- Noticed the metal one feels sturdier, but honestly, water pressure seems about the same as my old plastic one. - I’ve heard you can recycle some met...

Honestly, I’m right there with you on the “future me” plan. My wallet can’t handle a full repipe all at once, so I’m just dealing with the worst offen...

- I’m with you on the color match being “hit or miss.” My kitchen sink patch is a shade off and now I just call it “character.” - Same. I’m not...

- Couldn’t agree more. That’s exactly what happened to my neighbor—ignored a tiny drip and ended up with water under the floorboards. - I went with br...

- 100% agree on mineral wool being worth the hassle. I tried the “easy” foam sleeves first—total waste of money, especially around bends. - Yep, lear...

Did my sink trap last weekend—here's what I learned: - Buckets beat towels every time. - Don't underestimate how much water sits in those pipes... - ...

I'm in the same boat right now—first-time homeowner here, and the water heater that came with the house is definitely past its prime. I debated the an...

Probably a bit of both. Recently replaced the faucet in my kitchen and learned a lot more than I ever wanted to about cartridges and ceramic discs. Tu...

Good tips—I just bought my first house last year and learned real quick how important those indoor shut-off valves are. Didn't even realize I had one ...