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RE: When your basement smells like rotten eggs: weird facts about wastewater mishaps
I get what you mean about the smell lingering, but I honestly think concrete just holds onto odors way less than people think. Once the trap’s got water again and you air things out, it’s mostly in your head. I’d worry m...
RE: Finally got my bathroom reno approved - permit process wasn’t as scary as I thought
I’m with you on the “mildew-proof” caulk - feels like marketing hype more than anything. I tried a pricier eco-friendly brand last time, thinking it’d hold up better and be less toxic, but nope… still had to scrape it ou...
RE: Drips from the box vs. leaks at the connections - what’s worse?
I get what you’re saying, but I’d argue both are just as bad for different reasons. Connection leaks might be easier to spot, but they waste water and energy - especially if it’s hot water. That’s a double whammy for the...
RE: How often do you actually test your main water shut-off?
I get the “dad logic” thing - mine used to say, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” but then he’d also freak out if something got stuck. Personally, I’m in the “use it or lose it” camp. I give mine a turn every six months...
RE: Keeping your water heater running longer without breaking the bank
Totally get where you’re coming from - when I moved into my current place, I thought 120°F was the “eco-friendly sweet spot” and figured I’d be saving tons on my bill. But yeah, it was more like a lukewarm wake-up call t...