- $90 and a couple hours of your own time? That’s a solid win, honestly.
- I get the paranoia about leaks—water damage is no joke.
- Those smart shutoff valves sound good on paper, but I’ve seen them trip over nothing or just not fit right. Sometimes “smart” means more headaches.
- Baking sheet trick is underrated. I’ve used a towel before... not as effective, but it saved my floor once.
- Sometimes low-tech is just less stressful. You did the right thing not overcomplicating it.
Sometimes “smart” means more headaches.
That’s been my experience too. I tried a “smart” shutoff on one rental—cost a small fortune, and it kept tripping during normal use. Ended up with frustrated tenants and a bunch of service calls. Pulled it out and went back to basics. Funny how the simplest solution is sometimes the best.
Curious if anyone’s tried those ice maker water line alarms? They’re not “smart” in the app sense, but they’ll scream if water hits the floor. For $15-20, seems like cheap insurance compared to even minor water damage.
For $90 and some elbow grease, I’d call that a win too. The last time I had to replace an ice maker myself, parts alone were $120... labor was just me cursing under my breath for two hours. Anyone else finding repair part prices creeping up lately?
Funny how the simplest solution is sometimes the best.
Totally agree—sometimes all the “smart” stuff just adds more things to break. I’ve used those cheap water alarms under my sink and behind the washer, but never tried one by the ice maker. Might be worth a shot.
Repair part prices are definitely creeping up. Even basic filters or hoses seem pricier than last year. Has anyone noticed if eco-friendly replacement parts are any better or worse for price and durability?
I hear you on the price creep—filters especially seem to jump every time I check. I’ve tried a couple of “eco” hoses and filters, mostly because they were cheaper, but honestly, durability’s been hit or miss. One filter lasted half as long as the name brand, but another generic one’s still going strong after a year. If you’re looking to save, maybe try one at a time and keep an eye on it. Sometimes the green label just means recycled packaging... not always better quality.
- Price creep’s real, especially on filters.
- I’ve seen “eco” options fail early too—sometimes the seals just don’t hold up.
- When I fixed my own ice maker, the filter was actually the cheapest part. Labor and a new valve ran me about $180 total.
- Curious—did you notice any difference in water taste or flow with those off-brand filters? Sometimes that’s a dealbreaker for folks.
