Honestly, that’s pretty much it. Here’s how I see it: - OEM parts are expensive, but they fit right and usually don’t mess up your warranty. - Off-br...

- I’ve seen folks skip vapor barriers too, thinking foam’s got it covered, but I’ve had to deal with the aftermath—mold city. - Usually, I’ll run a ...

Couldn’t agree more—seen it myself. Here’s my quick take: - French drains sound cool until you’re the one scooping mud out of them. They work, but yo...

Yeah, tagging valves is one of those things you don’t think about until you’re in a panic. Been there myself—crawling around in the dark with a flashl...

Honestly, I’ve seen that happen. Enzyme stuff is fine for maintenance, but once you’ve got a real clog, it’s usually just delaying the inevitable. Che...

Good points about prep—seen too many DIY jobs go sideways because someone skipped sanding or cleaning properly. Couple quick things I'd add from exper...

Pedestal sinks look nice, but personally I prefer having storage underneath for cleaning supplies or spare towels. A fresh coat of paint and new knobs...

Good points about the plumbing itself—I see a lot of people blaming their softeners when it's really old galvanized pipes or narrow lines causing the ...

- Moisture meter's good, but honestly, you gotta rip out anything that's soaked through—especially drywall or particleboard cabinets. - Drying it out ...

Had the same issue at my place a while back. Ended up installing a pressure-balancing valve too, and yeah, it definitely solved the sudden ice-cold sh...

Good call on the exhaust fan upgrade, makes a huge difference. Couple other quick tips from experience: - Don't skip sealing around plumbing fixtures...

Good points on ventilation and fittings loosening up over time—seen that happen more than once. Silicone mats can help, but yeah, they're not foolproo...