dmitchell80
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RE: WHEN YOUR TUB WON'T DRAIN: DIY FIXES THAT ACTUALLY WORK?

I tried one of those zip-it things a couple months back when my tub was draining super slow. It definitely pulled up a disgusting amount of hair and s...

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RE: Getting That Stubborn Dishwasher Working Again Without Calling a Repair Guy

Yeah, the potato peel thing got me my first week here—thought it’d be fine, but nope, instant clog. I’m still not totally sure about the air gap, thou...

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RE: Cracked Sink Dilemma: DIY Kit or Professional Fix?

Honestly, I’m with you—those DIY kits seem like a band-aid at best, especially for anything more than a tiny chip. I tried one of those “porcelain rep...

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RE: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots

Same here—those videos make it look like you just dig a little trench and call it a day. Reality check: my backyard looked like a bomb went off for we...

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RE: Eco-Friendly Ways to Keep Your Drains Clear and Fresh

Yeah, I definitely agree with you on the caution about DIY cleaners. As a first-time homeowner myself, I've been pretty wary about what goes down my d...

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RE: Finally got my bathroom reno right for everyone to use comfortably

Had the exact same thought about pairing mine with a timer switch. I mean, lowering sensitivity helped, but it still randomly kicks on sometimes when ...

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RE: drain inspection cams: wired vs wireless, what's your pick?

I've been leaning towards wireless myself, mainly to avoid the cable snagging issue you mentioned. But one thing that's holding me back is durability—...

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RE: need some advice on plumbing stuff for DIY bathroom fix-up

Did you find soldering easier than using those push-fit connectors? I'm tackling my first bathroom reno right now, and honestly, I'm tempted by the pu...

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RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down

Good tip about the vinegar soak, but have you checked if the showerhead itself is screwed on tightly enough? When I moved into my first place, I had a...

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RE: just read about a guy flooding his house trying to DIY install bathroom fixtures

Yeah, torque wrench definitely feels excessive...but are pliers really necessary? I've cracked fittings too easily before. Isn't firm hand-tightening ...

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