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RE: What if your city paid you to use less water?
WHAT IF YOUR CITY PAID YOU TO USE LESS WATER? You nailed it about rebates mostly helping folks who already have the resources. It’s frustrating seeing upgrades go to those who least need the help, while renters and lowe...
RE: Choosing the Right Grips for Your Doors
Mixing matte black and antique brass can totally work, but I get the worry about it looking too busy. I actually tried something similar in my last kitchen reno - here’s what I learned: - Used matte black for all the ca...
RE: Struggling with ventilation inspection requirements lately
- Totally get where you’re coming from. - Here’s what’s helped me deal with the moving target: - I keep a running log of inspector comments and decisions for each project. Sometimes referencing a previous approval (...
RE: Why does every outlet in my house need to be GFCI now?
Yeah, the stiffness is just part of the deal with tamper-resistant outlets. Here’s what I’ve noticed: - They do loosen up a bit after regular use, but never as smooth as the old-school ones. - It’s mostly about keeping ...