I learned the hard way too—my first automation was a tangled mess of triggers and conditions that never quite worked right. For backups, I stick mostl...

Worked on a renovation last year—1920s brick home, beautiful but drafty as heck. We ended up using internal insulation panels to keep the exterior bri...

I've used geotextile fabric under gravel bases a few times, and honestly, results have been mixed. On one project, it definitely helped keep the grave...

Engineered lumber definitely makes sense for cabinetry-heavy areas. I've had projects where we tried to save a bit upfront with standard studs, and en...

Definitely agree, smart blinds are great for managing solar gain, especially on south-facing sides. I've found that pairing them with thermal curtains...