I totally get the appeal of natural wood, but from experience, composite decking was a game changer for us near the coast. The salt air and humidity r...

Had something similar happen when we redid our attic space. We went heavy on insulation, thinking thicker was better, but ended up with condensation i...

I've had mixed results with simmering water too—definitely boosts humidity, but it can be a bit energy-intensive if you're doing it regularly. Plus, l...

Haha, been there! Smart devices are great, but sometimes they can outsmart us if we're not careful. I've found a middle ground by using motion sensors...

True, they're definitely sleeker than before, but even the best-looking panels still stand out on certain roof styles. Had a client recently who loved...

Couldn't agree more with this. I've seen way too many decks that look perfectly fine from above, but underneath they're a disaster waiting to happen. ...

We renovated our coastal place last year and yeah, costs can creep up fast, especially if you're picky about materials. But honestly, investing in moi...

Weather stripping and insulation are definitely key, but I've also noticed that older fireplaces can actually suck heat right out of the room when the...