I get where you’re coming from—there’s a lot at stake when it comes to structural stuff, and I’d be lying if I said the idea of “winging it” didn’t ma...

BUILDING GREENER: SIMPLE SWAPS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE That’s a good point about the quirks adding character—I’ve noticed the same thing with some old...

Title: What if your city paid you to use less water? I’ve wondered about that too—whether higher upfront costs for better fixtures actually save more...

WHAT IF YOUR HOME’S AIRFLOW SUDDENLY WENT HAYWIRE? That analogy really hits home. I’ll admit, when we moved in, I was tempted to push a big chair r...

MAKING THE SWITCH TO WATER-SAVING TOILETS: WORTH IT? I totally get where you’re coming from on the budget models. I went through a similar thing when...

That really resonates. When we started looking into our own easements, I thought the county’s GIS site would be all I’d need, but the layers were a he...

I'm currently renovating my first custom home, and this topic has been on my mind a lot lately. I initially started out using a hammer for most of my ...

I've noticed something similar, but I'd argue it's not always about price. I've had budget smart bulbs running smoothly for over two years, yet a pric...

Couldn't agree more with this sentiment. I recently tackled installing a new faucet, thinking it'd be a quick afternoon job. Of course, it turned into...

I've actually found the opposite—no matter how much I tweaked sensitivity or timers, the lights still seemed to misinterpret my presence. Ended up swi...

I had a similar experience with debris buildup using galvanized mesh. It's manageable, but I do find myself climbing up there every few months to clea...

Brick flooring looks amazing, but I'd be wary about moisture issues in a bathroom. Even sealed, brick can get slippery or trap dampness. Maybe conside...

While informal chats can definitely smooth things over in smaller groups, sometimes deeper-rooted conflicts need a bit more structure. I've noticed th...