That's actually a really good point about sound insulation. Solid brick definitely has that advantage—I've worked on a few projects in busy urban area...

Couldn't agree more—planning ahead makes a huge difference. Did you find certain flooring materials easier to work with in terms of VOC levels? I've n...

Yeah, that's probably the smart move... seems like updates are always a bit of a gamble. Glad Ecobee's working out better for you—maybe some companies...

That's a fair point about providing solid data, but do you think documentation alone always solves the issue? I've seen cases where even detailed ener...

Yeah, local codes can really throw you a curveball if you're not careful. Did your cousin run into any zoning issues when switching from RV to slab? I...

That's a great point about casually highlighting upgrades during the appraisal. Did you find it tricky to balance pointing things out without feeling ...

I second the porcelain tile suggestion—did something similar last summer. They're holding up great, even after some pretty intense bonfires. Curious t...