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RE: What should a toilet replacement quote say about flange or shutoff repairs?
I’d prefer a pause for approval before extra flange or shutoff work, since the repair needed - and its cost - may only become clear after removal. A defined allowance can also work if the quote says exactly what it cover...
RE: Dripping taps driving me nuts - why is it never a quick fix?
You’re not alone there. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve been called out to look at a “modern” mixer that’s barely a few years old, only to find the cartridge’s gone again. And you’re right, half the time the repla...
RE: When Your Fancy Toilet Sprayer Has a Mind of Its Own
You nailed it - I've lost count of how many “leak-proof” hoses I’ve replaced that were only leak-proof until, well, they weren’t. The worst ones are those fancy hoses with plastic quick-connects. They look slick, but I’v...