- Seen this play out too many times—city hands out rebates for “efficient” fixtures, but the stuff they approve is bottom-shelf. - I’ve had clients ...

No More Dead Zones: How I Got Wifi in My Backyard Shed Yeah, can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen folks regret not running ethernet when they had ...

Title: How do you handle surprise costs without wrecking your finances? I’ve tried the bucket method too, but honestly, it hasn’t always saved me fro...

HDPE’s tough, but I’ve had mixed feelings. Here’s what I’ve noticed: - Screwing into it can be a hassle—threads strip out way easier than with plywoo...

WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOUR CITY CHANGED ITS CONSTRUCTION RULES? - I get the whole “gray area = creativity” thing, but man, sometimes it just means m...

- Good points, but motorized shades aren't exactly low-tech... I've seen plenty of clients frustrated when the motors or remotes fail. - Also, landsca...

Good points overall, but a couple things to consider: - Solid brick definitely has longevity, but I've seen cases where improper insulation actually ...

- Nail guns definitely speed things up on framing days, but compressors and hoses are a pain, agreed. - Cordless nailers help, but they're pricey and ...

- Face-to-face meetings are useful, sure, but let's not overestimate body language. I've had lenders who were smooth talkers in person but turned out ...

- Landscape fabric's always been a bit overrated in my experience. Sure, it helps initially, but like you said, dirt and seeds inevitably find their w...

Fair point, but honestly, silicone mats can be more trouble than they're worth. I've seen plenty of kitchens where moisture sneaks underneath unnotice...

I've installed a bunch of these things for clients over the years, and here's my take: - They're great if you're tech-savvy and patient enough to fin...