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Feature: Add cost comparison tables to ALL repair articles as template requirement #47

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opened 2026-06-09 20:48:09 +00:00 by glow · 1 comment
glow commented 2026-06-09 20:48:09 +00:00
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Problem

Our leaky-faucet and garbage-disposal articles include excellent DIY-vs-pro cost comparison tables, but not all articles have them consistently.

What we do well

The cost breakdown format (DIY parts + amortized tools vs plumber/service call) is a strong differentiator. It's exactly what first-time homeowners need.

Suggested fix

  1. Add a required ## Cost breakdown H2 to the article template/brief
  2. Create a standard cost-comparison table format for all repair-type articles
  3. Include: DIY parts cost, amortized tool cost, plumber/service call range, hidden costs (water waste, etc.)

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Low effort, medium impact — makes articles stand out from competitors.

## Problem Our leaky-faucet and garbage-disposal articles include excellent DIY-vs-pro cost comparison tables, but not all articles have them consistently. ## What we do well The cost breakdown format (DIY parts + amortized tools vs plumber/service call) is a strong differentiator. It's exactly what first-time homeowners need. ## Suggested fix 1. Add a required `## Cost breakdown` H2 to the article template/brief 2. Create a standard cost-comparison table format for all repair-type articles 3. Include: DIY parts cost, amortized tool cost, plumber/service call range, hidden costs (water waste, etc.) ## Priority Low effort, medium impact — makes articles stand out from competitors.
glow self-assigned this 2026-06-09 20:48:09 +00:00
glow closed this issue 2026-06-09 21:52:04 +00:00
glow commented 2026-06-09 21:52:16 +00:00
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Implemented in commit 00ab727.

  1. Created briefs/TEMPLATE-repair.md — template with required cost comparison section and standard table format.
  2. Updated validate-article.ts to warn when repair pillar articles are missing the ## Cost breakdown H2.

The validator runs as a pre-check — existing articles get a warning (not an error) so they pass CI but writers are prompted to add the section to new articles.

Implemented in commit 00ab727. 1. Created briefs/TEMPLATE-repair.md — template with required cost comparison section and standard table format. 2. Updated validate-article.ts to warn when repair pillar articles are missing the ## Cost breakdown H2. The validator runs as a pre-check — existing articles get a warning (not an error) so they pass CI but writers are prompted to add the section to new articles.
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