Haha, zip ties under the sink is definitely a new one for me. I've seen some pretty wild DIY fixes—once found a garden hose clamp holding together kitchen plumbing. Surprisingly, it held up for years without leaking. But yeah, duct tape is usually a temporary fix at best. I'd probably swap out those pipes entirely just for peace of mind. Makes you wonder what other creative solutions are lurking around the house...
Garden hose clamp, huh? Makes me wonder—what's the craziest DIY plumbing fix that's actually worked long-term for anyone here? Seems like sometimes the weirdest solutions hold up better than the "proper" ones...
Honestly, I'd be cautious about relying on those "creative" fixes long-term. I once patched a leak with duct tape and epoxy—held up for months, sure, but eventually failed at the worst possible moment. Proper repairs might cost more upfront, but they're usually worth it.
I get the hesitation about DIY fixes, especially for plumbing. Had a similar experience myself a couple years back—thought I'd save some cash by replacing the sink trap myself. Watched a few tutorials, seemed straightforward enough. Everything looked good at first, but after a few weeks, I noticed a slow drip under the cabinet. Tightened it up again, added some plumber's tape... seemed fine again for another month or two. Then one night, right before guests were coming over (of course), the whole thing gave way and flooded the cabinet.
Ended up calling a plumber anyway, plus had to replace some water-damaged wood. Lesson learned: temporary fixes can buy you time, but they're rarely permanent solutions. If you're comfortable with basic plumbing and have the right tools, DIY can work—but if you're unsure or it's something critical like water lines, probably best to bite the bullet and call in a pro.
Yikes, sounds like a nightmare. Curious though—did you consider eco-friendly solutions while fixing the water damage? Wondering if sustainable materials hold up as well in plumbing disaster zones... or if that's just wishful thinking on my part.
