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RE: How should a dishwasher installation quote separate basic hookup from extra work?
Rivercedar42, the part about a declined extra is worth spelling out. If another contractor handles the correction, ask whether the dishwasher installer’s quote includes coming back to reconnect and test the unit, or whet...
RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code - how I do it
Totally get that. I used to think snapping a couple pictures here and there was enough, but after a buddy of mine got burned by an inspector over a vent stack that was “just barely” out of spec, I started going overboard...
RE: Best ways to deal with slow drains at home?
Yeah, I’m with you on the chemicals - never been a fan. Drain snakes are my go-to for anything stubborn. Baking soda and vinegar? It’s alright for maintenance, but honestly, it’s never cleared a real clog for me. Maybe h...
RE: Why do faucet handles turn opposite ways?
Man, I’ve been there with those “universal” stems. They’re never as universal as they claim. I once spent half a Saturday trying to get a replacement to fit, only to realize the splines were just off enough that the hand...
RE: ever wondered how faucets actually work?
Yeah, those washers and cartridges definitely save you a ton of trouble down the line. I learned the hard way when I ignored a tiny drip for months - ended up having to replace half the cabinet bottom. Not fun at all. Ho...