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RE: Touchless taps and other faucet surprises
Yeah, the battery thing gets me every time. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve stood there, hands covered in something gross, waving like a fool before realizing the batteries are dead. It’s one of those “conveniences”...
RE: How much would you pay to fix water damage from a burst pipe?
Yeah, I hear you on the $7k. That’s a tough pill to swallow unless you’re dealing with something major - like a finished basement totally soaked or high-end hardwoods that need replacing. Most of the time, if you catch i...
RE: LOW SHOWER PRESSURE: DOES THAT BOOSTER PUMP REALLY WORK?
I put in a Stuart Turner pump about two years ago after getting fed up with the trickle that passed for a shower in our place. Honestly, it was a night-and-day difference for us. The water pressure went from “is this thi...
RE: My Pipes Burst at 2 AM - Ever Had a Midnight Plumbing Nightmare?
That’s actually a clever idea - never thought of using a dry-erase marker inside the wall. I usually just scribble notes with a Sharpie, but then I’m stuck with it forever (and my handwriting is terrible). The eco angle ...
RE: How would I remove this stem to replace it?
Honestly, I’ve tried the “just swap the stem” trick a few times and it’s a total gamble. Sometimes it’s smooth sailing, but I’ve also had one where the whole valve started leaking a week later and I was mopping up at mid...
RE: How do you spot hidden water leaks before they get worse?
Honestly, I’m with you on the price of those thermal cameras - they’re just not in my budget either. I’ve found that a little bit of old-school detective work goes a long way. Last spring, I noticed a musty smell in our ...