I tried those pet-resistant screens on my back door, mainly because the old mesh kept tearing near the handle. They’re definitely sturdier—my dog hasn...

I hear you on the cold feet—mine used to be icicles every morning. I’ve definitely gone a little overboard with foam tape and caulk in the past, thoug...

I totally get where you’re coming from—those quote deadlines always make me feel like I’m being rushed into a decision I might regret. A couple years ...

That’s the story of my garage too. I swear, old window panes have a way of multiplying when you’re not looking. I tried the “free on the curb” trick a...

Funny thing—my place is from the ‘50s, and I get the love for heavy curtains. But I actually bit the bullet on smart blinds last winter. They’re not p...

Shrink film’s one of those things I have a love-hate relationship with. It works, but that tape residue is a real pain—had to use rubbing alcohol and ...

Yeah, coastal humidity is relentless... learned that the hard way myself. I went all-in on sealing and breathable wraps a few years back, thinking I'd...

Haha, that's exactly how I'd describe my experience too. I was skeptical about acoustic windows at first—seemed like marketing hype—but after staying ...

Another quick tip—though honestly, I was skeptical at first—is bubble wrap. Yeah, the stuff you pop when you're bored. A buddy swore by it, so I tried...