Convection settings really do seem to stump people. I’ve seen the same thing—most tenants just want to hit “bake” and move on. Here’s how I look at i...
I get where you’re coming from—simplicity is underrated, especially in rentals. I’ve had my share of tenants who just want to set a temp and walk away...
You nailed it—wax is a lifesaver for those quick turnovers. I hear you on the durability, especially near entryways. One trick I’ve used: a light buff...
I get where you’re coming from, but I actually lean the other way for most routine plumbing checks. Here’s my take: 1. Start by shutting off the mai...
Digging a shallow channel isn’t overkill at all, especially if your yard slopes toward the house or you’ve got heavy clay soil. I’ve had to do it at a...
Permits are their own beast, aren’t they? I’ve pulled them myself a couple of times, mostly for smaller projects. It’s doable if you’re organized and ...
Crabgrass is like that one tenant who never pays rent but somehow keeps showing up, right? Here’s my go-to routine for stubborn lawns: I start with a ...
Couldn’t agree more on the trade-off. In my experience, the key is balancing insulation with ventilation—trickle vents are a good start, but sometimes...
That's a great point about cozy corners—funny how often overlooked spaces turn into favorites. Had a similar issue once; couldn't extend a bathroom, e...
Rain gardens are definitely a hidden gem—glad to see more folks giving them a shot. Grading worked pretty well for me too, but I ended up adding some ...
Yeah, personality definitely plays a big role—I've seen similar things happen on my projects too. Had one inspector who barely glanced at a major stru...
Yeah, inspectors can be all over the map sometimes. I've had one inspector flag minor grout discoloration as a "potential moisture issue," while anoth...
Haha, I feel you on the mint situation. I once planted it thinking I'd have fresh mojitos all summer... ended up with a mint jungle instead. Total...
Glad you mentioned moss trays because I've had similar experiences. Pebble trays never really did much for me either, aside from looking nice. But mos...