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RE: What should a smart-home installation quote break out?
The device list and control areas can stay flexible if the quote spells out what its allowances assume. Could it show assumed cable routes, device quantities, and included programming hours, along with unit rates for cha...
RE: Digging up the backyard: found more than just dirt
- Definitely agree - nature has its own plans. - I’ve done the “extra deep base” thing too, and honestly, the difference wasn’t huge for me either. - If you’re handy and don’t mind re-leveling every year or two, skipping...
RE: Digging into property easements - anyone else find online tools confusing?
- Totally get the hesitation on survey costs - felt the same way at first. - After hearing stories like yours, I realized those “savings” can backfire big time. - Online maps are handy for a quick look, but yeah, I’v...
RE: What if your city paid you to use less water?
WHAT IF YOUR CITY PAID YOU TO USE LESS WATER? - Totally agree about the meter placement mess. I once had to crawl through a rose bush just to get a reading - felt like a weird reality show challenge. - The billing thing...