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RE: Lighting up the backyard fence: solar, wired, or something else?
I’ve had the same experience with solar - especially the “cloudy panel” problem. Even when I splurged on a pricier set, the light output just wasn’t consistent. I do think low-voltage wired is the sweet spot for most fol...
RE: Glass vs. aluminum fencing around the pool - what’s actually better?
I get why glass is tempting, especially when aluminum starts looking rough after a few seasons by the coast. But honestly, I think aluminum still has a place if you go about it right. The trick is in the prep and install...
RE: Convection vs. Conventional Ovens: Which One Actually Makes a Difference?
I totally get the frustration with the fan vents - mine seem to attract every crumb in the kitchen. When it comes to bread, I’ve noticed convection can dry out the crust if I don’t adjust the temp or cover it for part of...
RE: how much did your bathroom remodel run you (roughly)?
Honestly, I think you’re doing it right. MDF gets a bad rap, but if you’re careful with moisture and keep up with basic maintenance, it can last a good while. I’ve seen plenty of budget vanities hold up just fine, especi...
RE: locked out drama - what would you do?
That fake rock trick is basically an open invitation these days. I’ve flipped a few houses and you’d be surprised how many times I’ve found keys in the most obvious spots - under rocks, doormats, even taped to the meter ...
RE: got denied for a permit - what would you do next?
Yeah, inspectors can be hit or miss. Usually, if you clearly address each point from the denial notes - like you said, - they'll ease up. Worst case, it's just another round of revisions... been there plenty of times my...
RE: my house is getting smarter than me, and it's kinda weird
Went through something similar with a solar-powered sensor I put inside my garage window. Even after tweaking placement, angle, and everything, it barely held charge overnight. Eventually just plugged it in - sometimes s...