Definitely agree that diagrams can be lifesavers, especially when you're new to wiring stuff. One thing that's helped me a lot is combining both metho...

Totally agree about the mint being trickier than expected. I had the same issue with Corsican mint—thought it would thrive in my shady corner, but nop...

Adjustable rods are definitely handy, especially if you're still figuring out your lighting preferences. I found tiebacks helpful too—just make sure t...

Haha, that's exactly how my inspector reacted when I mentioned straw bale walls. It's reassuring to hear your inspector came around after seeing some ...

Haha, pets definitely keep things interesting...my cat has claimed every outdoor cushion as her personal throne, fur included. If you're looking to re...

$7,500 seems pretty reasonable from what I've been seeing. I'm just starting my first remodel and honestly, the lighting thing caught me off guard too...

Totally agree with this. When I did my first reno (house from the 50s), I had a similar plumbing issue flagged. The inspector was pretty chill about i...