Had a similar issue myself—looked fine until we pulled shingles near the chimney flashing, then found rot underneath. Did you check if your attic insu...

Totally agree with this. I've found Home Assistant hits that sweet spot pretty well—customizable enough to tweak energy monitoring and automation for ...

I've seen high-grade veneer hold up pretty well, too, but honestly, even the best veneers can struggle in certain climates. If you're dealing with hea...

I've actually had decent luck with bamboo stakes, but there's definitely a trick to it. If you're set on bamboo (maybe for sustainability or cost reas...

Good call on the cartridge—had a similar faucet issue myself, and it turned out to be exactly that. Upgrades always have a few hiccups, but once you i...