That’s hilarious, but honestly, I get it. I’ve had to reset my “smart” thermostat more times than I care to admit. One thing I’d add—label your breake...

Vent holes in the closet door are a clever workaround, even if they aren’t exactly going to win any design awards. I’ve seen people use those louvered...

Interesting idea—I hadn't considered dry wells before. But I'm curious, how deep did you make yours? I've got clay soil too, and digging even a small ...

Couldn't agree more—inspectors usually appreciate when homeowners show they've done their homework. But I'm curious, what happens if historical eviden...

Interesting point about inspectors responding better when there's context beyond just paperwork. I haven't dealt with vintage wallpaper, but your expe...

Haha, I've had a similar issue with mirrors—thought I was being clever placing one opposite my window, but all I got was a view of my AC unit. Not exa...

I'm with you on the selective upgrades—too much smart tech can feel overwhelming. But honestly, I've found smart lighting surprisingly useful even tho...

Couldn't agree more, preparation is key. Still, I wonder...is there a point where adding more tech actually complicates daily tasks instead of simplif...

I get your reasoning about preserving original windows, and interior storm windows do sound like a solid compromise. But honestly, efficiency upgrades...