I hear you on the eco caulks being a bit hit-or-miss, but I’ve actually had decent luck with a couple brands—GE’s “Advanced Silicone 2” low-VOC line h...

Cutting drywall is always a judgment call, but I usually go at least 18 inches too—sometimes higher if the water’s been sitting. There’s no magic numb...

Honestly, I get the skepticism about enzyme cleaners—they’re not miracle workers, but they do have their place. If you’re dealing with a lot of organi...

Compression fittings do get a bad rap sometimes, but honestly, when installed correctly, they're pretty reliable. I've seen solder joints fail too—usu...

Couldn't agree more—sometimes the sink monster just needs to retire gracefully. I've had clients who insisted on reviving ancient disposals, only to c...

Willows near plumbing...yeah, that's not exaggerated at all. I've seen willow roots snake their way into pipes like they're on some kind of treasure h...