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RE: WHEN THE LIGHTS GO OUT MID-PROJECT: WHAT'S YOUR MOVE?
I hear you on the headlamp - makes a world of difference, especially in old houses with weird corners and not enough outlets. I’ve tried pushing through with a flashlight before and regretted it every time. Curious if an...
RE: Turning attics and garages into bedrooms: is it worth the hassle?
Turning attics and garages into bedrooms: is it worth the hassle? If you’re working with an old house, it’s always a bit of a can of worms. I’ve converted my attic and part of a detached garage over the years, and hones...
RE: Choosing between weekly meetings or shared digital models for project sync
Totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve had “model fatigue” myself - after a while, it’s just noise on the screen. You nailed it with this: I’ve had more than one project where the digital looked perfect, but once...
RE: Finding reliable help for home renos - what do you look for?
Couldn’t agree more about how they handle surprises. I’ve had folks who could talk their way through a curveball and keep me in the loop - makes all the difference, especially in an old house where nothing’s ever square....
RE: Building a backyard gazebo: what permits did you need?
Permits for anything on my place are always a circus. When I put up my gazebo, the city wanted a full site plan with distances to every single property line. They even asked for specs on the old bricks I used - guess the...
RE: my battle with moldy closets and frizzy hair
Louvered doors really are a lifesaver for old houses. I swapped mine out after years of musty-smelling closets and it made a noticeable difference. I get what you mean about balancing looks and function - sometimes you j...