Oof, that's the worst feeling. It's all about the time versus money math. If a job takes more hours than the pay is worth, it's just busywork. The good stuff pays enough that you're not immediately scrambling for the next thing.

You say scanning is really important, but is it? Most of that old wiring is dead. How many people are actually getting hurt by phone lines from the 70s? It feels like we're getting scared of a problem that barely exists.

What finally got through to my grandma was making a family password. We told her if anyone calls asking for money or saying we're in trouble, she has to ask for the word. No word, no talk. It sounds simple but it gives her a clear rule to follow when she's feeling panicked.

It's like we're always rushing the last step after putting in all the work. @carr.luna is totally right about the garage not being the same as the house. I see this everywhere, people skip the final bit of patience and it ruins the whole project. Maybe it's just me but it feels like a weird human thing to get so close and then cut the corner that matters most.