katierunner
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RE: Inspector's coming tomorrow, but your kitchen's still a disaster—what do you do?

This is spot-on advice. I'd also suggest quickly checking your smoke detectors and outlets—inspectors love testing those. Maybe clear a path around ap...

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RE: Turning my basement ceiling into a fantasy-inspired hangout

I get the appeal of LEDs, especially for practical lighting, but honestly, they can sometimes feel a bit too modern or clinical for a fantasy-inspired...

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RE: my battle with moldy closets and frizzy hair

Haha, I felt this one. I tried the dehumidifier route too, and while it did help, the constant emptying was a chore I didn't sign up for. Eventually, ...

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RE: remodeling in a flood-prone area—wish I'd known this sooner

Couldn't agree more. Polished concrete has saved me a ton of headaches over the years—especially in basements or lower-level rooms prone to moisture. ...

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RE: how much should I budget to renovate a beach house?

Humidity sensors are handy, but honestly, I've found simpler passive solutions—like strategic landscaping or shading—to be just as effective. Tech can...

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RE: Humidity Hacks: Little Things I Wish I'd Known Earlier

Been there, done that... you're definitely not alone! Learned pretty quickly that basements are their own beast entirely. I've found that pairing a go...

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RE: just learned fitness trackers can detect stress levels now?

I've noticed mine can be pretty hit or miss. Like the other day, I was dealing with a particularly tricky client situation—deadlines were tight, mater...

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RE: got denied for a permit—what would you do next?

Totally agree with tweaking the design a bit—I've had projects where a permit denial actually pushed us to rethink the layout, and we ended up with so...

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RE: anyone tried insulating under their floors?

Did it in our old place, and honestly, the difference was pretty noticeable—floors felt warmer, fewer drafts, and heating bills dropped a bit. Just ma...

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RE: finally figured out how lighting changes the whole vibe of a room

You're spot on about layering lighting—it really does transform a space. I've installed smart bulbs in a few rooms, and honestly, they're pretty handy...

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