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RE: Finally ditched the black tank: my dry loo journey
That possum story made me wince - I had a squirrel chew through a flex duct once and it was a whole ordeal. You’re spot on about foam wrap; it’s basically critter bait if there’s any moisture. Stainless mesh is pricey, b...
RE: What if you skipped a year of solar water heater upkeep?
Honestly, I used to think missing a year wouldn’t matter much either, but after seeing what hard water did to my neighbor’s setup, I’m way more cautious now. Here’s my little checklist: check the anode rod yearly, flush ...
RE: Quick fixes for middle-of-the-night bathroom leaks
Epoxy putty sticks actually work pretty well for small leaks, especially if you can get the pipe dry-ish first. I used one on a slow drip under my sink - held up for a couple days until I could swap the fitting. Just mak...