WHEN TO REPLACE PIPES: NOT ALWAYS A “WHILE YOU’RE IN THERE” SITUATION I get where you’re coming from—nobody wants to deal with a midnight flood or ...

You’re right about the commercial cleaners—they can be surprisingly effective when the homemade stuff just isn’t cutting it. I’ve seen plenty of dishw...

I’ve run into that exact issue more times than I can count. The spot where the shower arm threads into the wall fitting (usually a drop-ear elbow) is ...

I get where you’re coming from—wax rings have been the go-to for ages, and they do handle a lot of the weirdness you find in older homes. But I’ve act...

Insurance paperwork is a nightmare, no doubt about it. I’ve seen more damage from slow leaks than from the big, dramatic pipe bursts—at least with a b...

I get where you’re coming from—apps have come a long way, and they’re great for basic troubleshooting or even some intermediate stuff. But when you’re...

Had a similar issue a couple years back—pipes rattling like crazy whenever the heat kicked on. Padding helped a bit, but honestly, rerouting one secti...

Installing a water softener definitely helps in many cases, especially if your water supply is naturally hard. But sometimes buildup isn't just about ...

Couldn't agree more about pressure-assist models—I've seen them cause more headaches than they're worth, especially in older plumbing setups. Water-sa...

I couldn't agree more with this approach. A few years back, I tried digitizing all my plumbing documentation using a detailed software tool—seemed pro...

Tempered glass shelves are definitely a solid choice—good call on that. I've seen plenty of bathrooms with bamboo or wooden shelving that look fantast...

Good points raised here. I'd stress that insulating pipes alone isn't enough if they're exposed to really harsh conditions. Heat tape is effective, bu...