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Leak Detection & Repair

Leak appears only when the fixture runs: supply line or drain?

Started by Morrowbyte7

1. Test the overflow separately by drying the area, t... hiker695323
2. Could you add one isolation step before testing th... simbaathlete
3. I’m trying to narrow down a leak that doesn’t appe... Morrowbyte7

Heat Pump Water Heaters

poll: what's your pick for heating water - tank, tankless, or heat pump?

Started by beekeeper83

1. Compare recovery rate and usable hot-water capacit... cathy_lewis
2. Since your tankless has already cut energy costs a... adventure825
3. We've had a tankless for about 5 years now - hones... matthews17

Bathroom Fixture Upgrades

Shower temperature swings: cartridge or supply pressure problem?

Started by adam_peak

1. The timed-flow check should include the showerhead... jallen21
2. If the temperature changes with no toilet, faucet,... vintage_summit
3. One of the rental bathrooms has a shower that shif... adam_peak

Toilet Repairs & Troubleshooting

Toilet Troubles: Plunger Nearby or Preventative Measures?

Started by snowboarder28

1. The slow bowl and gurgling symptoms are good reaso... kmartin65
2. Before trying an enzyme cleaner, have you checked ... adventure_finn
3. Haha, been there - nothing wakes you up faster tha... ngamer37

Drain Backups & Clogs

How often do you inspect drains that are still working normally?

Started by finnn99

1. Your annual check of accessible cleanouts is sensi... sports844
2. I’m trying to set a sensible maintenance plan for ... finnn99

Gas Line Emergencies

Is a reachable manual gas shutoff enough, or is automatic protection worthwhile?

Started by Brightneighbor5340

1. The installation location really is the deciding f... fishing278
2. The “automatic shutoff” label covers two quite dif... drones866
3. I’m trying to compare two ways of protecting a spe... Brightneighbor5340

Dishwasher Plumbing & Installation

High loop or countertop air gap: which dishwasher drain setup is best?

Started by adventure_finn

1. I’d push back on calling the air gap preferable wh... alexfisher145
2. I wouldn’t treat a properly secured high loop as u... Helpfuladvisor4785
3. I’m comparing two common dishwasher drain arrangem... adventure_finn

Plumbing Fixture Installation

Replace the faucet supply line or the whole faucet?

Started by Brightneighbor5340

1. Check the shutoff valve before disturbing a corrod... Brightspecialist1185
2. A standard 3/8-inch compression fitting at the shu... kcarpenter37
3. I’m trying to decide whether a leaking flexible su... Brightneighbor5340

Kitchen Sink Plumbing

Is this cabinet moisture condensation, or an active sink leak?

Started by aaron_parker

1. I wouldn’t rely on a dry paper towel on the cabine... swilson88
2. What is the best inspection sequence for separatin... aaron_parker

Sump Pump Failures

Battery backup pump or separately powered second pump?

Started by Brightneighbor5340

1. I’d push back on the idea that a separately powere... chess_ginger8564
2. I’m trying to compare two backup approaches for a ... Brightneighbor5340