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RE: Keeping the critters out: weird but effective tricks?
Title: Keeping the Critters Out: Weird But Effective Tricks? Yeah, I’ve got a graveyard of plastic owl decoys in my shed - total waste of money for me. The squirrels around here just treat them like part of the scenery ...
RE: Builder's timeline keeps shifting - normal or red flag?
This right here is what gets me. Stuff happens - weather, supply chain, whatever - but if every update is a new excuse, I start wondering if they’re just winging it. I’ve had one builder who was upfront about green mater...
RE: Quick check-up trick to avoid plumbing nightmares
I get where you’re coming from - old-school checks definitely work, but I’ve seen too many folks miss slow leaks that way. Even the best visual inspections can’t catch what’s happening behind a wall or under a slab. I’d ...
RE: Weighing the pros and cons of switching to a 15-year mortgage
That hits home. I went for a 30-year with the idea I’d pay extra when I could, but keep the lower payment as my safety net. It’s not always about “discipline” - sometimes it’s just about having options when stuff breaks ...
RE: If you had to rig up your own home security on a tight budget, what would you do?
Honestly, I’ve used the fake cameras before. They look convincing from a distance, but up close, anyone determined could probably tell they’re not real. Still, for a few bucks, it’s not the worst deterrent - sometimes ju...
RE: If you had to rig up your own home security on a tight budget, what would you do?
Totally get where you’re coming from. I’d add that solid core doors are a game changer - worth every penny over hollow ones, even on a budget. For windows, I’ve used those DIY security film kits. Not perfect, but they ma...
RE: ARE BUILDER REFERENCES REALLY THAT HELPFUL OR JUST FLUFF?
ARE BUILDER REFERENCES REALLY THAT HELPFUL OR JUST FLUFF? Couldn’t agree more about checking out job sites in person. I’ve seen some “glowing” references that didn’t match what was actually happening on the ground. Walk...