Honestly, I get where you’re coming from about calling a pro when things look dicey, but I’ve seen plenty of folks handle minor leaks or clogs just fi...

- Seen a lot of folks switch to push-to-connect for convenience—totally get it. - In my experience, they’re solid if you set them right and don’t mess...

- Couldn’t agree more about those old gate valves—they’re notorious for freezing up right when you need them most. - Ball valves are a solid upgrade...

- That lines up with what I’ve seen too—unless there’s actual property damage, the city doesn’t seem to rush. - Sometimes, even after a flush, the p...

Honestly, I’ve seen just about everything stuffed under a sink—old t-shirts, bits of foam, even a sock once. It’s wild what people will use in a pinch...

I've installed a few greywater systems, and honestly, maintenance isn't as bad as you'd think. A couple quick tips from experience: - Stick to biodeg...

Totally agree with the epoxy comments—seen it plenty of times myself. Couple things to keep in mind: - Epoxy might hold up okay if the crack's tiny a...

Totally agree with the shop vac suggestion—it's underrated. I've used it myself a few times and honestly, it's saved me from some pretty messy situati...