I get the love for those vintage fixtures, but man, I’ve seen way too many folks dump money and time into old faucets that just won’t cooperate. Somet...

Yeah, I hear you—tech is great until it isn’t. Backup keys aren’t just a last resort, they’re common sense. I’ve seen way too many “smart” locks fail ...

Honestly, I’m not sold on LED tape for under-cabinet lighting long-term. I’ve had to replace a few installs after a couple years—adhesive just doesn’t...

Heavy-duty cleaners have saved my sanity more than once, especially when I’m dealing with rental turnovers. Last year, I spent over an hour trying to ...

French drains are great, but I’ve honestly seen more issues caused by bad grading than anything else. People love to throw money at fancy solutions an...

Smart routine—wish more homeowners did this. I'd also recommend checking the posts at ground level; moisture loves sneaking in there, and catching it ...

Haha, exactly why I stopped bothering with DIY cleaners for tough jobs. Tried lemon juice on my oven door once—smelled great, did nothing. Sometimes c...

Yeah, totally agree—appeals can be a gamble. Had a similar experience where the homeowner thought they'd breeze through an appeal, but the board nitpi...

Wood chips are decent, but honestly, straw mulch can be a pain if you're dealing with heavy winds or storms. I've seen it blown all over yards after a...

Yeah, reclaimed materials can definitely throw a wrench in the budget. Had a similar issue with reclaimed tiles once—client loved the look, but we end...

Motion sensors are handy, sure, but honestly I find them more annoying than helpful in kitchens. Had a client who insisted on installing them everywhe...