Good call on the rubber clamps—they're definitely underrated. Epoxy putty is handy, sure, but it's more of a band-aid than anything else. I've seen pl...

That's actually a great point—visibility is underrated. I've seen plenty of hidden leaks turn into costly repairs because they weren't caught early en...

Honestly, sounds like classic water hammer or maybe some trapped air pockets—both pretty common and usually manageable without calling in the cavalry....

Totally agree on the value of trees, but speaking from experience, trenchless pipe repair isn't always a long-term solution. It can work wonders tempo...

Good points there, automatic shut-offs definitely add peace of mind. I've installed plenty, and they've saved homeowners from some nasty surprises. Bu...