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RE: How do you handle the dirty work: DIY or call in the pros?
Honestly, I get where you’re coming from - water issues can spiral fast. For me, it comes down to whether I can shut off the water and actually see what’s going on. If I can’t figure out the source or it looks like more ...
RE: Rainwater toilets and greywater showers: City tries new water-saving tricks
Had the same concerns when I first looked into these setups. You nailed it with this: In my experience, it’s rare. The filters and tanks need regular checks, and if tenants forget (or just don’t care), you’re dealing wi...
RE: When your heater acts up: quick fixes that saved my winter
Couldn’t agree more. I’ve got tenants who wouldn’t know a mastic from a muffin, so as long as the heat’s running and the bills aren’t through the roof, I’m happy. Foil tape’s been my go-to for years - never had a callbac...
RE: Low-flow toilets: worth the hype or just a pain?
I’ve run into that exact issue in a couple of my rentals - old cast iron pipes just don’t handle low-flow as well. Sometimes you end up with tenants calling about slow drains every other month. Have you tried snaking the...
RE: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots
Funny you mention brittle pipes - I learned that the hard way after a “quick” root cut turned into a weekend plumbing emergency. Hydro jetting’s been my go-to since then, but I’m curious, have you ever had jetting push r...
RE: How I finally stopped my bathroom faucet from getting gross
I’ve seen plenty of “temporary” hacks turn into permanent fixtures, trust me. I once had a tenant who used a shoelace and a bread bag clip to keep their toilet handle working for months. It’s not pretty, but it worked un...
RE: When the Toilet Floods at Midnight: My DIY Save
Leaving the back open definitely makes it easier to spot leaks before they turn into a disaster. I’ve had tenants seal everything up tight, then call me when water’s already soaked through the floorboards. Ever tried tho...
RE: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots
Totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve had a few properties where trenchless just wasn’t an option - old terra cotta pipes, weird junctions, you name it. Digging is a pain, but at least you know exactly what’s happen...
RE: Why does swapping out a busted ice maker cost so much?
I get where you’re coming from, but I’m not totally convinced paying top dollar is always the answer. I’ve swapped out plenty of ice makers over the years - sometimes the off-brand ones work just fine if you double-check...