Had a similar situation with a tub crack—epoxy held for a bit, but once folks started using it daily, the patch failed. Learned that spots near drains...

Had one greywater setup fail pretty badly once—pump burned out from lint buildup, and the homeowner didn't even realize until the smell started creepi...

Regular debris clearing is definitely helpful, but I'd also suggest checking the drains themselves every so often. We had a similar issue on our block...

Photos are handy, but phones can slip or get wet too. I usually sketch a quick diagram on waterproof paper—cheap, reliable, and doesn't leave me stran...

Yeah, Wi-Fi sensors can definitely be lifesavers—seen them prevent some nasty situations myself. But I'd still caution folks not to rely solely on tec...

Yeah, good call on checking the pressure regulator. High water pressure is sneaky—sometimes it doesn't seem obvious until fixtures start acting weird ...

Yep, mineral buildup is a common culprit. CLR can help, but I'd also suggest checking your pressure-balancing valve cartridge. Even after cleaning, so...

Yeah, boiler plumbing can be deceptively tricky. Had a similar experience a few years back—thought everything was solid until mid-January hit and woke...

Been there—definitely not a good time. I'd also suggest adding a simple overflow valve or hose to direct excess water safely away from your foundation...

I've seen angled screens work pretty well too, but one thing to watch out for is debris buildup—especially leaves or pine needles. If you're DIYing it...