I get the appeal of tackling things head-on, but honestly, I’m not sure the “dig first, ask questions later” way is always best. That’s true, but som...

I get the paranoia—every time I walk past my utility room, I glance at those joints just to make sure nothing’s dripping. I went back and forth on cop...

Permits are such a headache, but honestly, I’d rather deal with the paperwork than risk a flooded basement or some inspector showing up later and maki...

Totally agree—propane torches are asking for trouble. Had my own midnight plumbing drama last year... ended up using a hairdryer to thaw pipes at 2 AM...

Good advice overall, but honestly, checking valves every few months feels like a bit of overkill to me. Don't get me wrong—I'm all for being cautious,...