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RE: Switching out a tub for a walk-in shower: copper vs. PEX pipes?
I get where you’re coming from. The first time I swapped out copper for PEX on a job, I kept checking the joints every week like I was waiting for something to go wrong. Old habits die hard, I guess. In my experience, mo...
RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down
Honestly, I’ve seen way fewer issues with the heavier metal ones over the years. Had a client with a plastic head that literally shot off mid-shower - luckily no one got hurt, but it made me rethink those “budget” option...
RE: Under sink vs. countertop filters: which is less hassle to install?
Had a customer once who tried to force a countertop filter onto a weirdly shaped faucet - ended up with a leaky adapter and a chipped sink. Honestly, I get the appeal of countertop filters for renters or folks who move a...
RE: WHEN YOUR TUB WON'T DRAIN: DIY FIXES THAT ACTUALLY WORK?
Yeah, those hand-crank snakes are a solid choice, especially if you’re not comfortable taking apart the trap. I’ve seen too many folks end up with leaks after reassembling pipes in a rush. Slow and steady with a snake is...
RE: Kitchen Sink Money Drain: How Much Did You Spend Replacing Yours?
Metal liners always seemed like overkill to me too, until I saw what a slow leak did behind my aunt’s sink - by the time she noticed, the whole cabinet bottom was mush. I’m with you on the hidden mold; it’s sneaky stuff....
RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick
Those key tags are a clever workaround. I’ve tried the sticky notes too, but in my experience, they’re just a magnet for dust and moisture - especially in older basements. One time, I had a client who labeled everything ...
RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons
I’ve run into the same thing with condensation, especially in those shoulder seasons. Sometimes the cheaper foam sleeves just don’t cut it - if there’s any gap, moisture finds its way in. I’ve started doubling up in the ...
RE: Why does swapping out a busted ice maker cost so much?
It’s wild how much things have changed, right? I remember working on older fridges where you could just pop off a panel, undo a couple screws, and the whole ice maker would slide right out. These days, I feel like I spen...