georgecollector
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RE: When a plunger just isn't enough
When A Plunger Just Isn't Enough Those wipes are the bane of my existence. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve been called out for a “simple clog” and ended up elbow-deep in what looks like a science experiment gone ...
RE: When a plunger just isn't enough
Been there - old pipes are a gamble every time. I once tried to muscle a stubborn clog out of a 70s-era kitchen drain and ended up with a hairline crack in the trap. Water everywhere, and of course it was after midnight....
RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down
Had a similar thing happen last winter - thought I could outsmart the buildup with every trick in the book. That’s exactly what got me too. It’s wild how those tiny minerals can just wreck stuff from the inside out. Som...
RE: When your bathroom sink ends up off-center
Funny thing, I once tried slapping a bunch of waterproofing on a new vanity base before putting it in, thinking I’d outsmart any future leaks. It helped for a bit, but honestly, if water finds a way, it’ll get in eventua...
RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons
Plumbing Tips That Change With The Seasons Funny you mention the raccoons - last winter I patched a crawlspace vent with foam, thinking I was clever, and by spring there was a raccoon-sized hole right through it. Guess ...
RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons
That’s the truth - mice treat that stuff like it’s an all-you-can-eat snack bar. I’ve seen them tunnel right through it, leaving little foam confetti everywhere. Steel wool and caulk combo is solid, though I’ve had mixed...