Honestly, I’ve seen more than a few pro fixes go sideways—sometimes it’s just a fancier patch with a bigger bill. If your DIY repair is holding up aft...

Enzyme cleaners are decent for keeping things flowing if you use them regularly, but don’t expect miracles on a stubborn clog. I’ve tried them a few t...

Good call on sealing the grout—definitely worth the effort. Just to add a bit from my experience: if you're sealing grout yourself, make sure the grou...

You're right to wonder about the volume of water—most folks don't realize how sensitive septic systems can be to sudden influxes, even if you're using...

Yep, batteries are usually the first thing I check too. But if those are good, next step I'd suggest is popping off the thermostat cover and checking ...

Connecting multiple barrels definitely helps with overflow issues—I've set up a few systems like that, and it's pretty straightforward. Just make sure...

You're spot on about laundry water being the easiest place to start—definitely less risky than kitchen or shower water. If anyone's thinking about it,...

Good points about enzyme cleaners, they've saved me from a few plumbing headaches too. One thing I'd add: if you're dealing with hair regularly, try i...