That’s exactly why I gave up on wax in the kitchen. Looked gorgeous for about two days, then my kids came barreling in with wet boots and it was game ...

I totally get what you mean about the rubber caps—mine always seemed to split after a few months, especially in winter. I went with a Schlage keypad a...

Haha, been down that road myself. Thought I'd tackle the plumbing during our remodel—how hard could it be, right? Ended up flooding half the bathroom ...

Ugh, mold is the worst...been there myself. We thought ours would be straightforward too, but ended up needing new plumbing behind the shower wall. Ho...

I see your point about thorough checks, but honestly, most serious deck issues don't just pop up overnight. Usually, if you're regularly out there gri...

Had a similar moment when I was building my deck—permit got denied over railing height. Thought it was ridiculous at first, but honestly, the adjustme...

I feel your pain—water issues always seem to domino into something bigger. When I redirected my gutters, I didn't have foundation problems exactly, bu...

LED strips are definitely a game changer, especially in those awkward corners. I tried the upward-facing clamp lamp trick too, but honestly, I found i...