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RE: Building On Level Ground: Step-By-Step Tips For Making The Most Of A Flat Lot
I hear you on the wildness - sometimes I let a few clover patches go just because the bees love them. I’ve been thinking about edging my paths with low ground covers like creeping thyme to crowd out weeds a bit. Has anyo...
RE: Why Do HOA Rules Feel Like a Maze Sometimes?
WHY DO HOA RULES FEEL LIKE A MAZE SOMETIMES? That inflatable turkey story cracked me up - my old neighborhood had a guy who put up Christmas lights in August, so I get it. Still, I wish the rules were written in plain E...
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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 - sometimes a little cash is just the nudge folks need. I remember when our city started offering rebates for drought-tolerant landscaping. My partner and I we...
RE: Making the switch to water-saving toilets: Worth it?
MAKING THE SWITCH TO WATER-SAVING TOILETS: WORTH IT? I swapped out our old toilets for water-savers last year, and honestly, the noise surprised me. My teenage son calls it “the rocket launch.” It’s efficient, sure, but...
RE: Color combos that oddly please the brain
Title: Color Combos That Oddly Please The Brain I get what you mean about combos looking better in real life, but I’ve had the opposite happen too. Picked a sage green and soft pink once - looked dreamy on the chips, bu...
RE: Smart home on a tight budget - is it doable?
I've actually noticed a difference since switching to a smart thermostat. Nothing huge month-to-month, but over a year it adds up nicely. Plus, tweaking schedules creatively can be kinda fun... definitely worth exploring...
RE: MY NEW FIRE PIT SEEMS GREAT, BUT IS IT REALLY SAFE?
Yeah, drainage is one of those sneaky things that you don't really think about until it's suddenly a problem. Had a similar issue with my patio - thought I'd done everything right until the first big rainstorm turned it ...
RE: Casting vs injection molding - which method works better?
Totally agree - mixing materials can really elevate a piece. I once combined injection-molded parts with hand-cast metal accents...the contrast was pretty striking. But yeah, took a few tries to nail the balance without ...
RE: Anyone else feel awkward talking to their TV?
Yeah, I totally relate to this. I got one of those voice-controlled TVs thinking it'd be super convenient, but honestly, it just feels weird talking to it. Like you said, home is personal - it's our comfort zone - and ch...
RE: Builder Insurance - Ever Wondered Who Covers the Mishaps?
Ran into this exact thing when we remodeled our kitchen. Thought we'd save a bit by trimming their insurance, but our homeowner's policy had some sneaky exclusions for active construction. Worth double-checking your fine...
RE: Brick veneer or real brick walls - worth the extra hassle?
Totally agree about the maintenance aspect - real brick can definitely sneak up on you with those hidden costs. We bought an older brick home about ten years ago, and while I absolutely love the charm and character, we'v...
RE: Struggling to understand window insulation ratings and it's driving me nuts
Totally get where you're coming from, and yeah, sealing drafts is huge... but honestly, I wouldn't write off triple-pane windows entirely. We splurged on them in our bedroom and living room, and it's been a game changer ...
RE: Builder Insurance - Ever Wondered Who Covers the Mishaps?
I get where you're coming from, and insurance definitely has its place - but honestly, prevention and proactive maintenance have saved me way more headaches (and cash) in the long run. A few years back, I had this sneaky...
RE: Builder Insurance - Ever Wondered Who Covers the Mishaps?
Yeah, insurance can be a weird beast sometimes... had a similar issue when our kitchen cabinets warped after installation. Insurance called it "normal wear and tear" - seriously? Ended up chatting directly with the contr...