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cyclist44
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RE: Drips from the box vs. leaks at the connections - what’s worse?
You nailed it - hidden leaks are the real nightmares. I’ve seen folks spend thousands fixing what started as a tiny drip behind drywall. The visible stuff? At least you get a fighting chance to catch it before it turns i...
RE: When is it time to swap out old pipes?
Couldn’t agree more about the “stretch it out” approach - seen way too many folks try to squeeze a few more years out of those old pipes, and it almost always backfires. PEX isn’t flawless (I’ve seen some weird kinks and...
RE: WHEN YOUR LAWN TURNS INTO A SWAMP AFTER EVERY RAINSTORM
I get where you're coming from with the contractor-grade fabric - it's tempting when you're trying to save a few bucks, but I've seen it break down faster than I'd like, especially if you get a lot of foot traffic or hea...
RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick
I hear you on the colored tape - nothing beats being able to just glance and know what’s what, especially when you’re wedged behind a water heater or something. But I’ve had tape peel off in damp crawlspaces or get cover...