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RE: What should a whole-house softener replacement quote include?
The occasional regeneration problem also makes the drain side worth spelling out in the quote. Even with suitable iron assumptions and correct programming, inadequate drain flow or a poorly routed or secured drain line c...
RE: Best ways to deal with slow drains at home?
Couldn’t agree more - prevention is so much less stressful (and cheaper) than dealing with a full-blown blockage. I used to think those mesh covers were just another thing to buy, but after one too many “mystery blobs,” ...
RE: Best ways to deal with slow drains at home?
I’ve definitely gone the trap route a few times, and yeah, it’s not as intimidating after the first go. I’d just add - sometimes if you’ve got old metal pipes, those slip nuts can be a pain and might need a shot of WD-40...