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RE: Smart lights vs smart switches for yard setup?
I get where you’re coming from on wired being the “gold standard,” but I’ve actually had decent luck mixing both. In a few of my rentals, I’ve used solar for pathways and accent spots, then just wired up the main areas -...
RE: Just hit 20 years with the same HVAC - am I just lucky?
Title: Hitting 20 Years with HVAC - Maintenance Really Does Pay Off I’ve owned a fair share of older homes, and honestly, I think people underestimate just how much regular maintenance stretches out the life of an HVAC ...
RE: Easy ways to refresh your porch look each season
I get what you mean about porch rugs - sometimes the scruffier they get, the more they fit in. I’ve seen a lot of properties where people try to keep everything pristine, but honestly, a little wear just makes it feel li...
RE: If I wanted a backyard guest house, how deep would my pockets need to be?
That’s the thing with older properties - no matter how much you plan, there’s always something hiding behind the walls or under the floors. I’ve had projects where asbestos tile or knob-and-tube wiring added weeks to the...
RE: Keeping Your Home Dry: Insulation Tips for Flood-Prone Areas
I’ve had a few properties where we installed those pop-up emitters at the end of underground downspout extensions. They’re decent for directing water away from the foundation, but I’ll admit, they’re not a set-it-and-for...