Cutting drywall is definitely the lesser evil compared to wrestling a rusty tank through a tight squeeze. I’ve seen folks try to “just squeeze it by” ...

Yeah, swapping the anode rod can help slow things down, but once rust is visible, you're already dealing with corrosion inside the tank walls. Have yo...

Haha, plumbing upgrades for your birthday... why not, right? But seriously, have you checked out those salt-free water conditioners instead of traditi...

Ran into something similar last summer when I tackled the kitchen faucet myself. Thought I'd save a few bucks by using some leftover automotive grease...

Speaking of flooding kitchens, ever had your pipes decide to "talk back" at 2 AM with a loud banging noise? Happened to me last winter. Turned out it ...

Yeah, moisture alarms are definitely a solid upgrade from weekly flashlight checks. Have you considered pairing them with those cheap water-sensitive ...

Yeah, stainless steel hoses generally do last longer than the typical braided rubber ones, especially if you're dealing with frequent leaks or pressur...

I've had similar experiences with SharkBite fittings—easy to install but not always reliable long-term. Compression fittings have been solid for me to...

Had a similar shim-and-caulk adventure myself—worked fine for maybe six months, then the wobble came creeping back. Turned out my flange was cracked u...