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RE: Lighting up the backyard fence: solar, wired, or something else?
Wired lights definitely bumped my bill a bit, but honestly, it’s not as dramatic as I expected - maybe a few bucks a month. I do like not worrying about whether it’s been sunny enough, though. Have you ever tried those h...
RE: WHEN THE LIGHTS GO OUT MID-PROJECT: WHAT'S YOUR MOVE?
I’ve tried a few of the cheaper rechargeable lights, and honestly, they’re hit or miss. Some last ages, others fizzle out halfway through a job. If you’re doing longer projects, I’d lean toward spending a bit more for pe...
RE: how much should I budget to renovate a beach house?
This is exactly the right mindset. I’ve done a handful of beach house flips and it’s wild how quickly costs can spiral if you treat every single item like it needs to survive a hurricane. Prioritizing where you actually ...
RE: How do you handle leaky pipes and clogged drains at home?
Cutting out a section is never fun, but sometimes it’s the only way to really solve the problem. I’ve had similar luck with those inflatable drain bladders - sometimes they work like magic, other times they just make a m...
RE: Hidden costs that sneak up during home renovations
Hidden costs that sneak up during home renovations That 20% buffer is smart, but honestly, I’ve had projects where even that wasn’t enough. Once, I budgeted for a simple bathroom update - just tile and fixtures. Ended u...