and they're surprisingly handy. Yeah, they do take a bit longer to set up initia...

Totally get that feeling... had a similar issue once, and it threw me off big time. Your calendar alert idea is smart—simple but effective, especially...

Totally agree with you on the humidity thing. I used to think just lowering the thermostat was the answer, but I ended up in a similar situation—AC ru...

Totally get what you're saying about picking your battles. I used to be all about hand-hammering for the satisfaction factor, but after a few bigger p...

Yeah, permeable paving can definitely be a double-edged sword. A neighbor of mine went the DIY route last summer—he watched some YouTube videos and fi...

Totally agree with you on engineered lumber. We built our place a few years back, and I remember the contractor suggesting LVLs for the longer spans a...

You're spot on about getting everything spelled out in writing. Had a neighbor once who thought driveway access meant hosting weekend BBQs with his bu...