daisyathlete

RE: Finally ditched the black tank: my dry loo journey

RE: Half flush never seems to work right - am I missing something?

I’ve had the same experience with dual-flush toilets - half flush is usually just a token effort. I installed a Caroma in my last place because I’d heard good things, but honestly, it was still hit or miss. Sometimes it ...

RE: Keeping your water heater running longer without breaking the bank

Yeah, that’s always a fun surprise... like, “Congrats, you’ve got a water heater-shaped colander now.” I get not wanting to mess with it, but skipping the anode rod is rolling the dice, especially with hard water. I’ve h...

RE: Half flush never seems to work right - am I missing something?

I get what you’re saying about brand and install making a difference, but honestly, even some of the “higher-rated” models have let me down. That’s been my experience too. Sometimes it just feels like these designs are ...

RE: Touchless taps and other faucet surprises

I hear you on the touchless faucet headaches. I installed one in my last kitchen, thinking it’d be a huge upgrade, but the random activations and battery swaps got old fast. I even had it turn on in the middle of the nig...

RE: When your bathroom sink ends up off-center

Yeah, I get what you mean - sometimes chasing that last eighth of an inch just isn’t worth the risk, especially with plumbing involved. I’ve learned the hard way that “perfect” can turn into a mess fast if you’re not car...

RE: Keeping the sink monster happy: tricks for a smoother running disposal

I’ve wondered about making the splash guard removable too - seems like it’d solve half the problem, honestly. Some people online say you can just pull them out and push them back in, but mine feels pretty stuck. Not sure...

RE: Quick fixes for surprise water disasters - does pipe tape actually work?

Pipe tape (Teflon tape) is decent for threaded joints, but it won’t do much for pinhole leaks or cracks in the pipe itself. I’ve had similar results with epoxy putty - fine as a stopgap, but I wouldn’t trust it long-term...

RE: Plumbing pros weigh in: new app promises faster fixes and fewer headaches

Title: Plumbing pros weigh in: new app promises faster fixes and fewer headaches You nailed it - tech is helpful, but it’s not magic. I’ve seen folks install every sensor under the sun and still miss a slow drip behind ...