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RE: hypothetically, if your septic system backed up tomorrow...
Moving house is the joke answer, not my real first move. I’d try to stay calm and deal with what’s actually in front of me rather than jumping straight to the worst-case scenario.
RE: When your bathroom sink ends up off-center
You’re definitely not alone on that one. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve thought, “This’ll be quick,” only to end up crawling around with a stack of shims and a level, muttering under my breath. Ever tried using p...
RE: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots
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 that “miracle” cleaner from the hardware store - no dice. But as for copp...
RE: What would you do if your basement started smelling musty overnight?
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 odor pop up overnight and it turned out to be a clogged floor drain. ...
RE: 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 soil and sloping it away from a couple of my rentals, and sure, it helps for a season or two... then the ground settles and I’m ba...
RE: 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 a call at 2am about a ceiling leak - turns out, water finds its own way, and it’s never convenient. For me, l...
RE: Under sink vs. countertop filters: which is less hassle to install?
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 more countertop filters get knocked over by roommates or kids than I...
RE: How much did you pay to fix your fridge's ice maker?
$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 tackle it myself - usually ends up with me on YouTube and swearing at th...
RE: Kitchen sink disaster - DIY or call a plumber?
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 on hand, or just roll the dice and hope for the best?
RE: Kitchen sink disaster - DIY or call a plumber?
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 work - sometimes. Have you checked if it's just a loose connection or w...