Honestly, I think you’re on the right track. I’ve found that subs rarely read more than the first few lines, so putting the “must-do” items up top is ...
I’ve worked on remodels where clients wanted greywater systems, and the permits were a headache every time. If cities want real savings, they should m...
Couldn’t agree more—sometimes “just a peek” turns into a full-blown renovation. My go-to is to score the paint and caulk lines with a utility knife be...
Totally get where you’re coming from. In my experience, quality over quantity really pays off—especially with anything that’s exposed to the elements....
BUILDING ON LEVEL GROUND: STEP-BY-STEP TIPS FOR MAKING THE MOST OF A FLAT LOT I get the appeal of a flat lot—definitely easier for accessibility and ...
Title: Anyone Else Feel Awkward Talking To Their TV? I totally get what you mean about juggling too many apps. That’s probably the biggest pain point...
TRIMMING DOWN EXPENSES ON PROJECT SUPPLIES Funny, I’ve run into the same thing with leftover tile samples and random hardware. My rule of thumb is if...
Couldn’t agree more with this. I’ve seen so many projects where folks try to “make it work” with bowed studs, and you always end up fighting it at eve...
I’ve seen the same thing with fiber mixes—especially in basements where you want to avoid those hairline cracks that just ruin the look. I’m usually a...
I've used both red and green lasers outdoors quite a bit, especially when aligning outdoor structures or checking wall straightness. Honestly, green l...
Yeah, GPS can be finicky sometimes... I've found setting the geofence radius slightly larger helps smooth out those coffee-run false alarms. Not perfe...
Totally agree about matte finishes hiding scratches better. I once had a client insist on glossy surfaces for their custom-cast cabinet handles—looked...
Totally get what you're saying about the palm nailers—those vibrations can really wear you down. One trick I've found helpful is wrapping the handle w...
Yeah, kiln-dried lumber isn't always the magic fix people think it is. One thing I've found helpful when working with green lumber is to frame walls f...
Totally agree about getting ultra-specific. I usually ask builders to define exactly what "standard conditions" mean for humidity and moisture levels—...