I hear you on the documentation—saved my bacon when I wanted to swap out my front door for something less “builder basic.” Photos and a little researc...

Yeah, that salt air is relentless—doesn’t matter how much you prep, it finds a way in. I’ve been there with the warped doors and random smells... some...

Honestly, you nailed it—there’s no “easy” button with old houses. I’ve done both, and bump-outs usually mess with fewer systems, but you’re right, you...

Man, the “DIY special” wiring comment hits home. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve opened up a switch box and found wires that make zero sense—like...

Rain barrels are great in theory, but on a slope they’re kind of a pain unless you get creative. I tried them at my last place—ended up with the barre...

Painter’s plastic definitely saves a ton of cleanup, but I’ll admit, I’ve gotten lazy and just used old sheets or drop cloths in a pinch—never quite a...

Yeah, definitely look into appealing. I've seen permits initially denied for some pretty random reasons, but once you clarify or tweak a few things, t...

Been there, done that—old plumbing loves surprises. Honestly, if you're dealing with vintage setups, it's usually safer (and cheaper in the long run) ...

Couldn't agree more with this. I've done my fair share of remodels and upgrades, and while smart tech is appealing, I've learned the hard way that sim...