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christopherr22
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RE: When is it time to ditch your old water heater?
That metallic smell - like you mentioned, “kind of like pennies” - is usually a sign the anode rod’s on its last legs. I’ve seen a lot of folks ignore it, hoping to stretch things out, but honestly, replacing a water hea...
RE: Touchless taps and other faucet surprises
I’ve had my share of crawling under the sink, too. The last touchless faucet I installed claimed “tool-free maintenance,” but I still ended up with half my toolbox out. One thing I’ve learned: if you’re using rechargeabl...
RE: How much would you pay to fix water damage from a burst pipe?
That’s a hefty bill, but I get it - mold is no joke. I’ve started using recycled denim insulation in my crawlspace, hoping it’ll help with moisture and is less toxic if it ever gets wet. Has anyone tried eco-friendly mat...
RE: Gravel or pipe? Weird things I learned about backyard drainage
I’ve actually tried that recycled glass aggregate - mostly out of curiosity and a sore back. It’s lighter, sure, but I found it settles weirdly in heavy clay. Maybe it’s just my yard, but water didn’t move through as wel...