DIGGING INTO PROPERTY EASEMENTS—ANYONE ELSE FIND ONLINE TOOLS CONFUSING? Yeah, those online maps can be more trouble than they’re worth sometimes. I’...

I get that, but what about folks who already use water efficiently? If the city only pays for big reductions, people who've been careful all along get...

That’s the truth. I’ve seen folks trust those online parcel maps and end up a foot or two off—doesn’t sound like much until you’re dealing with a setb...

Couldn’t agree more on design being key. I’ve put in plenty of “budget” low-flows for clients, and they’re usually calling me back to fix clogs or lea...

Title: Trimming Down Expenses on Project Supplies You nailed it with that one. I’ve had to replace more “bargain” drawer pulls than I care to admit...

Haha, couldn't have said it better myself. I've seen plenty of clients try to DIY their smart home setups on a tight budget, and usually, it ends up w...

Tried hybrid sealants a couple times myself, and yeah, cleanup's definitely easier than silicone. But honestly, I've had mixed results too. Last year ...

Passive vents aren't usually a budget-breaker in my experience. Did a foam attic last year, and while upfront costs were higher, fewer moisture issues...

I've had my share of spreadsheet scares too—nothing worse than scrambling to piece together payment history at the last minute. Notebooks can work, bu...

Pouring your own slab isn't rocket science, but it's definitely trickier than some DIY guides make it sound. Biggest pitfalls I've seen are poor site ...