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RE: Builder Insurance—Ever Wondered Who Covers the Mishaps?

Ran into this exact issue last year—builder's insurance didn't fully cover some water damage caused by a subcontractor. Couple things I learned: - Bui...

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RE: Putting money aside "just in case" or relying on credit cards?

Definitely agree with this. A few thoughts from my experience: - Credit cards can be handy for immediate fixes, but interest piles up fast if you're n...

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RE: Finally upgraded my living room lights—anyone else tried smart bulbs?

Totally agree with this. I initially went all-in on smart bulbs thinking they'd solve everything, but brightness was a bigger issue than color temp fo...

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RE: Finally upgraded my living room lights—anyone else tried smart bulbs?

Definitely agree on indirect lighting helping with eye strain. A few quick points from my experience: - Positioning lights behind or slightly above ey...

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RE: Building green? Watch out for those sneaky VOCs

Agreed on sealing, but I'd also suggest letting reclaimed wood air out outdoors for a few weeks before kiln-drying. I've found this extra step helps r...

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RE: Dealing with itchy pink nightmare in my attic

Fair point—I haven't seen extensive long-term data either. But from the few projects I've specified denim insulation for, homeowners seem satisfied ev...

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RE: Construction's done, now what—stick with builder's lender or shop around?

I went through something similar—went with builder's lender just to keep my sanity intact. But looking back, I wish I'd shopped around a bit more. ...

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RE: Building a home meant to last generations is harder than it sounds

Yeah, that's the truth right there. From experience, it's not just about materials either—it's also about craftsmanship. A lotta contractors today are...

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