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RE: Switching out a tub for a walk-in shower: copper vs. PEX pipes?

I hear you on the mouse issue—seen it myself more than once. But have you looked into the newer PEX with metal sleeves or running it through conduit? ...

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RE: Switching out a tub for a walk-in shower: copper vs. PEX pipes?

I’ve actually used that mesh wrap on a couple jobs where mice were a real issue—mostly in old farmhouses. It’s a bit of a pain to get it snug around b...

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RE: Touchless taps and other faucet surprises

Yeah, I hear you on the sensor glitches—seen my fair share of those during call-outs. When they work, touchless faucets can save water, especially in ...

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RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code—how I do it

Making Sure Your Home’s Pipes Are Up To Code—How I Do It Haha, the cat idea always cracks me up. My aunt tried that route and ended up with a very la...

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RE: Under Sink Hookup vs. Dedicated Drain Line: Which Is Better for Dishwashers?

I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually seen high loops work just fine in a lot of setups—especially if the sink’s got good drainage and you...

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RE: WHEN YOUR LAWN TURNS INTO A SWAMP AFTER EVERY RAINSTORM

Letting the wild stuff grow really does take the pressure off, doesn’t it? I’ve seen folks spend a fortune on drainage and sod, only to end up right b...

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RE: Why do faucet handles turn opposite ways?

Title: Why do faucet handles turn opposite ways? Man, this is such a common thing. I can’t even count how many times I’ve been called out for “broken...

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RE: WHEN YOUR TUB WON'T DRAIN: DIY FIXES THAT ACTUALLY WORK?

I get where you’re coming from about the bladders, but I’ve actually had better luck with them than metal snakes in certain situations. That’s true i...

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

Had a similar situation last year with my bathroom sink—noticed a thin crack running near the drain. I figured, “how bad could it be?” and went for on...

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RE: Finally ditched my old heater for a greener option

We switched to a hybrid heater about two years ago, and honestly, we've seen a noticeable drop in our monthly bills—especially during peak winter mont...

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RE: Plumbing pros weigh in: new app promises faster fixes and fewer headaches

Good point about balancing tech and manual checks, but I wonder if occasional manual inspections are really enough? I've seen cases where relying too ...

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RE: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots

Had a similar issue with an oak tree a few years back—tried gravel trenches first, but those roots just laughed at me. Did you install the barrier you...

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RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick

Haha, been there myself—my own cabinet still has some questionable blue spots. But hey, quick question: ever tried using paper towels instead of toile...

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RE: just dealt with a gas leak scare—anyone else used those home detectors?

Glad you caught it early—gas leaks can be pretty scary. Have you thought about adding one of those automatic shut-off valves too? Might be worth it fo...

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RE: Copper vs PEX pipes—any real difference for home plumbing?

Yeah, sounds like you've got it covered—PEX really is DIY-friendly. Ever had any trouble with fittings leaking over time, or has it held up pretty wel...

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