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RE: What should a smart-home installation quote break out?
I wouldn’t require a separate price for every device or cable run; those can be bundled if the quantities and scope are clear. But I’d want to see whether installation labor is included in the equipment price or charged ...
RE: Builder's timeline keeps shifting - normal or red flag?
I get wanting to be kept in the loop, but if the timeline keeps slipping and the only thing changing is the excuse, that’s a problem. I had a reno last year where the builder was super chatty but nothing actually got don...
RE: Anyone else feel awkward talking to their TV?
I hear you on the price of those panels - ridiculous. I did the same with old blankets and it worked way better than I expected. As for talking to the TV, I still feel weird, but at least it’s not as loud as yelling for ...
RE: Making the switch to water-saving toilets: Worth it?
I hear you on missing the old days - stuff just seemed to last longer. But honestly, the water savings with these newer toilets is hard to ignore. Even if a part goes out here and there, it still feels worth it in the lo...
RE: Is building your own place just a headache in disguise?
Is Building Your Own Place Just A Headache In Disguise? I keep thinking I’ve got everything accounted for, then - bam - some random fee or permit shows up. “Surprise headache” line is too real. I try to plan for the unk...
RE: Sink fixtures driving me nuts lately
Adjusting water pressure crossed my mind too, but wouldn't that just slow down the flow without really solving the splash issue? I've got a pretty shallow sink myself and tried tweaking the valves under the sink to lower...
RE: Digging into property easements - anyone else find online tools confusing?
Yeah, totally agree about the county records. When we were house-hunting last year, I remember being super cautious about relying on those online maps. One property we looked at had this weird shaded area marked as a dra...
RE: Keeping track of your construction loan payments without losing your mind
Your spreadsheet method sounds pretty solid to me. Yeah, it's tedious, but honestly, construction loans are just messy by nature. I've tried a couple budgeting apps before, but they didn't really simplify things much - j...