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RE: Is a sink P-trap cleanout plug worth the access?
If you had to choose, which would make the cleanout less useful: awkward reach, or not having room for a container underneath?
RE: Finally ditched the black tank: my dry loo journey
Interesting - I've actually wondered about the straw vs. sawdust thing. I tried straw once, but it packed down weird and seemed to hold moisture. Did you ever have issues with the sawdust being too fine and getting every...
RE: Finally got my bathroom reno approved - permit process wasn’t as scary as I thought
I’ve seen timer switches go bad too, especially in older places where the fan’s right above the shower. That moisture just creeps in everywhere. The humidity sensors sound like a smart upgrade, but do you ever worry abou...
RE: Finally got my bathroom reno approved - permit process wasn’t as scary as I thought
Getting the permit signed off really does feel like a win, doesn’t it? I’ve seen a lot of folks get tripped up by the paperwork or end up missing something small that holds everything up. Did you have to update any plumb...
RE: Getting more hot water from my solar heater - what am I missing?
That’s honestly the best part and the most frustrating. I’m always paranoid about missing something small, like you with that draft. Did you ever check if your pressure relief valve is leaking heat? I’ve seen those littl...
RE: Finally tackled my noisy pipes and feeling pretty proud
Yeah, kitchens are definitely tougher...maybe it's the grease or steam buildup? I've noticed silicone near stovetops or ovens always seems to degrade faster. Wonder if there's a specific heat-resistant type that's better...
RE: finally figured out my boiler plumbing - anyone else find it tricky?
Good point about galvanic corrosion - I've seen a few setups where people skipped dielectric unions, and it wasn't pretty after a couple years. Did you also double-check your pressure relief valve placement? I've heard s...
RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick
Paper towels can definitely hold up better, but aren't you worried about them clogging the drain if bits break off? I've always been cautious about using anything thicker than TP around plumbing - seen a few nasty blocka...
RE: leaky pipe under kitchen sink driving me nuts
Haha, I feel you on the SharkBite side-eye...been there myself. Curious though, have you checked your water pressure lately? Sometimes high pressure can make those quick-connect fittings more prone to leaks over time. Mi...
RE: just read about a guy flooding his house trying to DIY install bathroom fixtures
Definitely see your point, but isn't it also important to recognize when a job might be too risky to tackle alone? I've been apprenticing for a bit now, and one thing my mentor always stresses is knowing exactly when to ...
RE: ever wondered how faucets actually work?
Ever taken apart a cartridge faucet? Those things can be tricky... springs, washers, tiny parts everywhere. Learned the hard way to always lay out parts in order as I remove them - makes reassembly way less stressful. An...