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RE: Rainwater toilets and greywater showers: City tries new water-saving tricks
That’s exactly the kind of thing that makes me nervous about these “innovative” installs. You can do everything by the book, double-check all the fittings, and still get a surprise leak days later. I’ve had similar issue...
RE: Getting water pressure back: my experience with a booster pump
Couldn’t agree more about the soggy insulation - been there, wasted money on those foam sleeves that just turned into sponges in my crawlspace. I’m not convinced wrapping pipes does much unless you’ve got a bone-dry base...
RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick
Honestly, my luck with tape is about 50/50 - sometimes it’s a lifesaver, other times I’m cursing under the sink two weeks later. I get not wanting to deal with pipe dope (sticky mess, ruined rags...), but if I’m fixing a...
RE: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve had the jetter backfire on me too - once it blasted a clog right into my laundry room. Flex-shaft’s a pain for sure, but at least it’s not turning my basement into a swamp. I usua...
RE: ever wondered how faucets actually work?
Yeah, totally get where you're coming from. Faucets look straightforward on the surface, but once you crack them open, it's like stepping into a plumbing twilight zone. I tried fixing a leaky faucet myself once, thinking...
RE: Plumber emergency: DIY quick fixes or call the pros?
Haha, been there myself. But honestly, sometimes calling a pro feels like rolling the dice too. Had a plumber come out once for what I thought was a major leak - turned out to be a loose fitting I could've tightened myse...
RE: do you pay attention to water-saving rules when fixing stuff at home?
Honestly, checking valves and gauges is smart, but sometimes those eco-friendly fixtures really do sacrifice performance. I swapped to a low-flow kitchen faucet last year to save money on the water bill, and now washing ...
RE: My Pipes Burst at 2 AM - Ever Had a Midnight Plumbing Nightmare?
You're definitely onto something with sealing drafts - I did the same thing last winter and noticed a huge improvement. Heat tape seems convenient, but I'm with you...I'd rather not have something electric running nonsto...
RE: toilet disaster strikes again... help needed asap
I've heard the hot water trick before, but honestly, I'm a bit skeptical about pouring water from waist height - sounds like a recipe for splashes and extra cleanup. Last time I had a stubborn clog, I just dumped a gener...