benf48
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RE: Subway tiles vs. hexagon tiles in the bathroom—what’s your pick?

I hear you on the sustainability angle and the “wow” factor with hex tiles—there’s no denying they look sharp when done right. But I’ve gotta push bac...

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RE: Need ideas for draining my pool without flooding the yard

That gave me a laugh—honestly, sometimes the low-tech solutions are the least headache. I’ve seen folks try to run pool water out to the street with a...

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RE: When the HOA demands rainbow gutters: a neighborhood saga

Had a neighbor once who tried to paint their shutters neon green—HOA nearly had a meltdown, so rainbow gutters just cracks me up. Honestly, you nailed...

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RE: Home plumbing checkups: DIY checklist or pro inspection?

I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, sometimes folks go way overboard tearing things apart for a whiff of mildew. I’ve seen more damage from ...

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RE: Just hit 20 years with the same HVAC—am I just lucky?

Yeah, I hear you on the washable filters. I tried them in a couple of flips thinking I’d save a few bucks, but honestly, they just sat there getting n...

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RE: Kitchen Redesign Adventure: Worth the Hype or Not?

That’s pretty much how most folks feel once they’re knee-deep in a remodel. I’ve seen people get talked into fancy drawer organizers or hidden outlets...

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RE: Building a backyard gazebo: what permits did you need?

Honestly, I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve gotta push back a bit on the idea that it’s all just negotiation or inspectors being moody. In my e...

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RE: how much should I budget to renovate a beach house?

I hear you on the buffer—sometimes it does feel like you’re just tying up money that could be better spent elsewhere. I’ve had a couple of jobs where ...

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