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RE: When Your Fancy Toilet Sprayer Has a Mind of Its Own
I totally get wanting to avoid a flooded bathroom, but man, those braided lines can add up if you’re swapping out every fixture. I’ve stuck with the reinforced plastic for now - just check ‘em every few months. Anyone el...
RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code - how I do it
I totally get where you’re coming from. I always debate whether to swap things out early, but then my wallet screams at me. I’ve had a couple “ancient valve” scares, but so far I’m still mostly in the “if it ain’t broke…...
RE: How much would you pay to fix water damage from a burst pipe?
That hits home for me. I used to think annual checks were just another way for plumbers to make money, but after getting hit with a $3k bill for repairs (and that was just the visible stuff), I’m rethinking things. The w...
RE: LOW SHOWER PRESSURE: DOES THAT BOOSTER PUMP REALLY WORK?
I get where you’re coming from, but is a full pipe replacement always the only fix? I mean, - sure, but what about folks on a tight budget? I’ve seen some people get by with just replacing the worst section or even clea...
RE: Getting That Stubborn Dishwasher Working Again Without Calling a Repair Guy
I get what you mean about being wary of the cleaning tablets, but I actually found running a cycle with just white vinegar in a bowl on the top rack made a bigger difference for me. Ever tried that? It’s cheap and doesn’...
RE: Kitchen sink disaster - DIY or call a plumber?
Yikes, galvanized pipes are no joke... I feel your pain. I haven't personally tackled them yet, but my neighbor did last summer. He spent days wrestling with rusted fittings and ended up borrowing tools from half the nei...