by R. Scott Bronstad | Nov 19, 2025 | Home Improvement, Thermostat
Upgrading a Smart Thermostat Ditching the Nest for a Honeywell 9000 Thermostat ⚡️ Why They Switched the System Sometimes, I get a very specific job request. This time, the call was about replacing an existing Nest smart thermostat. It’s a great piece of technology,...
by R. Scott Bronstad | Nov 12, 2025 | Home Improvement, Metal Roof
Tin Roof Troubles Solved Anchoring a Rustic Shade Cover for Hill Country Silence The beautiful Blanco, Texas ranch community of Albert 303 (near Albert, Texas), a sister community to where I live (Old 32 Ranch), features homes with a distinct blend of modern structure...
by R. Scott Bronstad | Oct 27, 2025 | Ceiling Fan, Home Improvement, Lighting
Upgrading a Bedroom’s Vibe with a Ceiling Fan Replacement and New Sconces I’m out in Runnin’ J Ranch (home of Vaaler Creek Golf Club), just south of Blanco, and my client, Kathleen, needs some lighting updates. The main issue is that her bedroom is just too...
by R. Scott Bronstad | Oct 25, 2025 | Decks & Sheds, Gates, Home Improvement, Stairs
Deck Transformation Building a Custom Cedar Hog Panel Railing for Safety and Style I finally wrapped up a huge project for my neighbors, Kip and Teresa, and let me tell you, it came out really nice. We started talking about this back in May not too long after their...
by R. Scott Bronstad | Oct 17, 2025 | Baths, Home Improvement
Getting Your House Ready to Sell High-Impact Home Projects That Pay Off for Sellers When you prepare your house for sale, the goal is simple: maximize your return and sell quickly. As a homeowner, I know the drill. You could spend endless hours on a 20-year-old house,...
by R. Scott Bronstad | Aug 30, 2025 | Decks & Sheds, Home Improvement, Stairs
Stair Repair Building Stability: A Blanco, Texas Steps Restoration Project Sometimes, a project seems simple enough: a quick cosmetic fix or replacing a few worn boards. That’s usually what I expect when I first look at a set of steps needing repair. But here in...
