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RE: When your heater ignores the thermostat: what would you do?

That’s the question right there. I’ve learned the hard way that “just a quick look” can spiral fast, especially with those older units that seem to ha...

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RE: Touchless taps and other faucet surprises

Couldn’t agree more—plug-in touchless taps are just another thing to break or trip over. I’ve had tenants call about power outages and “broken” faucet...

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RE: KEEPING THE HEAT ON: DOES REGULAR FILTER CLEANING REALLY MATTER?

Honestly, I’ve tried vacuuming the filters before, but I wouldn’t count on it doing much. The fine dust gets embedded in there, and a quick vacuum jus...

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RE: How much would you pay to fix water damage from a burst pipe?

Honestly, the upfront cost stings, but trust me—hidden water damage is a nightmare. I’ve had tenants call about a “small leak” that turned into a $10k...

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RE: Gravel or pipe? Weird things I learned about backyard drainage

I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I’ve had more headaches with relying on slope alone. Tenants aren’t always careful, and a little mulch o...

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RE: why is documenting plumbing connections such a nightmare?

Been there. I tried Sharpie on duct tape once—figured it’d last longer. Nope. Mold and condensation just ate it up. At this point, I just keep a noteb...

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RE: Getting more hot water from my solar heater—what am I missing?

Pressure relief valves are sneaky—I've lost count of how many times I've found one just barely warm to the touch, bleeding heat for no good reason. Go...

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RE: Need some advice on choosing new plumbing fixtures

Stainless is definitely the way to go if you want to avoid a constant cleaning headache. I’ve swapped out more chrome fixtures than I care to remember...

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RE: Plumber on speed dial vs. plumbing apps—what's your go-to?

I get where you’re coming from—those call-out fees add up fast, especially if it’s just a leaky faucet or a clogged drain. I’ve saved a ton over the y...

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