That food truck owner must have shown you something really specific to flip your view like that. What was the main thing about how he runs his business that proved it wasn't just unsteady work? Was it his schedule, the actual money he took home, or how he handled slow seasons?

Seen this happen so many times. They always skip the primer on fresh drywall. Now you're stuck doing three extra coats to cover the mud spots. Costs more in labor than if they just prepped right the first time.

Yeah, cobblestone from old castles is OFTEN polished smooth from years of use. That makes it really slippery, even without ice. The uneven shapes can cause trips and falls, especially if you're not careful. Water pools in the dips between stones too, which is a big drainage problem.