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RE: What’s a useful limit for a homeowner’s plumbing check?
If there’s no visible concern, I’d still favor an occasional scheduled visit when it has been a long time since a plumber looked things over; it gives someone a chance to assess accessible components and raise issues a v...
RE: Saving water in the shower actually worked for me
Honestly, I’ve tried those inline filters in a couple of my rental units and I’m not convinced they’re worth the hassle. Here’s what I’ve noticed: - They do catch some stuff, but you’re still scrubbing mineral buildup e...
RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons
- - Same boat here. Those sleeves look great on the shelf, but I’ve had them peel back or get chewed up - mice love ‘em in my older rentals. - Critters definitely seem worse in houses built before the ‘70s. I’ve pull...
RE: Saving water in the shower actually worked for me
- 100% agree about the difference between old and new low-flow heads. I swapped out a bunch in my rentals last year - tenants noticed right away, especially the ones who’d been dealing with those ancient “mist” models. -...
RE: Why does swapping out a busted ice maker cost so much?
- Totally get it - water repairs are always a gamble. - OEM prices are brutal, but I’ve had universal parts leak or not fit right more than once. - One small drip can turn into a nightmare, especially if you’re not h...
RE: My Pipes Burst at 2 AM - Ever Had a Midnight Plumbing Nightmare?
- Had my share of late-night leaks, and honestly, I get the hesitation with old shutoffs - sometimes turning them just makes things worse. - Clamp kits have saved me a few times, but yeah, copper vs. PVC makes a differ...
RE: Gravel or pipe? Weird things I learned about backyard drainage
- Gotta push back a bit on the pea gravel hate - I've pulled up both pea and crushed stone after a few years and honestly, the difference wasn’t night and day. The key’s always been the filter fabric for me. - Seen sid...