"compression fittings saved me from a few awkward yoga poses under the sink..."
Haha, totally relate to that! I went with compression fittings too—mostly because soldering gear wasn't in my budget. Turned out great, no leaks yet, and my back definitely thanked me afterward...
Compression fittings are definitely a lifesaver when you're on a tight budget. I remember my first plumbing adventure—thought I'd save money by borrowing a friend's soldering kit, but after nearly setting off the smoke alarm and dripping solder everywhere, I quickly switched to compression fittings. Way less hassle, and they've held up surprisingly well over the years. Plus, my knees appreciated not having to crouch under the sink for hours...
- Compression fittings are handy for sure, but I've had mixed luck with them long-term.
- Ever had one slowly loosen up over time? Happened to me once—tiny drip turned into a weekend headache...
- Still prefer soldering for peace of mind, despite the learning curve.
Compression fittings can be hit or miss for sure. Had one in a rental that looked fine at first, but a year later it started dripping behind the cabinet—didn't notice until the tenant called about moldy smells... fun times. Soldering's my go-to as well; bit more hassle upfront, but fewer midnight plumbing surprises down the road. Peace of mind is worth it, imo.
Compression fittings definitely have their moments—I've had a few hold up fine for years, but yeah, when they fail, it's usually at the worst possible time. Had one leak behind drywall once... discovered it only after the tenant complained about a weird water stain on the ceiling downstairs. Fun weekend tearing out soggy drywall. Soldering isn't always convenient, but I'll gladly trade an extra hour upfront for fewer headaches later. Peace of mind beats surprise plumbing adventures any day.