Sharpie and tape is definitely a solid trick—I've used it plenty of times myself. One thing I've noticed, though, is that after a few years, especiall...

Good call on the kinked hose—seen that a bunch. If the hose checks out fine though, have you looked at the showerhead itself? Sometimes the rubber noz...

Definitely agree with silicone ties under sinks—saved me a few headaches. But if you're dealing with hot water lines, metal ties with corrosion-resist...

I've set up a few rain collection systems, and honestly, the fine mesh alone usually isn't enough to completely stop mosquitoes. A while back, I had a...

Pressure-balancing valves are usually enough for most residential setups... thermostatic valves can be overkill unless you've got multiple units or re...

I've tested those ultrasonic repellents around rain barrels before, and honestly... results were pretty meh. They seem to work okay indoors in enclose...

Good point about trusting your senses. I've seen detectors miss small leaks too, especially when they're intermittent or airflow is strong enough to d...

Haha, the "H2O???" pipe cracked me up—sounds like my daily life. Honestly, documenting plumbing connections doesn't have to be a nightmare if you keep...

Retrofitting shut-offs under each sink can be handy, but honestly, it might be overkill for most homes. If your plumbing's in decent shape, you're rar...