Yeah, you nailed it—maintenance is everything with these old systems. I’ve seen folks get decades out of their HVAC just by being a little nosy when t...

I've actually had a few clients who've gone the modular route, and it worked out pretty well for seasonal changes. One couple I worked with had modula...

Totally feel your pain on that one—I've run into more than a few "creative" wiring jobs myself. It's amazing how quickly those small savings vanish on...

Good insights on cedar vs pine—I've seen similar results. Cedar's been my go-to for coastal projects too, but I've had decent luck with treated pine i...

Yeah, storage space definitely makes a difference. I've worked with clients who tried the seasonal swap thing, and honestly, it can get overwhelming f...

French drains are definitely underrated. I've seen them save more than a few landscaping projects from turning into mini wetlands, haha. And you're to...

Yeah, I hear ya about wanting control over updates. A client of mine had a smart lock that pushed an update while they were away on vacation, and it s...

I get what you mean about stainless steel sometimes feeling cold or clinical, but honestly, paired with the right accents—like colorful bar stools or ...

Yeah, I second the compact dehumidifier recommendation. Those tiny electric ones are cute and all, but they just can't handle real moisture issues. Al...

Totally agree about the brand making a difference. I installed a mid-range belt drive for a client last year, and he joked that his dog doesn't even b...

Had a similar experience with cork flooring in a kitchen remodel last year. Client loved the look and feel, but we definitely ran into some quirks wit...

I've definitely seen that 10% stat pop up before, and honestly, from my experience, it's probably pretty accurate. Even as someone who does this stuff...