I hear you on the “just replace it all” crowd—drives me nuts. I’m with you, references are great, but I always ask for before-and-after pics too. Had ...

WHEN DOES A "WEEKEND PLUMBING JOB" EVER ACTUALLY TAKE A WEEKEND? I hear you on the “weekend” part being a myth most of the time. I’ve had my share of...

Totally get where you’re coming from on the “drama sensor” front. I’ve been down the path of chasing mold with tech, only to end up with a fan that ne...

I've actually had pretty decent luck with silicone, even in my basement bathroom which stays pretty humid year-round. The trick for me was using rubbi...

Mirrors definitely help open up the space, but if you're budget-conscious like me, you might want to try acrylic mirror sheets instead of glass. They'...

Totally agree with this. Another budget-friendly trick I've found helpful is swapping out heavy curtains for lighter, sheer fabrics. Step one: ditch t...

We did ours last winter, and honestly, it wasn't too bad. Just make sure you have a hairdryer handy to shrink it tight—otherwise, you'll get that anno...

Good tip about the restrictor—I did that a while back and it definitely boosted the pressure without costing anything extra. One thing I'm curious abo...

I get the hesitation on mini-splits due to cost—definitely not cheap upfront. Before I went that route, I used a portable AC/heater combo for about a ...