You’re not alone—glass looks amazing but it’s a pain to keep clean, especially with kids running around. I went with aluminum for that exact reason. I...

Totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve got a 1940s place and every time I try to “just replace” something, it turns into a scavenger hunt for anci...

I tried the dry well route in my backyard (heavy clay too), and honestly, it was a waste of money. Water just sat there, didn’t drain at all. I ended ...

Mid-range LEDs are definitely underrated. Mine have been solid too, going on 4 years now. Dimmers would've been nice, but honestly, I rarely adjust br...

We had a similar headache with our back door—it's ancient and warped just enough to make any lock upgrade a pain. Ended up sanding down the edges a bi...

I've thought about going smart, but honestly, the upfront cost of a hub puts me off a bit. Did you find it paid off quickly in terms of convenience or...

Mine's at 18 years and counting, and honestly, every year I think "this is it," but it just keeps chugging along. Sounds like yours still has some fig...