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RE: how much did your bathroom remodel run you (roughly)?

My last bathroom remodel (mid-70s ranch) came in just under $13k, but I went heavy on eco-friendly fixtures and low-flow everything. I hear you on the...

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RE: How do you handle leaky pipes and clogged drains at home?

Couldn’t agree more about the enzyme stuff—once I switched, I realized how much less stress I had dealing with backups. The only hiccup I’ve run into ...

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RE: Wrapping My House Up Like a Sweater—Worth the Hassle?

I had a similar experience when we did our attic insulation—sealed up all the weird gaps, then realized the house felt stuffy. Ended up installing an ...

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RE: how much did your bathroom remodel run you (roughly)?

I did the upgrade mostly for noise reduction, but honestly, the moisture difference wasn't night-and-day. If your current fan's decent enough, you mig...

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RE: Need ideas for draining my pool without flooding the yard

I had a similar experience with landscape fabric. Thought it would simplify things, but it just ended up being a muddy mess after a while. Gravel tren...

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RE: Need ideas for draining my pool without flooding the yard

I went the French drain route too, and it definitely solved most of my flooding issues. But one thing I noticed is that if your soil has a lot of clay...

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RE: Finally got my outdoor space looking cozy and inviting

Interesting combo—I tried something similar with woolly thyme and chamomile. The chamomile didn't hold up great, but the thyme thrived. Did you find c...

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

Redirecting downspouts and grading definitely helps, but one thing I learned the hard way was the importance of permeable landscaping. I swapped out s...

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

We went eco-friendly mostly because of my wife's allergies, but honestly, it ended up saving us headaches long-term. Cork flooring and moisture-resist...

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