Pawn shops are underrated for sure. Got a decent router there last summer—just needed a quick clean-up, and it's been solid since. Craigslist works to...

Yeah, this right here hits home for me. I built our place almost entirely DIY, went heavy on efficiency—triple-pane windows, radiant floor heating, th...

I've actually found that even with good flashing, if the drainage plane behind isn't done right, you're still asking for trouble. Had a project where ...

I get what you're saying about the fridge—I felt a bit silly at first talking to my TV, like it was judging my questionable binge-watching habits. But...

Good tips—especially the moisture meter, that's saved me a few times. I'll add that checking your plates for straightness before framing helps a ton. ...

Yeah, good call on that. I learned the hard way when we did our flooring—thought FSC meant we were in the clear, but ended up airing out the house for...

Totally agree with this. When we built our place, I was dead set on sleek minimalism—clean lines, hidden storage, the whole deal. But after living in ...