BUILDING ON LEVEL GROUND: STEP-BY-STEP TIPS FOR MAKING THE MOST OF A FLAT LOT I keep seeing people push French drains as the go-to, but has anyone ac...
TRIMMING DOWN EXPENSES ON PROJECT SUPPLIES I hear you on the pallet wood—seems like a great idea until you’re three hours in, sweating and cursing at...
Navy and blush with brass does look sharp, but I’ve seen it get dated pretty fast in some homes—especially when folks go heavy on the blush. Sometimes...
Funny you mention that—I've swapped out a few for clients, and honestly, the noise thing seems all over the map. Some of the newer models do have a sh...
Did you seal or oil the bamboo rack at all before using it? I've seen a lot of bamboo products marketed as "water-resistant," but honestly, without pr...
Have you actually tried installing those low-voltage kits yourself? I've seen a few homeowners struggle with connections that aren't as waterproof as ...
Yeah, I've seen people try, but honestly, it's usually a headache. A buddy of mine tried renegotiating a utility easement that cut right through his i...
Sketches definitely help, but I'm wondering if even a clear sketch really solves the deeper issue here? Like, sure, you can both see exactly what's be...
Yeah, I was skeptical about the ventilation thing too at first—seemed like another upsell. But did you notice any difference in your cooling bills dur...
Yeah, double-checking is good advice, but even then, do you ever really trust a roof until it's had a good heavy rain or two? I've seen roofs pass eve...
I've had similar experiences with reclaimed wood—sometimes it's just more trouble than it's worth. Have you tried bringing along a small screwdriver o...
Yeah, you nailed it there—sometimes "recommended" is just a fancy way of upselling. Did you look into the actual R-value difference between double and...
Yeah, that's the thing, isn't it? I mean, clients often jump at the eco-friendly label without fully grasping the hidden quirks. I've had similar head...
Fair point about installation quality—seen plenty of botched fiberglass jobs myself. But I'm curious, was your fiberglass insulation originally instal...