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RE: What should a sewer lateral inspection and repair quote actually separate?
For instance, a hypothetical quote could define the camera-supported repair and show permits as a $X allowance, while another lists the same repair but excludes permit costs. The first is easier to compare upfront, but I...
RE: Switching out a tub for a walk-in shower: copper vs. PEX pipes?
Yeah, I hear you on the critters - my attic sounded like a rodent rave until I finally found their secret entrance. As for PEX, I was skeptical at first (old habits die hard), but it’s been surprisingly chill. No leaks, ...
RE: Why do faucet handles turn opposite ways?
Funny thing is, I actually like the chaos a bit. Keeps guests on their toes, you know? But I’m not convinced it’s totally random. I’ve noticed older houses in my area (Midwest) almost always have the hot on the left, col...
RE: Spin cycle issues: unplug and reset or dive straight into the filter?
Unplugging and resetting actually saved me a couple times, to be honest. I get the urge to go straight for the filter - feels more “hands-on” and like you’re actually fixing something. But sometimes these machines just g...
RE: Half flush never seems to work right - am I missing something?
Man, I feel this. I’ve spent more time fiddling with those “universal” kits than I care to admit, and half the time they don’t line up right or the flush is still weak. At some point, I just gave up and started using the...
RE: Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps - what would you do?
I hear you on the underground hassle - my neighbor’s setup turned into a guessing game, and nobody “won” when it overflowed. I’ve always wondered, though, do in-kitchen traps stink up the place if you don’t stay on top o...