Not sure I totally agree on sticking with basics for everything. In my experience, some pro-grade stuff actually does outperform the DIY tricks—especi...

- Been there with the “organized mess”—sometimes it’s just faster to dig than to find the right spreadsheet tab. - Tool libraries are hit or miss. I...

Directional antenna’s a solid move—beats trenching any day. I’ve run into the same issue with old walls and thick trees. Sometimes I wish I could just...

Honestly, I’m with you on not needing everything to be “smart.” Some stuff just doesn’t need an app. That said, I’ve found Home Assistant solid if you...

- Had a site in two neighboring towns—one inspector flagged the same vent setup the next guy approved without blinking. - Drives up costs and delays. ...