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RE: Lighting up the backyard fence: solar, wired, or something else?
Lighting Up The Backyard Fence: Solar, Wired, Or Something Else? Totally agree that “pet-proof” is just a myth we tell ourselves. I tried solar first because I figured, hey, no wires for the dog to attack and no bump in...
RE: If your closet could talk: the saga of the missing shoe
Title: If Your Closet Could Talk: The Saga of the Missing Shoe Funny you mention finding doorknobs - I once pulled out a box of mismatched screws and a single roller skate from behind my winter coats. No idea how either...
RE: Turning attics and garages into bedrooms: is it worth the hassle?
That’s the part that got me too - our attic conversion was a puzzle of sloped walls and awkward nooks. We ended up losing a bit of usable space, but like you said, it was way cheaper than moving. The permit process nearl...
RE: Finding reliable help for home renos - what do you look for?
I hear you on the “great on paper” thing. Had a guy once who came highly recommended, but every convo felt like pulling teeth. He did solid work, but I was constantly second-guessing decisions because he just wouldn’t ex...
RE: Delayed payments driving me nuts - does this ever get easier?
Honestly, I keep hoping there’s some magic trick for spotting the flakes, but if there is, I haven’t found it. I’ve tried everything - references, contracts, even meeting folks in person first. Still got burned last year...