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RE: shower goes ice cold when someone flushes toilet
Pressure-balancing valves help, but if you're still getting those cold shocks occasionally, might wanna check your pipes too. Narrow or corroded lines can mess with water flow...could be worth a quick inspection just to ...
RE: Plumbing hacks to keep your pipes happy all year round
Haha, been there... nothing wakes you up faster than an unexpected indoor ice rink. Another thing I'd add is periodically checking shut-off valves. Had one seize up on me during a burst pipe incident last winter, turned ...
RE: green plumbing showdown: greywater recycling vs rainwater harvesting
I get the appeal of rain barrels, but just a heads-up: make sure you're checking the overflow regularly. Had a client whose barrel overflowed near the foundation during heavy storms and ended up with basement flooding - ...
RE: Water pressure woes - anyone else dealt with this?
Pipe replacement can definitely help, but I'd hesitate to call it a simple fix - especially in older homes. Disturbing walls can uncover other hidden issues (wiring, mold...). Sometimes a targeted repair or partial repla...