Yeah, engineered studs around windows and doors are definitely worth the extra bucks. I remember one job a few years back—client insisted on regular d...

Good point about double-checking details. Had an appraisal once where the guy completely overlooked a finished basement—like it wasn't even there. Had...

Been there myself—tried to cut corners on a patio slab once and skipped the gravel entirely. Thought I was saving money until the first frost heave cr...

Mineral wool's definitely worth a shot if you're looking to cut down on noise. Helped a friend redo his home theater room last year, and we went with ...

I've done a fair bit of lighting setups for home offices, and honestly, daylight bulbs aren't always the magic fix people think they are. I once had a...

Good points all around. Had a client a few years back who grabbed a sloped lot thinking he'd save big upfront. Ended up spending way too much time (an...

I learned the hard way about sensors and mirrors too—had one near a decorative mirror in our entryway, and the lights kept dimming randomly. Took fore...

Wish I'd known about silicone grease sooner—would've saved me some grief. I remember installing a farmhouse sink for a client a couple years back, and...

Spray foam's great for comfort, no doubt, but it's not always the silver bullet people make it out to be. Had a client last year who went all-in on sp...

I've used battery-powered nailers quite a bit, and honestly, they've come a long way. Built an entire custom shed last fall with one—no compressor, no...