That’s spot on about the “quiet” claims—had a client who bought near what looked like a sleepy road, only to find out it turned into a drag strip for ...
I’ve seen a lot of clients get frustrated with touchless fixtures, especially in kitchens where you’re constantly moving around the sink. I installed ...
That’s spot on. I see this all the time—folks get fixated on maximizing “usable” square footage, but then end up with a yard that feels more like an e...
Redirecting downspouts is one of those simple fixes that gets overlooked. I’ve seen folks spend thousands on French drains when a $30 extension would’...
Honestly, I think brushed nickel is about as good as it gets for hiding fingerprints and water spots, but even then, it’s not magic. Matte black looks...
KEEPING TRACK OF YOUR CONSTRUCTION LOAN PAYMENTS WITHOUT LOSING YOUR MIND Honestly, spreadsheets are fine for the basics, but they start to fall apar...
Honestly, I get the love for old-school brackets, but I’ve actually had better luck with some of the newer systems—at least the higher-end ones. The t...
You're spot-on about the slow shift. A few years ago, I built a custom home for a client who went all-in on energy efficiency—geothermal heating, trip...
Totally agree with you on the maintenance angle. I've had clients who initially pushed for veneer because of the upfront savings, but ended up regrett...
Noise is definitely something to think about, but honestly, I've found it depends a lot on the type of work you're doing. For quick trim jobs or small...
I get what you're saying about DIY being rewarding and all, but honestly, sometimes it's worth stepping back and asking yourself if the frustration an...
Totally get it—people underestimate how much subtle lighting tweaks can impact productivity. I've seen clients regret relying solely on overhead fixtu...
Good call on the soffit vents—seen that issue more times than I can count. Ridge vents are ideal, but you're right, box vents can do the job if instal...
Fair points, but honestly, I've seen too many solid brick structures develop hairline cracks over time—even with decent foundations. Sure, veneer has ...
Interesting point about tweaking depth—I see where you're coming from, but in my experience, adjusting depth alone doesn't always solve the awkwardnes...