Totally get where you're coming from. When I first jumped into smart home stuff, I went all-in with fancy integrations and custom setups—big mistake. ...

Totally agree on natural daylight being ideal, but let's face it—not everyone's workspace has that luxury. If you're stuck with limited windows, pairi...

Exactly. Doesn't have to be complicated—just clear enough to avoid misunderstandings later. Seen clients do something similar for small reno jobs. Sim...

Yeah, calling directly can speed things up, but honestly, I've had mixed luck. Even when I've provided detailed plans and checked all the boxes, somet...

Good points all around. A hammer definitely has fewer headaches, but from my experience, it really depends on the scale and type of project you're tac...

Good points here, especially about habits making things easier. From my experience: - Greywater setups can definitely be streamlined if you're discip...

Yeah, groundwork can be brutal. A few others I've seen regularly: - Last-minute design changes (clients suddenly wanting custom cabinetry or specialty...