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RE: finally got my solar setup hooked into the plumbing
Whether tape or sealant belongs there depends on the joint: some threaded connections seal at the threads, while others seal with a washer, flare, or compression surface. Adding material where it isn’t specified can inte...
RE: Leak appears only when the fixture runs: supply line or drain?
For the appliance-hose possibility, does the leak begin during filling, or only when the pump is running? That can help distinguish an inlet-side connection from a pump-side hose or seal. Which appliance is it? The layou...
RE: What do you keep on hand for sudden sewer backups?
A GFCI tripping during wet cleanup is a reason to stop and check the equipment, not to bypass it. A surge strip protects against a different kind of electrical problem and doesn't replace GFCI protection. Don't operate ...
RE: Best ways to prep your home for sudden flooding?
- Test backup batteries on sump pumps - seen too many folks trust them and get burned. - Keep sandbags handy if you’re in a low spot. Saved my basement once. - Don’t forget to check for cracks in foundation walls. Even s...
RE: LOW SHOWER PRESSURE: DOES THAT BOOSTER PUMP REALLY WORK?
- Couldn’t agree more - booster pumps aren’t magic wands. If you’re starting with a trickle, you’ll just get a slightly faster trickle. - Always double-check for leaks before and after installing anything. Found out the ...
RE: Finally tackled my noisy pipes and feeling pretty proud
- Dealt with a similar mess under my kitchen sink last winter. Pipes would bang so loud it sounded like someone dropped a toolbox in the crawlspace. - First instinct was to just pad things up - old T-shirts, towels, ev...
RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick
Hand Tight Plus a Quarter Turn: Good Enough? - I’m with you on the overtightening issue - seen way more cracked PVC and stripped threads than leaks from being a bit too gentle. That “quarter turn” rule is solid, but I’l...
RE: When your bathroom sink ends up off-center
- Hand-tight is good advice, but I’ve seen too many leaks from folks not checking for that last little bit of snug. Always double-check for drips after running water for a few minutes. - Those “Tetris” setups under the s...