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RE: Finally ditched the black tank: my dry loo journey
Man, the vent seal thing is wild - one minute you think you’ve got a fortress, next thing you know, you’re sniff-testing every corner like a bloodhound. Had a similar episode last fall. I’d patched up what I thought was ...
RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code - how I do it
Totally get where you’re coming from about not yanking out every single pipe with a bit of green fuzz. If I replaced every old copper line that looked a little crusty, I’d have run out of money and patience years ago. A ...
RE: When your water heater goes rogue: quick fixes and hacks
Yeah, water’s got a sixth sense for finding its way around any “clever” tricks we try. I’ve seen more than a few sensors perched on bricks or blocks, and it’s always the same story - water just laughs and goes right unde...
RE: Finally got rid of those kitchen clogs for good
That grease jar trick is underrated. People laugh, but it’s a lifesaver. I’ve seen folks try to flush everything short of a pizza box down the drain - never ends well. And yeah, overtightening those nuts is a classic roo...
RE: Spin cycle issues: unplug and reset or dive straight into the filter?
I hear you on the paranoia - one time I tried to fish out a coin with a butter knife and nearly took out a wire. Not my finest moment. Now I stick to plastic chopsticks or just my fingers, even if it means getting a litt...
RE: WHEN HOT SHOWERS TURN LUKEWARM: DEALING WITH TEMPERAMENTAL WATER HEATERS
Yeah, hard water will eat those anode rods for breakfast. Folks act surprised when their “10-year” tank croaks at year five, but it’s usually the minerals doing the dirty work. I’ve seen tanks so caked with scale you cou...
RE: Quick fixes for surprise water disasters - does pipe tape actually work?
Couldn’t agree more - tape’s like the duct tape of plumbing: gets you out of a jam, but you’re rolling the dice. I’ve had silicone tape hold on PVC for a weekend, but copper? Not so much. Ever tried those epoxy putty sti...