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RE: When your heater acts up: quick fixes that saved my winter
I get where you’re coming from with the silicone tape - it does hold up better than friction tape, especially if you’ve got moisture issues. But I’ve run into problems with self-sealing tape slipping on older, painted pi...
RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually seen a decent difference when folks do a deep clean on the showerhead every few months - like soaking it in vinegar overnight. Filters can help, but if you don’t clear ou...
RE: Kitchen sink disaster - DIY or call a plumber?
That’s the trick right there. I’ve seen a lot of folks overdo it on those plastic nuts - hand tight is usually all you need. If you’re ever in doubt, I always recommend this quick check: 1. Hand-tighten the nut until it...
RE: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots
I hear you on the root barriers feeling a bit extreme, but after patching up a cracked sewer line for the third time, I had to bite the bullet. Here’s what worked for me: I dug a trench along the problem area, laid down ...