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RE: Dripping taps driving me nuts - why is it never a quick fix?
That’s the truth. I keep wondering if it’s just me overthinking, or do these kits really not fit half the taps out there? Is there some trick to figuring out which part actually goes where, or is it just trial and error ...
RE: Finally got my bathroom reno approved - permit process wasn’t as scary as I thought
Funny how you think you know what’s behind your walls until you actually look, right? I swear, every time I take something apart, I find at least one “surprise” that makes me question the sanity of whoever did the last r...
RE: Need some advice on choosing new plumbing fixtures
I’ve been burned by cheap fixtures too, but I still get a bit skeptical about paying double just for a “name” brand. That’s probably true, but how do you actually know if a cartridge is going to be easy to find five or ...
RE: When your heater acts up: quick fixes that saved my winter
So there isn't a useful number of days to call an improvised switch repair safe. The real question is whether the part is correctly repaired and the control still works as intended. I'd want that established before runni...
RE: Under Sink Hookup vs. Dedicated Drain Line: Which Is Better for Dishwashers?
I get what you’re saying about maintenance being the real deciding factor. I’m still figuring out what’s “normal” for a house, but I’ve already had to clear a minor clog from our under-sink setup and it was way more anno...
RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down
Honestly, I’m starting to wonder if those washers are just designed to fail after a while. I replaced mine last month and it already looks a bit worn out. Is it just me, or do the cheap ones not last at all? I get the bu...
RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick
I get the appeal of snapping pics for quick reference, but does anyone else worry about losing track of them? I tried taking photos of my shutoff valves and water heater settings, but when I actually needed them, I could...