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RE: When a plunger just isn't enough
I get the caution with big augers, but honestly, I’ve had a couple situations where a hand auger just didn’t cut it - especially with tree roots. Rented a power auger once and, yeah, it’s risky, but if you go slow and kn...
RE: Finally got my bathroom reno approved - permit process wasn’t as scary as I thought
Yeah, I get that. The plastic test just feels more straightforward, even if it’s a bit old-school. I do wonder though - have you ever had a spot where the plastic test said dry but you still got issues later? I always se...
RE: When your water heater goes rogue: quick fixes and hacks
I’ve been eyeing those plant-based wraps too, but haven’t had a real leak to test them on yet. I’m a little skeptical about how they’d handle the constant heat from a hot water line - seems like most “eco” stuff I’ve tri...
RE: When is it time to swap out old pipes?
Totally agree about the “patch and pray” approach - seen too many folks end up with a way bigger mess down the line. I’m curious, though: have you ever tried using those little cameras to scope out the inside of your pip...
RE: When your living room is a sauna but your bedroom's an igloo
I’ve definitely closed off vents in the guest room and laundry area before, just to try and get the living room to stop feeling like a sauna. Didn’t notice any big issues, but I did have one winter where the furnace star...
RE: green plumbing showdown: greywater recycling vs rainwater harvesting
Totally agree on the mesh screen - learned that lesson after my first season when I spent more time cleaning than actually using the water. Stainless is the way to go. I’ve also found that even with diverters, stuff stil...
RE: What if your street flooded because drains were clogged?
Honestly, I get the “just clear the leaves” approach, but I’m a little more cautious. Thing is, even with just surface gunk, you never really know what’s lurking underneath. Last year, I thought it was just leaves, but ...