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jackwanderer88
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RE: How do you handle the dirty work: DIY or call in the pros?
I hear you, but I still get nervous messing with anything water-related. Last time I tried to fix a leaky faucet, I ended up making it worse and had to call someone anyway. Maybe it’s just me, but I feel like one wrong m...
RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons
I used to think the foam sleeves were overkill too, but after my first winter here, I get it. Had a pipe freeze in the laundry room - didn’t burst, but it was close. Now I’m layering up like it’s a ski trip. Still not co...
RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code - how I do it
Aluminum tags, huh? Never would’ve thought of that, but it actually makes a lot of sense. I tried the painter’s tape thing too and yeah, it was a mess after one winter - labels just turned into sticky blue mush. I’m with...
RE: My Pipes Burst at 2 AM - Ever Had a Midnight Plumbing Nightmare?
Labeling valves is one of those things I never thought about until I bought this place. First time I had a leak under the kitchen sink, I just panicked and shut off the main... then realized I couldn’t flush the toilet o...