Good points about freezing temps—I learned that the hard way when a pipe cracked during a cold snap last year. Insulation helps, but honestly, regular...

Good call on the shut-off valve—I chased my tail for days once before realizing mine was half-closed. Another sneaky culprit can be those pressure reg...

I've tried a couple of those plumbing apps actually—mixed results. They're decent for basic stuff like identifying fittings or valves, but when water'...

Yeah, swapping the showerhead can definitely help ease the shock factor a bit. Had a similar issue in one of my older rentals—tenants complained about...

Yeah, porcelain fixtures are tricky. Had a similar issue with an old toilet—no chips, but apparently they don't accept used toilets at all. Ended up p...

I've had self-regulating tapes on a couple rental properties for about four winters now, and honestly, they've been pretty solid. No midnight emergenc...

I've had decent luck with brass ball valves—they seem to hold up better than gate valves in my experience. But honestly, sometimes I wonder if spendin...