Honestly, you’re right to be cautious. The anode rod’s a big deal, but weird smells or cloudy water can point to other issues—like bacteria or sedimen...

Watts valves are decent, no doubt, but I've seen a couple fail prematurely too—could've been installation issues though, who knows. Honestly, any valv...

The sanding tip makes sense, but I'm a bit skeptical about the packing tape idea. Wouldn't the adhesive eventually degrade from heat or moisture, leav...

Good points there, and I agree—DIY plumbing can definitely turn into a nightmare without the right prep. I've seen people underestimate how delicate c...

Those are decent suggestions, but honestly, citrus peels and baking soda combos mostly mask odors temporarily. If the smell keeps coming back, you mig...