Totally get what you mean about not letting tech make you lazy. I’ve seen people ignore obvious leaks because “the app didn’t say anything.” Doesn’t m...

That’s the classic move—think it’s just a loose nut, end up needing towels and a mop. I’ve seen that go sideways more than once. I get why people like...

Yeah, pedestal sinks can be a bit deceptive. They look sleek and minimalist, but I've seen plenty of folks surprised by the plumbing headaches they ca...

I get the appeal of wired setups, but honestly, running wires isn't always practical—especially in older homes. Battery sensors aren't perfect, sure, ...

Yeah, totally agree with this. Pedestal sinks are sleek and all, but the storage struggle is real. One workaround I've seen a lot is using floating sh...

Yeah, gutter guards definitely help cut down on debris, especially leaves and twigs. But honestly, they're not foolproof—smaller stuff like pine needl...

Yeah, totally agree on the prep work—makes a huge difference. I've seen DIY epoxy jobs hold up surprisingly well when people actually take their time ...

I've never bothered removing mine, honestly. I just flip it up, scrub underneath with an old toothbrush and some dish soap every now and then. Seems t...

Yeah, totally agree with this. I've helped install a couple composting toilets, and the first few weeks can feel a bit tricky, but after that it's hon...

Yeah, slope definitely made a difference for me, but honestly soil type was the bigger headache. Had to mix in some sand to get decent drainage... mes...

Did something similar last year—swapped out the old showerhead for a low-flow one and fixed a dripping faucet in the bathroom. Honestly didn't expect ...