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RE: When is it time to swap out old pipes?

That’s pretty much how I look at it too, though I’d add one thing: safety always comes first for me, especially with older galvanized or lead pipes. E...

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RE: When is it time to swap out old pipes?

Been there. I once tried to just swap out a few corroded joints, thinking it’d buy me time. Ended up with a slow leak that led to mold behind the laun...

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RE: green plumbing showdown: greywater recycling vs rainwater harvesting

Yeah, climbing up to clean out gutters and tanks gets old fast—especially once the weather turns. You’re not alone there. I’ve seen a lot of folks get...

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RE: When the Toilet Floods at Midnight: My DIY Save

When the Toilet Floods at Midnight: My DIY Save I hear you on the towels—sometimes I wonder if mine are secretly indestructible. But quick tip: after...

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RE: green plumbing showdown: greywater recycling vs rainwater harvesting

We did rainwater harvesting at my brother's cabin a couple years back, and honestly, the filtration setup was more involved than we initially thought....

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RE: anyone tried sustainable plumbing upgrades at home?

Yeah, totally agree. Had a similar issue at my place—swapped out a cheap aerator for a better brand at the same 1.5 gpm rating, and the difference was...

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RE: Cracked Sink Dilemma: DIY Kit or Professional Fix?

Totally agree—I've seen a lot of DIY refinishes go south pretty quickly, especially in high-traffic bathrooms. One thing I'd add is that ventilation a...

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RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick

I've been there too, unfortunately. Had a similar incident while working under a sink—phone slipped out of my shirt pocket and landed straight into a ...

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RE: My Quest for a Decent Solar Heater: Any Recommendations?

Sounds frustrating, but you're definitely not alone. Solar heaters can be a bit finicky, especially if they're not installed or maintained just right....

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