But what if the extra cost actually gets you better materials or a longer warranty? I feel like @the_uma, sometimes you do get what you pay for lol.

Totally get that. I once watched a shelf cloud form for like an hour and it felt way more intense when it finally rolled in.

But what if we're just doing more complex stuff now? My grandpa's car had maybe five wires total. Modern cars have computers and sensors everywhere. The extra steps might be there for a reason, not just less skill.

My cousin's cheap tent flooded in a drizzle, so now I just won't skimp on anything that keeps the weather out.

Remember when my oven died mid-bake?