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/...