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RE: Rainwater toilets and greywater showers: City tries new water-saving tricks
Honestly, I’ve always thought these rainwater setups sound great on paper, but the maintenance is where folks get tripped up. I’ve had tenants call me about “weird smells” or slow flushes, and nine times out of ten it’s ...
RE: Keeping your water heater running longer without breaking the bank
I’ve got a few rentals and honestly, I’m not sold on the whole “flush every year” thing either. In places with soft water, I’ve barely noticed a difference whether I flush or not. Maybe it’s just luck, but some of my hea...
RE: Why does my hot water sometimes sound like popcorn?
Ha, yeah, been there. I’ve tried the vinegar trick a couple times - sometimes it helps, sometimes it just makes the whole place smell like a salad bar. I’m with you on not jamming anything metal in there though. Once had...
RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down
That vinegar soak is a classic move - works better than half the “miracle” products out there, in my experience. I’ve seen folks go wild with those filter heads, but honestly, they’re not always worth the hype. Like you ...
RE: How would I remove this stem to replace it?
Couldn’t agree more. I’ve seen way too many folks jump straight to the heavy-duty stuff and end up cracking something or stripping threads, especially in these older units where everything’s already a bit fragile. I usua...
RE: Rainwater toilets and greywater showers: City tries new water-saving tricks
Man, I’ve been there - tried walking one through my setup and he just looked at me like I was nuts. Honestly, sometimes it feels like they’re more worried about paperwork than actual risk. I get the need for caution, but...
RE: Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps - what would you do?
Yeah, I hear you. I’ve had my fair share of “smart” gadgets that end up being more hassle than help, especially when folks just tune out the alerts. There’s something about being able to just peek under the sink and know...
RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down
Honestly, I’ve seen more showerheads ruined by folks cranking them on too tight or using those “forever” washers than by anything else. I get the appeal of eco stuff, but in my experience, the regular rubber ones are jus...
RE: Under sink vs. countertop filters: which is less hassle to install?
Yeah, I hear you on that. After dealing with tenants calling me about “mystery leaks” under the sink (usually after they tried to install something themselves), I’ve learned to be wary of anything that messes with the pl...
RE: green plumbing showdown: greywater recycling vs rainwater harvesting
That’s pretty much been my experience, too. I’ve looked into greywater a few times, but the hoops you have to jump through - especially if you’re renting out - just aren’t worth it for most folks. Permits, inspections, b...