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RE: When your water heater goes rogue: quick fixes and hacks
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve learned the hard way that just blaming high pressure isn’t always the full story. Had a tenant once who kept emptying buckets under the T&P valve for months - didn’t mention i...
RE: LOW SHOWER PRESSURE: DOES THAT BOOSTER PUMP REALLY WORK?
Had a tenant once who swore up and down that a booster pump would fix her “trickle” shower. Turns out, the pipes were so caked with rust and mineral buildup that even a fire hose wouldn’t have helped. Ended up having to ...
RE: Why does swapping out a busted ice maker cost so much?
That hits home. Had a tenant once who thought a cheap plastic line would be “just fine” for their fridge - fast forward six months, and I’m ripping up warped floorboards. Ever tried those braided steel hoses? I swear by ...
RE: green plumbing showdown: greywater recycling vs rainwater harvesting
That’s my worry too - rain barrels are great until you hit a drought. I’ve got tenants who forget what’s in the barrels and next thing you know, there’s mosquito soup. With greywater, though, I always wonder about code c...
RE: Burst pipe panic: what would you do?
I’ve definitely learned the hard way that access panels are worth their weight in gold. Years ago, I had a tenant call about a slow leak that turned into a full-blown mess because the joint was buried behind drywall - no...