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RE: Delayed payments driving me nuts - does this ever get easier?
I’ve definitely noticed the same thing - if someone’s put off by a reference check, it usually means there’s something they don’t want you to find out. I’ve started making it standard practice, and honestly, it weeds out...
RE: Ever regretted a fireplace facelift? Quick poll time
Never regretted painting a brick fireplace here, either. I get the argument about preserving original materials, especially in older homes, but honestly, not every brick is worth saving for posterity. Some of the stuff f...
RE: Building a deck that doesn’t wreck the planet
I get where you’re coming from - there’s a fine line between “charm” and “needs work.” When I redid my porch with salvaged pine, I sanded and sealed it really well, which helped. Sometimes just a good finish makes all th...
RE: When gutters outlast the house: a rainwater mystery
It’s reassuring to hear I’m not the only one dealing with the “mystery mulch” phenomenon. I’ve tried a few different approaches myself - screened inlets, mesh bags, even a layer of pea gravel at the bottom once (wouldn’t...
RE: How Long Does It Really Take To Insulate A House?
I’ve found mesh netting does help with blown-in cellulose, especially in older homes where nothing is square. But I’m curious - how do you handle the really tight spots, like behind knob-and-tube wiring or in shallow eav...