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RE: When your kitchen reno dreams meet your wallet’s reality
Primer is seriously underrated. I’ve bought properties where the cabinets looked like total write-offs, but a can of primer and some decent paint made them look almost new. I get the urge to rip everything out - sometime...
RE: WHEN DOES A "WEEKEND PLUMBING JOB" EVER ACTUALLY TAKE A WEEKEND?
WEEKEND PLUMBING JOBS ARE NEVER JUST A WEEKEND I hear you. Every time I think I’m just swapping out a faucet or fixing a “small” leak, it turns into a full-blown project. Bought a duplex last year and figured I’d just r...
RE: my battle with moldy closets and frizzy hair
I get where you’re coming from about airflow, but I’ve actually seen the opposite in a few of my properties. Sometimes, too much airflow - especially in older homes with drafty doors - can actually bring in more humidity...
RE: got denied for a permit - what would you do next?
Yeah, the permit grind is real. I’ve had my share of run-ins with “neighborhood character” too - sometimes it feels like a moving target, honestly. You’re right about reading the denial letter closely; I’ve missed small ...
RE: Finally switched to keyless entry and here's what I noticed
Haha, dogs definitely have their own ideas about what's a good hiding spot. I've had battery anxiety too - ended up getting one of those keyless locks with a physical key override just in case. Now I keep a spare key tuc...
RE: EARTHQUAKE-PROOFED MY FIRST BUILDING AND IT ACTUALLY WORKED
Totally agree on inspection cams - saved my sanity more than once. Haha, drywall dust is definitely an acquired taste... Glad you found it quickly though, nothing worse than hunting mystery leaks all weekend.
RE: finally got our storm shelter checked out and passed with flying colors
Passive vents are definitely underrated. I did something similar with a rental property basement - just two simple pipes - and tenants haven't complained once about dampness. Sometimes low-tech really is the way to go......
RE: Just hit 20 years with the same HVAC - am I just lucky?
Couldn't agree more about insulation and ductwork. Had a similar experience with a rental property - HVAC was ancient, figured I'd have to replace it right away. But after sealing up some duct leaks and beefing up attic ...
RE: Humidity Hacks: Little Things I Wish I'd Known Earlier
Totally agree with you on the misting hassle - tried it myself and gave up pretty quickly. The pebble tray trick is solid, though. I've done something similar with my pothos and spider plants, and it definitely helped pe...
RE: Finally switched to keyless entry and here's what I noticed
I've noticed humidity is usually the bigger culprit for me. My front door sticks pretty bad every summer, but come winter, it's smooth sailing again. Funny thing is, my back door does the exact opposite - sticks in winte...