Trimming Down Expenses on Project Supplies That garage full of offcuts sounds familiar—mine’s a maze of half-used boxes and mystery fasteners. I’m wi...
HOW DO YOU HANDLE SURPRISE COSTS WITHOUT WRECKING YOUR FINANCES? Cutting back on the “nice-to-haves” does help, but I try not to go overboard. For me...
Honestly, I think tech upgrades can do more for comfort than we sometimes give them credit for. Sure, rugs and curtains help, but a well-programmed sm...
Mapping out the vents ahead of time really does make a difference, especially if you’re dealing with an older house where things might not be up to co...
Totally agree, tablets can really come in handy for quick smart home setups. I've seen clients mount older iPads or Android tablets near entryways or ...
I've had similar experiences with motion sensors. They're fantastic once they're fine-tuned, but getting there can be a bit of trial and error. In one...
I've run into this exact issue a few times myself. Had one client who went all-in on geothermal heating and solar panels—beautiful setup, honestly—but...
Couldn't agree more about the drying process—I've seen kiln-dried lumber warp badly when suppliers rush things. Another thing I've found helpful is le...
That's a clever workaround with the pond idea, but I'd caution against assuming every problematic lot can be easily transformed into something appeali...
I get where you're coming from—automation can feel intrusive if it's not dialed in just right. But I've found that with careful calibration and qualit...
Good call on the magnesium floats—I noticed the same thing when I first switched over. They're definitely easier on the wrists, especially if you're w...