That’s such a spot-on way to put it. I’ve tried every trick in the book—weatherstripping, caulk, even those shrink-wrap kits—and it always feels like ...

Not sure if I totally agree about always needing the pump, even if it’s a hassle. I get what you’re saying——but honestly, in my experience, going slow...

Locked Out Drama—What Would You Do? Cardboard in the hinge—been there, done that. Sometimes you just need to get through the day without a squeak dri...

Performance-based codes make a lot of sense to me, especially for eco-friendly builds. I’ve run into the same issue—had to use fiberglass insulation i...

That’s a good point about e-waste—never really thought about it like that, but it makes sense. I’ve swapped out a few bulbs over the years and always ...

Title: My Battle With Moldy Closets And Frizzy Hair Brass really does hold up, doesn’t it? I’ve replaced so many sagging plastic rods over the years—...

Those inspectors really do have a sixth sense for finding oddball issues. When I did mine, they wanted me to install a sump pit even though the soil d...

I’ve definitely found that face-to-face makes a difference, especially if you can show you’re willing to work with the inspector instead of just pushi...

Composite shingles are definitely getting better, agreed. Have you had any experience with how they handle algae or mold buildup near the coast? I've ...

Definitely agree with you on the switches being a better bet outdoors. Did you ever notice if your smart bulbs had moisture build-up inside? I had som...