Yeah, seen that more times than I can count. Folks think a tiny drip’s no big deal, but give it a week and you’re looking at a soft, swollen mess unde...
Not always a different beast, honestly. I’ve seen cracked floor drains or broken pipes under the slab cause that exact thing. Gutters are common, but ...
That’s true for most plastic traps, but I’ve run into a few old metal ones where hand-tight just doesn’t cut it—especially if the threads are worn. So...
Stainless lines are definitely the safer bet—copper always ends up leaking at the worst possible time. I usually see folks skip the foam padding, but ...
Couldn’t agree more—once there’s a crack near the drain, it’s usually game over for patches. I’ve seen folks spend way too much on “miracle” sealants,...
Honestly, I get the frustration, but part of the price is just what it takes to do the job right. Some of these newer fridges have all kinds of sensor...
If the crack is spreading and you’re seeing any moisture underneath, that’s usually a sign the repair didn’t bond well or there’s movement in the sink...
Pressure tests are definitely worth the extra hour or two. I've seen brand new fittings fail right out of the box—rare, but it happens. Another thing ...
Couldn't agree more about treating symptoms vs root causes—seen too many folks chasing their tails with constant top-ups. Boilers aren't rocket scienc...
Loose brackets are common culprits, good catch. Next time, try adding foam pipe insulation too—it dampens vibrations nicely. Plumbing's always full of...
Installed plenty of pressure-balancing valves in older homes, and honestly, results vary. If your pipes are really narrow and rusty inside, the valve ...
I've seen similar issues, especially with laundry water. Detergents can really mess with soil permeability over time—had a client whose garden beds go...
Faucet aerators are dead simple—usually just screw on by hand. Might need pliers if your old one's stuck. Pressure stays decent, but rinsing shampoo w...
Yeah, duct tape's great for a lot of things, but plumbing definitely isn't one of them. I've seen similar disasters—someone once tried sealing a crack...