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RE: Getting the right shade: do you eyeball it or bring a sample?
I get the obsession with sample pots, but honestly, I think people sometimes overcomplicate it. Here’s my take: - If you’re working with a tried-and-true white (like BM Simply White or SW Extra White), you can usually t...
RE: When gutters outlast the house: a rainwater mystery
- Used metal sill covers on a few flips - definitely a quick fix, but yeah, you’re just putting a band-aid on if there’s real rot. - Had one place where the gutter system was perfect, but the sills underneath were mush. ...
RE: WHEN THE LIGHTS GO OUT MID-PROJECT: WHAT'S YOUR MOVE?
WHEN THE LIGHTS GO OUT MID-PROJECT: WHAT'S YOUR MOVE? Not gonna lie, I get the appeal of those magnetic work lights - super practical, especially if you’re mid-demo and need to see what you’re doing. But I’ve actually h...
RE: How often do you actually need to clean your gutters?
- Here’s what I’ve found after years of trial and error: - If you’ve got pines or heavy leaf drop, plan for at least twice a year - once after the bulk of leaves fall, once in spring. - Gutter guards help, but like...
RE: How to spot if your home is actually quake-ready
- Ran into something similar last spring - noticed a hairline crack near the baseboard in the living room. Figured it was just settling, but decided to pull the trim and poke around. Ended up finding an old, half-rotted ...