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RE: Half flush never seems to work right - am I missing something?
Title: Half flush never seems to work right - am I missing something? You’re preaching to the choir here. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve walked into a “modern” bathroom, only to find out the so-called eco system i...
RE: Need some advice on choosing new plumbing fixtures
Honestly, if tenants wiped after every use, I’d have to check if they were robots. Brushed nickel looks nice at first but in my experience, it’s just as prone to water spots as anything else - maybe worse if you’ve got h...
RE: When your water heater goes rogue: quick fixes and hacks
That’s the truth. I used to think every bit of sediment was a ticking time bomb, but after dealing with a few properties, I’ve learned that most heaters will soldier on just fine with a little buildup. Forcing anything w...
RE: Need some advice on choosing new plumbing fixtures
I hear you about the vinegar - been there, ruined that finish. The “quick fix” curse strikes again. Honestly, I’ve learned the hard way that a little patience upfront saves a lot of cursing later. You’re spot-on about ce...
RE: WHEN YOUR LAWN TURNS INTO A SWAMP AFTER EVERY RAINSTORM
WHEN YOUR LAWN TURNS INTO A SWAMP AFTER EVERY RAINSTORM I hear you on the “feeding the worms” part. I tried topdressing with compost at one of my rentals, thinking it’d magically fix the drainage - ended up with fatter ...
RE: Kitchen Sink Money Drain: How Much Did You Spend Replacing Yours?
I get the urge to leave well enough alone, but sometimes “good enough” is just putting off the inevitable. I’ve learned the hard way that a drip under the sink can turn into a flood at 2 a.m. when you’ve got tenants. Swa...