Honestly, a regular drain snake can handle a surprising amount of basement clogs—at least in my experience. I was pretty nervous the first time I trie...
Picking fixtures is one of those things that seems simple until you’re standing in the aisle, surrounded by a hundred shiny options, and suddenly you’...
Couldn’t agree more about water being sneaky. I’ll usually go for the DIY fix if it’s just the P-trap or a visible connection under the sink—tighten, ...
Definitely been there with the aerators—it's wild how much gunk can hide out in those things. I remember after our street had a water main break, ever...
I’ve definitely learned to check for the WaterSense label after a couple of duds. The first “eco” showerhead I tried was basically a drizzle—took fore...
Wall-mounts are a whole different beast. I swapped one in last year thinking I'd dodge the pedestal wobble, but getting the blocking right inside the ...
Yeah, I get that. I tried one of those “eco” showerheads and it was like standing under a leaky faucet. If you want to save water but keep decent pres...
Yeah, shutting off completely is definitely the way to go. I learned that the hard way changing out a kitchen faucet—thought I'd save time by just clo...
I've tried wax-coated tags before, and they're decent, but honestly, I ended up switching to plastic plant labels—the kind you write on with a permane...
True, cheaper fittings can work fine, but for valves, especially shut-off valves under sinks or toilets, I'd still lean toward mid-range. Had a cheap ...
Definitely agree on the duct sizing point—so many people overlook that. Another thing I've found useful is insulating the ducting itself...cuts conden...
Yeah, wax rings can be sneaky. One thing I've learned the hard way is to dry-fit everything first—no wax, no sealant, just set it all in place and che...
I've been using enzyme cleaners for a while now, and honestly, they're pretty solid for regular maintenance. I pour some down the kitchen sink about o...
Good advice on the shut-off valves, but honestly, sometimes those little valves under the sink are ancient and just won't budge no matter how much you...