Mixing metals isn’t the end of the world, but I’ve learned to avoid it when possible, especially in rentals. That “crusty green stuff” you mentioned——...

I hear you on the “statement” fixtures. Had a tenant once who insisted on some fancy European faucet for their unit—looked great, sure, but when the c...

Title: My Shower's Gone Rogue and Sprays Everywhere But Down I get where you’re coming from about not just tossing stuff if it’s fixable. I’ve seen t...

Had a similar deal last year—tenant called about the vanity sink being “weirdly off.” I’ll admit, I couldn’t see it at first, but once it was pointed ...

Here’s the thing—indoor traps are easier to monitor, yeah, but they also tend to stink up the place if you miss even a single cleaning. I’ve had tenan...

I've seen mixed results with fixture upgrades myself. Sure, swapping out showerheads or faucets can help a bit, but honestly, the bigger savings I've ...

Had a similar experience with those tapes myself. Had a tenant call me at midnight once, panicking about water spraying everywhere under the kitchen s...

I've done both DIY and professional refinishing on sinks and tubs over the years, and honestly, the pro jobs usually hold up way better. DIY kits can ...

I've been down this road more times than I'd like to admit, and honestly, wax rings have saved my sanity more often than silicone. Silicone sounds gre...