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RE: remodeling on a tight budget - any clever hacks?
Countertop kits are decent for a quick fix, but honestly, I’ve had better luck just covering ugly laminate with a big slab of butcher block from IKEA or even a sheet of plywood sealed up tight. The kits always seem to ch...
RE: Finding reliable help for home renos - what do you look for?
Honestly, I get what you’re saying about the detective work, but sometimes I think we’re a bit too quick to write folks off. I’ve had a couple contractors who were terrible at texting but did solid work once they showed ...
RE: How do you handle leaky pipes and clogged drains at home?
Man, that’s the truth. I’ve pulled out pipes wrapped in duct tape, electrical tape, even one with a chunk of garden hose jammed in as a “repair.” I get wanting to keep the old stuff for the vibe, but after enough midnigh...
RE: Bumping out vs. building up: which way to expand?
I get what you’re saying about “close enough,” but sometimes that stuff sticks out like a sore thumb, especially in older homes. I’ve tried to let little mismatches slide and then it bugs me every time I walk by. Guess i...
RE: Glass vs. aluminum fencing around the pool - what’s actually better?
Honestly, I hear you on the glass being a pain if your slab isn’t dead flat. I did a job last summer where the concrete had a slight slope and getting those panels lined up was a nightmare. Aluminum’s way more forgiving,...
RE: Need ideas for draining my pool without flooding the yard
Yeah, that’s pretty much how I’ve always done it too. Siphon with a hose is slow but way less hassle than messing with pumps or buckets. I’ve never bothered with dechlorinators unless I’m in a rush - letting the water si...