Impact fees are a maze. I dug into the city’s breakdown once and half of it went to things like “future road improvements”—for a backyard guest house,...

Permit fees are wild, right? I thought the actual build would be the wallet-buster, but the city wants their cut up front. Ever try deciphering the “i...

Yeah, it's interesting how often that happens. Did you have to reinforce or insulate behind the brickwork once it was exposed? Older brick can sometim...

Louvered doors definitely help airflow, but have you considered humidity control instead? I installed a small dehumidifier in my closet last year, and...

Yeah, that's a good point—I've seen condensation build-up under awnings too, especially in humid climates. Did you angle yours slightly downward to he...

Totally agree on the setting compound for bigger gaps—it's a lifesaver. Ever tried mixing in a bit of dish soap when cleaning your tools afterward? I ...