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RE: Why does swapping out a busted ice maker cost so much?
Title: Why does swapping out a busted ice maker cost so much? - Totally agree about saddle valves being sketchy. I've replaced a few where they were literally dripping rust water down the pipe. Not pretty, and definitel...
RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code - how I do it
- Been there - failed a bathroom reno inspection once because I used the wrong trap under the sink. Had to rip it out and start over. - Now I double-check pipe sizes and venting before calling anyone in. - Sometimes the ...
RE: Water pressure woes - anyone else dealt with this?
Totally agree on this. Had gate valves in my basement for years, and every time I needed to shut off water for repairs, it felt like wrestling a rusty submarine hatch... Ball valves cost a bit more upfront, sure, but the...
RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons
- Definitely second the sump pump check. Mine quit on me right before a heavy rain last spring... basement looked like a kiddie pool by morning. Learned my lesson there. - Also, don't underestimate checking hose bibs ins...
RE: Water pressure woes - anyone else dealt with this?
Good call on the regulator - I overlooked mine for years until it finally went wonky. Couple other quick thoughts: - Check your aerators on faucets. Had one clog up with sediment once and spent an embarrassing amount of...
RE: Kitchen Sink Money Drain: How Much Did You Spend Replacing Yours?
Totally agree on the maintenance point. I learned that lesson the hard way myself. A few years back, I splurged on one of those fancy touchless faucets thinking it'd be trouble-free because of the price tag. Nope. Within...
RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down
Good call on the toothbrush trick - I usually just poke at the nozzles with a toothpick, but that sounds way easier. Learned the hard way about vinegar and plastic finishes too... ended up with a showerhead looking like ...
RE: toilet disaster strikes again... help needed asap
Good points overall, but I wouldn't necessarily jump straight into tearing up the subfloor just yet. A few things to consider first: - Flange extenders can indeed be hit or miss, but I've found that most issues come fro...