I get the hesitation around DIY fixes, especially in rentals. I actually tried an epoxy kit on my own bathroom sink last year—looked fine at first, bu...

I hear you on the noise—my first encounter with a pressure assist toilet nearly gave me a heart attack. I’m still not sure my cat’s forgiven me for th...

I kinda had the same thing happen when I moved in—thought my bathroom faucet was a lost cause, barely any water coming out. Turned out the aerator was...

I’ve tried a couple of those “miracle” kits—one was supposed to be waterproof epoxy, the other some kind of flexible tape. Both worked for a while, bu...

Totally agree on the moisture issue—it's a constant headache. I've been experimenting with labeling tape lately. It's waterproof and sticks pretty wel...

Good points about the native plants—I've been considering something similar for my yard. Mulching definitely helps, but I've also noticed that regular...