WHAT IF YOUR CITY PAID YOU TO USE LESS WATER? Tracking would be tricky, honestly. Comparing to last year’s bill could get messy if your household siz...

I get that, but honestly, I feel safer with more lighting outside. Maybe not stadium-level, but a well-lit street deters break-ins. I’d rather deal wi...

Good point about drainage—I learned that the hard way last year when I tried adjustable piers in my backyard. Our soil is pretty heavy clay, and even ...

Haha, exactly. When we renovated our kitchen, I spent days comparing specs on appliances—energy ratings, noise levels, warranty details, you name it. ...

I've actually had pretty decent luck with Wi-Fi bulbs myself. Sure, they're dependent on your router, but if you've got solid coverage already, they'r...

From what I've seen, initial configuration is usually the culprit. When I first got mine, the default settings were overly complicated and had feature...

That's a solid tip, hadn't thought of providing comps myself. Curious though, did you find appraisers receptive to homeowner-provided data, or did the...

Yeah, inspectors can be pretty hit-or-miss. When we redid our bathroom, the guy obsessed over outlet placement but totally missed some questionable ti...

I've been looking into automated blinds myself, but honestly, the price tags I've seen are a bit steep for what they offer. Smart lighting, though, ha...