That’s been my experience too, but I’ll say—banks can be sticklers about how you allocate funds, especially if you’re dealing with construction draws....

I get what you mean about some pads making things feel less stable. I’ve noticed that with those super thick memory foam ones, especially if the rug i...

WEIGHING THE PROS AND CONS OF SWITCHING TO A 15-YEAR MORTGAGE It’s interesting how the “invisible” upgrades like insulation or windows can feel less ...

That sounds painfully familiar. Have you tried using something like Home Assistant or Hubitat to unify everything? I’m curious if those platforms actu...

Totally agree that contracts are lifesavers when things go sideways. I’ve lost count of how many times a well-defined scope has kept a project from tu...

Good call on getting specialized advice, but I'm curious—did your insurance advisor clarify how coverage changes if you make modifications or addition...

I had a similar experience when we built ours a couple years back. Gravel alone definitely wasn't enough—after a few storms, it was like walking throu...

I've been wondering about this too, actually. Even though the standby draw per bulb might seem minimal, once you factor in multiple bulbs across diffe...

Curious if you've noticed much difference in long-term thermal performance between veneer and solid brick walls? I've seen veneer setups perform prett...

Yeah, patience is definitely key. Curious though—did the inspector's initial concerns turn out to have any merit after you got the structural engineer...

Breathable frost covers do seem like a solid option, but how are you guys anchoring them down? I tried something similar last winter, and every windy ...