Honestly, you nailed it—drainage is never a one-and-done thing. I’ve tried both ways with the fabric, and putting it under the gravel just works bette...

I hear you on the chemicals—never really trusted them myself. Draining and refilling does the trick for most folks, but I’ve noticed some sediment sti...

That’s Murphy’s Law in action. I tried the “miracle” tape once—waste of money, honestly. Ended up ripping everything out and just replacing the trap a...

Water pressure issues are such a pain. I’ve definitely chased my tail a few times thinking it was something major, only to find out it was just a clog...

Honestly, you nailed it with “Spend a bit more and pay attention to install—makes all the difference.” I’ve seen too many folks blame the toilet when ...

I've drilled into tile a few times, and anchors are definitely the way to go if you can't hit studs directly. Just make sure you use a tile bit and go...

Had a similar headache last year—kept patching up water damage until I finally realized the wax ring wasn't sealing right. Simple fix, but took foreve...

Good points overall, especially about wider gutters—made a noticeable difference for me too. One thing I'd add is the importance of a proper first-flu...

I've had similar thoughts about polypropylene myself—solid performance, but recycling seems tricky. Has anyone experimented with copper alternatives l...

Good call on the overflow system—definitely something you don't want to overlook. I've seen barrels deform even with thicker walls, especially if they...