Can’t argue with that—Zigbee’s been way more reliable in my setups too. But I’ll be honest, sometimes even Zigbee acts up if you’ve got a bunch of met...

I totally get the skepticism—sometimes these extra steps seem like overkill. But honestly, compacting the base isn't just hype. I've seen plenty of DI...

I've actually seen lime-based mortar paired with breathable sealants on a couple older builds—worked out great. You're spot-on, though, prep is everyt...

Yeah, noticed the same thing on our last build. Independent lenders seemed more open to incentives for energy-efficient features. Definitely worth the...

Metal roofs definitely have their perks, especially durability-wise, but I get the hesitation about noise. Honestly though, with proper insulation and...

Yeah, totally agree with this. Sand seems like a good idea at first, but it quickly becomes a maintenance headache. Gravel or pavers are definitely th...

From a purely technical standpoint, the soundproofing difference isn't all that dramatic if the veneer was installed properly with good insulation beh...

Chrome's definitely a breeze to maintain, no argument there, but honestly, brushed nickel has become my go-to recommendation for most clients lately. ...

Had a similar issue a couple years back when our neighbors needed driveway access through our side yard. We ended up using slightly recessed paving st...

I get the appeal of simplifying permits, but honestly, checklists alone won't solve everything. Tiny homes can put unexpected strain on older utility ...