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RE: When You Think You Know Better Than Your Lawyer
I get where you’re coming from. I’ve had contracts for building projects where a tiny phrase about “acceptable materials” could have derailed my whole sustainability plan. Here’s how I handle it: first, I read every line...
RE: When “Smart” Devices Aren’t So Smart After All
WHEN “SMART” DEVICES AREN’T SO SMART AFTER ALL It’s a real pain when a “smart” light means you need three apps and a firmware update just to turn it on. I’ve found layering in manual overrides helps - like making sure t...
RE: No more dead zones: how I got wifi in my backyard shed
I’ve had a similar experience - tried to make my shed airtight at first, thinking it’d keep out moisture and bugs, but it just made everything musty. Cross-ventilation worked way better for me too. Plus, less stuff to br...
RE: WHERE DO YOU EVEN START WITH HIRING SOMEONE TO DESIGN YOUR HOUSE?
WHERE DO YOU EVEN START WITH HIRING SOMEONE TO DESIGN YOUR HOUSE? That’s such a relatable struggle. I’ve definitely had to pick my battles - sometimes it’s about the “big picture” stuff, but other times it’s those littl...