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The existing fixtures look like T12's. They're not as efficient as newer fixtures, either LED or fluorescent. What kind of ballast do they have?

I'm guessing economics... Most people don't have 20 amp receptacles - NEMA 5-20P. To sell the same cord to more customers they use the standard 15 amp plug/receptacle - NEMA 5-15.

It's unlikely the inspector will let you pull a permit. MA is very strict. I found an electrician that would let me pull the wires and make up connections. He did the service panel upgrade and took care of the permit/inspection.

What size cable? Does the 3 conductors you see include the ground?

Intermatic ST01. It does not require a neutral and can handle any type of bulb.

Think cold beer. The dew that forms outside the bottle is because the moisture in the air condenses on the cold bottle. That's what you have happening. Is there a vapor barrier in place? I don't think the roof will rot more likely the ceiling will get moldy.

The high hats are cool and the warm moist air in your closet is condensing on them. Yes, there is a problem. You'll have mold growing at some point. Ventilation can help. Are the current high hats "insulation contact" rated? If so, insulate around them better.

Is the current wiring 3 wire plus ground? If not, you'll have to redo the entire run to meet current code. You can't extend an ungrounded circuit. Check with your AHJ.

Is it natural gas or propane? If propane, how big is the tank?

It depends on the coax. If it's RG-59 dump it. It's not good for anything but OTA tv/fm and it's not great at that. RG-6 quad shield, that's a keeper.

Check with your local AHJ as to whether or not it is considered attached or detached. If you do need ground rods you'll need 2 - unless you can find someone to test the one for 25 ohms or less resistance to ground NEC 250.56. It's easier just to drive the other one. 3 wire subpanels, older...

Funny you mention duracells. It seems like they are the only batteries that I've ever had that leaked. Sometime it happens in just a few months.

Where is the other subpanel going? In the garage too? You can only have one feeder to the garage.

Raspberry Pi, less than $50 with a case and power supply.

I agree with the Kilz! I'm partial to a "name brand" paint such as Ben Moore or Sherwin-Williams. That way you can always get more that matches if/when the need arises. Get the mildewcide additive put in it too if it's humid where you're at. While good paints have it it can't hurt to have...

With a standard 3 way dimmer, you can only dim/brighten the lights from one location. The other switches will only turn the lights on or off - but, they will be at the intensity level set by the dimmer. There are "remote" dimmers that you can adjust the brightness level from multiple locations.

Romex is often installed in conduit for mechanical protection, just like you have in your garage. It is permitted by Code.

Check out the Liftmaster 821LM. It's called "MyQ Garage." It will let you run the app and other accessories using your current opener.

It's code compliant too. As long as there is more than a single receptacle, that counts as two, you're fine to use a 15 amp receptacle on a 20 amp circuit. You won't find many tools/appliances with a 20 amp cord set.

You don't need the ground. The emt is acceptable as a ground for that distance.