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RE: Ever Wondered What's Really Lurking in Your Sewer Pipes?
That’s a useful silver lining. I’d be more open to one look if it might make better habits stick, but I’d still rather have a plumber show me the useful takeaway than watch every close-up detail. The practical lesson cou...
RE: Touchless taps and other faucet surprises
- Had a Moen touchless in the kitchen for about three years. Worked fine until the sensor started acting up - sometimes it’d just randomly turn on at 2am. - Swapped it for a regular lever and honestly, haven’t missed t...
RE: How much would you pay to fix water damage from a burst pipe?
Not sure I’m sold on the sensors yet. Here’s my take: - If you keep up with regular checks - look under sinks, around the water heater, laundry, etc. - you can usually catch leaks before they get out of hand. - Pipes do...
RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code - how I do it
Foam sleeves have been my go-to for a while, especially on the old copper lines in my crawlspace. I get what you mean about “every ‘fix’ just creates a new thing to worry about...” because I’ve had that exact thought aft...
RE: Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps - what would you do?
Honestly, I’m not sold on the underground traps being “set and forget.” Had one at my last place - sure, less day-to-day hassle, but when something did go wrong, it was a nightmare to fix. Plus, those pump-outs aren’t ch...
RE: Kitchen sink disaster - DIY or call a plumber?
- Been there, done that - those pipes can really surprise you when you start taking things apart. - Sometimes you think it’ll be a quick fix, then you hit a spot where the threads just crumble. - If you’re seeing crust...
RE: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots
Yeah, that’s been my experience too. I tried pouring a concrete curb around my garden beds - thought it’d be the end of it. Nope. Bamboo just found the tiniest crack and started popping up again. Only thing that’s worked...
RE: Getting That Stubborn Dishwasher Working Again Without Calling a Repair Guy
Totally agree on the spray arm - clogs sneak up fast. I actually use a paperclip instead of a toothpick ’cause it’s sturdier. Also, don’t forget to check the filter at the bottom. Pulled out a chunk of pasta once... pret...