Totally get where you’re coming from—sometimes a little “imperfection” is what makes a space feel lived in. I always tell folks, keep what feels right...

Actually, I've noticed clients tend to appreciate honesty more than anything. If you're upfront about why the first option didn't work and clearly exp...

Haha, exactly my thoughts. I've spent way too many evenings obsessing over drywall joints, thinking "just one more pass" would magically make it perfe...

I've sealed up quite a few houses, including my own, and yeah, the humidity thing can be tricky. From what I've seen: - Draft reduction definitely ma...

Good points on the water-based sealants—I’ve had similar experiences myself. A couple quick thoughts from my end: - Totally agree that prep work is k...

Glad to hear the permeable paving worked out well for you. I've seen similar results with a few clients—rain gardens are great, but sometimes they jus...

I've gently challenged inspectors a few times and honestly, it can go either way. Had one inspector who insisted on a specific type of flashing around...