I’ve drained a few pools over the years, and I’ll second the utility pump advice—though I’d add a couple things I learned the hard way. First, double-...

I’ve worked with fiber cement siding a couple times, and honestly, it’s held up better than I expected near the coast. The install’s a bit of a pain—h...

Funny you mention tracking gas usage—I started doing that a few winters back after my neighbor kept bragging about his “ultra-efficient” new furnace. ...

I get the appeal of smart switches for bigger setups, but honestly, I’ve had more luck with a hybrid approach—switches for the main runs, then a coupl...

Haha, I feel this. I've definitely been guilty of the "build-it-and-forget-it" approach myself, but after a similar incident (thankfully no drinks wer...

Totally agree on the drainage angle—good call. One thing I'd add: make sure your downspouts actually direct water away from the shelter. I had mine du...

Totally get where you're coming from. I've tackled a bunch of DIY remodels, and every time I dive into smart home tech, I end up questioning if it's w...