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brianfisher103
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RE: plumbing disasters happen - are you ready?
I’d put the fitted shut-off wrench and a flashlight first if choosing what to spend money on: a quick look under sinks is a worthwhile free habit, but it won’t prevent every sudden failure, and the tools could help respo...
RE: Weirdest things people have used to clear a clogged drain
CO2 tire inflators? That’s a new one for me - can’t say I’ve personally seen it, but I can only imagine the chaos. I mean, those things are meant to pump up bike tires, not blast out a year’s worth of hair and soap scum....
RE: Gravel Vs. Corrugated Pipe: Which Works Better For Drain Fixes?
I hear you on the monster trees - those roots are like little pipe-seeking missiles. But honestly, I’ve always been a bit skeptical about root barriers. They sound good in theory, but I’ve seen roots just go around them ...
RE: Half flush never seems to work right - am I missing something?
Totally get where you’re coming from. I tried one of those “water-saving” kits last year and ended up with a toilet that sounded like it was gasping for air every time I flushed. The chain thing is real - mine kept getti...
RE: Water pooling in basement - could it be a sneaky drain issue?
Right? It’s almost like the home repair version of buying a new car because your old one had a flat tire. I swear, the number of times I’ve seen folks panic and call in the big guns before even glancing at their gutters....