Had one clog up once—grease got thick fast and overflowed under the sink. Yeah, it was easier to spot and clean, but man, the smell lingered for days....

That’s a solid tip about the hot water and dish soap—never thought to try that before grabbing the auger. I’m always a bit paranoid about old joints t...

Snapping pics is a solid move—I've done the same, especially when I'm not 100% sure how things are laid out. It's tempting to rush, but I've had those...

I hear you on the boutique brands—ran into that headache once with a fancy imported faucet. Looked great, but when the cartridge failed after a year, ...

Had a similar scare a few months back—thought I could just swap out the shower head, but the second I started loosening things, the whole valve assemb...

Yeah, press-fits can definitely save your day when you're stuck, but long-term under boiler pressure... I'd be a bit cautious too. I've seen a couple ...

Definitely agree with this. Seen a lot of basements flood just because the yard slopes slightly inward. Also, be careful with chemical drain cleaners—...

Yeah, inline filters can really help. Had a similar headache at my parents' place—tankless heater kept clogging up from minerals, even with regular fl...

Good points about cabinetry headaches—I’ve seen those hidden plumbing setups turn into real messes. Pedestal sinks definitely give you easier access, ...

Yeah, you're right to be cautious about boiling water. Older pipes—especially PVC or brittle metal ones—can warp or crack if exposed to extreme heat t...

Good points about prep, but I'd be careful relying too much on silicone for stability. It helps seal and finish things off, but shouldn't be the main ...

Good call on the recirculation settings—I overlooked that myself at first. When I installed ours, I left everything on factory defaults, figuring they...