I’ve wondered about the blue stains too, but honestly, I think they’re just part of the charm at this point. I’ve tried vinegar, lemon juice, even tha...

Laundry in the basement is a classic trap—been there, done that, had to apologize to a tenant for the “mystery cheese” smell. One time I had a musty o...

WHEN YOUR LAWN TURNS INTO A SWAMP AFTER EVERY RAINSTORM I get the grading thing, but has anyone actually had it work long-term? I’ve tried adding soi...

When is it time to swap out old pipes? Man, the “Swiss cheese” pipe visual is all too familiar. I used to be in the “patch and pray” camp until I got...

I totally get the “becoming a pretzel” thing—been there, done that, probably left a wrench under the sink for the next poor soul. Honestly, I’ve seen ...

$40 for a valve and a couple of knuckle scrapes isn’t bad at all. Honestly, I’ve had tenants call me for ice maker issues and sometimes I’ll try to ta...

Ever had a valve snap right off in your hand? Happened to me once, and I swear I aged five years in that moment. Do you guys usually keep spare valves...

Haha, plastic wrap and zip ties...been there, done that. Ever tried duct tape? Spoiler alert: it doesn't hold either. But honestly, DIY plumbing can w...