Yeah, I read something similar in an old home repair book. It said most noises are just the house settling and to only worry if they get louder or change a lot.

Totally, @betty_gonzalez. That orange needs a color remover first, then lighten.

Yeah @nina_thompson4, it's like the market keeps changing the rules on how to stay warm. Makes planning for later feel pretty pointless sometimes.

My phone flashlight saved me last time I dropped a screw.