$8K ISN’T UNHEARD OF, BUT IT DEPENDS ON YOUR CHOICES - $8k does sound high compared to $5k, but there’s a lot that can push costs up even without goi...

Tape and a playlist definitely get you through most projects, but I’ll admit, my cordless sander is worth its weight in gold. On the paint front, I’ve...

Totally agree—function wins every time, especially with old houses that just want to trap moisture. Here’s what’s worked for me: - Swapped out all th...

Title: Inspector's coming tomorrow, but your kitchen's still a disaster—what do you do? Grout lines are the silent tattletales of any kitchen, especi...

Good points about woolly thyme and drainage—I ran into something similar a couple years back. Had a client who loved the idea of woolly thyme around h...

They're useful, no doubt, but I wouldn't say they're always the best solution. I've seen plenty of cases where French drains got overwhelmed during he...

Did something similar in our townhouse—went with sound insulation between shared walls. Helped a lot, but honestly, sealing gaps around doors and wind...

Cable raceways are solid advice, especially painted ones. A couple other quick thoughts: - Try reusable velcro ties instead of zip ties—way easier to...

Honestly, I doubt it's just about cost-cutting. Could also be a push toward lighter, eco-friendly materials—good for the environment but not always gr...