I get the appeal of smart valves, but I’m still a little wary about relying on tech for something this critical. Here’s my thinking: 1. Test your ma...

That’s the truth. Last time I cleaned out my kitchen trap, I thought it’d be a quick job—just unscrew, dump, and rinse. Ended up with a mess of gunk I...

Compression fittings definitely feel sturdier once you get the knack, but man, I always end up dropping that tiny olive somewhere impossible to reach....

I’ve done the same thing—snapped a bunch of pics, then later realized I had no idea which pipe was which because the angles all looked the same. Once,...

I get what you mean about marker fading, but I’ve actually had better luck with paint pens for stuff that gets damp or warm. They’re a bit messier, bu...

Honestly, I get the appeal of backup notes and photos, but I’ve actually had better luck with QR codes than I expected. I was skeptical at first—seeme...

Mechanical valves are great, but they're not foolproof either. Last winter, I had one seize up completely—probably from lack of use or mineral buildup...