Gravel trenches are great, but if you're on a tight budget like me, you might wanna consider adding a simple filter fabric or landscaping cloth betwee...

Haha, I feel this so much. When we looked into a guest house, I thought budgeting for materials and labor was the hard part... nope. Permits, inspecti...

Ha, been there more times than I'd like to admit... Last year, I tackled earthquake-proofing our older home on a pretty tight budget. Anchor bolts and...

I totally get the appeal of smart locks, especially the convenience factor you mentioned. But honestly, I've been hesitant to fully jump on board beca...

Yeah, spring was definitely the worst for me too. I think the combo of warmer air outside and leftover winter moisture just creates that perfect storm...

Totally relate to this! My slope was a nightmare at first...mulch ended up everywhere except where it was supposed to be. Eventually, I tried creeping...

I've heard about the tea method before but honestly, I've had mixed results. Maybe it's just my floors or something, but when I tried black tea, it lo...

I've been using vinegar cleaners for a while now too, and honestly, the smell doesn't bother me much anymore either. One thing I haven't figured out y...

I've been curious about sustainable fabrics too, but honestly, my budget usually pushes me toward more affordable options. Still, I've found a few way...

Rain gardens definitely sound like a win-win—saving money and adding curb appeal. I'm curious though, how tricky is it to set one up yourself? Any tip...

Totally agree here. We looked into solar for our older place last year, and the hoops you have to jump through with the historical society...yikes. In...