Funny, that’s almost exactly what happened with my setup—the tiniest drip behind the utility sink, and it took forever to figure out where the musty smell was coming from. I get what you mean about the water savings being worth it, but sometimes I wonder if the hassle balances out. Have you noticed any issues with the system clogging up, or is it mostly just leaks?
I’m also a bit skeptical about how these systems hold up over, say, five or ten years. Like, are we going to end up spending more on repairs than we save on water bills? I’m all for using less water, but I wish there were more straightforward ways to keep things running smoothly. Ever tried any of those smart leak detectors, or do you just go old-school and check everything by hand? Sometimes I think the tech adds as many problems as it solves...
I hear you on the tech sometimes making things more complicated than they need to be. Honestly, I’ve stuck with manual checks because the smart sensors seem pricey and I’m not convinced they’d catch everything anyway. As for long-term costs, I did a rough calculation and, unless water rates go way up, it’s probably a break-even at best after factoring in repairs and replacement parts. Still, I like the idea of using less water, even if it’s a bit more work. Maybe I’m just stubborn, but I’d rather deal with a wrench than another app...