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RE: Finding reliable help for home renos - what do you look for?
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ll play devil’s advocate for a sec. Sometimes, the folks who are super detailed in their explanations are just good talkers, not necessarily better at the work. I’ve had a guy walk m...
RE: How do you handle leaky pipes and clogged drains at home?
Couldn’t agree more with this. I’ve fallen for the “quick fix” trap too many times - especially with those so-called miracle patch kits. Last time I tried one, it bought me about a month before the next pinhole popped up...
RE: Dealing with city red tape for building approvals
That’s the story of my life. Last time, the inspector zeroed in on a single loose tile behind the toilet - like, really? I get it, they’ve got their checklist, but sometimes it feels like a scavenger hunt for the smalles...
RE: Brightening up a room: led strips vs. smart bulbs?
I get the appeal of strips for highlighting details, but honestly, I think folks sometimes overestimate how much drama you actually need. I’ve used smart bulbs with adjustable color temps in old houses, and with the righ...
RE: Finding reliable help for home renos - what do you look for?
I get where you’re coming from, but I actually don’t mind if someone’s a bit tight-lipped about their mistakes - at least at first. Some folks just aren’t great at talking about their screw-ups, especially if they’re not...