Couldn’t agree more. Nothing worse than getting called back to fix something that should’ve lasted. I’ve learned the hard way—cheap materials always c...

STRUGGLING WITH VENTILATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS LATELY Honestly, I get the urge to document everything, but I think it’s getting a bit out of han...

You're right about online docs sometimes being outdated, but honestly, calling the planning office doesn't always speed things up either. I've had a f...

Fair enough, but honestly, I've seen plenty of folks underestimate how quickly "stable-ish" investments can turn south. Had a client once who thought ...

Inserts definitely have their place—especially if you're regularly running hotter fires. I've seen setups without inserts hold up fine, but it depends...

Totally agree—quality lumber saves a ton of headaches. I've also noticed that even kiln-dried wood can warp if it's rushed through the drying process....

Yeah, exactly. I've seen folks try to save a few bucks by going with cheaper or reclaimed lumber for structural work, and it almost always ends up bit...

Yep, nail gun all the way for framing. Hammer's fine for patch jobs or small repairs, but when you're talking whole walls or roofing, it's just too sl...

Random spikes like that usually point to something cycling on and off without you noticing. Could be your HVAC system, water heater, or even a fridge/...