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RE: Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps—what would you do?

I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve had the opposite experience with in-kitchen units. Here’s my take: - True, but I’ve seen staff ignore them ...

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RE: Getting more hot water from my solar heater—what am I missing?

- Storage tank size is a big one—ran into that myself with a 120L tank for a rental, which just wasn’t enough for a family of four in winter. - Hard w...

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RE: Drain upkeep tips after seeing that crazy news story

- Drain snakes have saved me hundreds, if not more, over the years—definitely worth the mess. - Tried those enzyme packs in multiple rentals. Mixed re...

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RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick

I’ve tried the clear packing tape trick too, and it does help the labels last longer, especially in those crawlspaces where nothing stays dry. One thi...

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RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons

Been there, unfortunately...and learned the hard way that a quick visual check isn't always enough. Now I also make sure tenants understand basic sign...

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RE: Plumber emergency: DIY quick fixes or call the pros?

I've actually used the fiberglass wraps a couple times. Quick thoughts: - They do hold surprisingly well for minor leaks, but I wouldn't trust them l...

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RE: WHAT IF YOUR PIPES STARTED TALKING BACK?

Had a similar thing happen at one of my older properties a couple years back. Tenant swore the pipes were haunted or something—said they were whisperi...

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RE: Thinking about swapping to a pedestal sink—tips or regrets?

I've had pedestal sinks in a few rentals, and yeah, storage can be tricky. A couple thoughts: - Wall-mounted looks sleek but still won't solve your s...

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RE: Thermostat acting weird, DIY fix or call a pro?

Agreed, dust alone usually won't cause random mode switching. A few things I've noticed from experience: - Loose wiring connections behind the thermo...

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RE: drain inspection cams: wired vs wireless, what's your pick?

Exactly my experience—had a wireless cam die halfway through checking a tenant's clogged drain once, total nightmare. Wired cams are reliable, but eve...

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