patriciab57
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RE: Dealing with city red tape for building approvals

Honestly, I’ve run into the same thing—one inspector loves my reclaimed wood floors, the next is convinced they’re a hazard. It’s wild how much it dep...

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RE: If I wanted a backyard guest house, how deep would my pockets need to be?

I get where you’re coming from about future-proofing, but I’d actually push back a bit on the “always pull new lines” approach. There’s a middle groun...

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RE: locked out drama—what would you do?

Changed a lock myself a couple times—honestly, it’s not too bad if you’ve got the right screwdriver and patience. The tricky part is always lining up ...

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RE: If You Had to Redo Your Kitchen Lights, What Would You Pick?

I ran into a similar issue when I redid mine. Initially went with these chunky farmhouse-style pendants—looked great online but felt bulky IRL. Switch...

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RE: how often do you actually check your deck for safety?

I usually suggest a seasonal check—spring and fall work well. Quick tip: poke around the ledger board area with a screwdriver; soft spots can mean hid...

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RE: Finally got my outdoor space looking cozy and inviting

I've actually tried blending eggshells before, and honestly, it didn't seem worth the hassle. The finer texture might break down a bit quicker, sure, ...

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

Did something similar a couple years back, sealed the house up tighter than a submarine and put in an ERV—pretty close cousin to your HRV. Took my swe...

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RE: patching vs resurfacing driveway—what's your take?

Been there myself... If you're seeing potholes already, patching might just be a temporary fix. I tried patching first, but within a year or two, new ...

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