I definitely see your point about zoning—it can be a game-changer for sure. But I'd say it's not always the silver bullet people think it is. I've wor...

Totally agree about faucet quality being a huge factor. I've installed my fair share, and honestly, some of the cheaper brands seem like they're desig...

Interesting point about the surface finish—I ran into something similar when prototyping custom cabinet handles. I initially thought 3D printing would...

I can relate to that tile story more than I'd like to admit. A few years back, I was working on a custom build for a client who insisted on outsourcin...

That's pretty much my take too. From a builder's perspective, they're great for comfort and convenience, but the actual savings depend heavily on your...

Solid points there. I've worked with both solid brick and veneer extensively, and honestly, veneer gets a bad rap mostly because of poor installation ...

You make a good point about verifying with county offices, but honestly, I've found GIS maps pretty reliable if you cross-reference them with recent s...

Couldn't agree more. Even after years of building custom homes, I still occasionally run into unexpected snags. It's all part of the process—keeps thi...

Interesting perspective on wool insulation—I can definitely see the appeal, especially in humid climates. But I have to say, from my experience, cellu...

You're definitely on the right track with what you've done so far. A perc test can be helpful, but honestly, I'd lean toward getting an engineer invol...