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RE: How far beyond a pipe leak should a repair extend?
Suppose the newly exposed pipe still shows deterioration beyond the leak: I’d extend the cut until the remaining pipe appears sound, rather than stop at the original leak boundary. Then I’d decide separately whether a co...
RE: just swapped out my old toilet - anyone else surprised how easy it was?
I wouldn’t set a magic cutoff: I’d want it to stay dry through repeated ordinary use, and I’d feel more confident after a few uneventful weeks than right after the install. That’s a practical confidence check, not a guar...
RE: How should a dishwasher installation quote separate basic hookup from extra work?
One distinction on the permit line: “permit fees excluded” doesn’t say who’s responsible for arranging the permit. Ask the installer to state who determines whether one is required, who submits the application, and wheth...