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RE: Trying to track down paperwork for our septic - anyone been through this?
If the sale included a septic inspection, the inspector or closing agent may still have the report or an attached sketch. Even a location note could help narrow the search, but treat it as a lead, not a guide for digging...
RE: When the pipes don’t fit: a plumbing adventure
Yeah, I’ve run into that too - thought I was being smart by using up the “new” washers left behind by the previous owner, but a couple just snapped in half when I tightened them. Didn’t even think about shelf life until ...
RE: Getting water pressure back: my experience with a booster pump
Man, I totally get what you mean about pipes having a “memory.” It’s like the second you mess with the pressure, all the old gremlins come out to play. I just moved into my first place and the water pressure was so weak,...
RE: When your bathroom sink ends up off-center
I get what you’re saying about flex pipes being fine if you don’t mess with them, but I’m still a little nervous about using them under the sink. Maybe it’s just me being paranoid, but I’ve heard stories about those brai...
RE: What if you skipped a year of solar water heater upkeep?
I get what you’re saying, but I’m honestly not sure it’s always that dramatic if you skip a year. My parents have had their solar heater for ages and they’ve definitely gone longer than they should between flushes. It go...