retro_john
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RE: How Long Does It Really Take To Insulate A House?

I get where you’re coming from—old wiring hidden behind walls is always a bit of a gamble. Here’s how I usually tackle it, especially when budget is t...

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RE: WHEN DOES A "WEEKEND PLUMBING JOB" EVER ACTUALLY TAKE A WEEKEND?

WHEN DOES A "WEEKEND PLUMBING JOB" EVER ACTUALLY TAKE A WEEKEND? Totally agree—half the time, the “easy” part is just getting started. I always try t...

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RE: got denied for a permit—what would you do next?

Tying upgrades to sustainability is such a smart move. I’ve run into similar roadblocks with historic commissions—sometimes it feels like they care mo...

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

Garage conversions can be a great route, especially if you're looking to keep costs manageable. Did you run into any zoning or permitting headaches? W...

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

Totally agree with this. We put in some sconces above our open shelving and honestly, it's one of those little details that makes a huge difference. T...

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RE: my battle with moldy closets and frizzy hair

I've actually been experimenting with moisture bags myself lately, and they're surprisingly effective in those awkward spots—like the back corners of ...

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RE: Inspector's coming tomorrow, but your kitchen's still a disaster—what do you do?

Totally agree about the venting—it's one of those sneaky things that inspectors always seem to catch. Had a similar issue pop up last year when we wer...

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RE: remodeling in a flood-prone area—wish I'd known this sooner

I totally get the hesitation—honestly, some of these eco-friendly solutions sound too good to be true at first. Had a similar experience with rain gar...

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RE: MY HOMEMADE LIGHTING SETUP SAVED ME FROM A NASTY FALL

Nice save with those lights—I had a similar moment a few months back. My setup was even simpler: solar-powered LEDs along the garden path. Thought the...

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