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RE: Backflow preventer discharges when supply pressure changes
Where the water appears is a useful clue: discharge at the relief opening differs from a wet threaded joint, which may point to a connection leak, but neither location alone identifies the cause. Note when it starts and ...
RE: Under Sink Hookup vs. Dedicated Drain Line: Which Is Better for Dishwashers?
I get the concern about cross-contamination, but honestly, I’ve had my dishwasher hooked up with a high loop under the sink for years and never had any issues. The high loop does a decent job keeping stuff from backing u...
RE: When your heater acts up: quick fixes that saved my winter
Honestly, I’m still on the fence about those eco sprays. I’ve tried a couple and just ended up with sticky vents and a weird lemon-chemical smell that lingered for days. Maybe I just picked the wrong brand, but I keep co...
RE: Under Sink Hookup vs. Dedicated Drain Line: Which Is Better for Dishwashers?
Yeah, I’ve had to snake out the under-sink drain more times than I care to admit. Grease and food bits just build up way faster when the dishwasher’s hooked in there too. I get why folks stick with it though - dedicated ...
RE: My Pipes Burst at 2 AM - Ever Had a Midnight Plumbing Nightmare?
Couldn’t agree more. I used to put off labeling stuff too, thinking I’d remember. Yeah, right - try remembering which shutoff is which when water’s spraying everywhere. Anyone else end up with a “temporary” fix that turn...