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RE: Shower temperature swings: cartridge or supply pressure problem?
The timed-flow check should include the showerhead and any inlet screens before condemning the cartridge. Scale or debris can restrict flow enough that a pressure-balancing valve reacts to small supply changes, even when...
RE: When the pipes don’t fit: a plumbing adventure
I hear you on the copper shavings - those things get everywhere, and if you’re not careful, they’ll end up clogging your drain or scratching your hands. I’m pretty cautious about this stuff, so here’s what’s worked for m...
RE: That weird hissing sound behind the bathroom door...
Totally get where you’re coming from - those little noises can be sneaky expensive if you ignore them. I’m all for checking the obvious stuff first before tearing into walls. A quick look at the shutoff valves and under ...
RE: Finally got my bathroom reno approved - permit process wasn’t as scary as I thought
I totally get the hesitation with dials - had a similar mishap with an old-school fan heater and a stubborn thermostat. As for those “learning” humidity sensors, I’ve been using one for about a year in our main bath (old...
RE: That weird hissing sound behind the bathroom door...
Had a similar thing happen last year - turned out to be the fill valve, just like you mentioned. My water bill nearly doubled before I caught it. Here’s what I do now: first, I listen to see if the hissing stops after a ...
RE: When your heater acts up: quick fixes that saved my winter
That’s pretty much the same balancing act I’ve had to do. For me, 35% seems about right too, but I’ll admit, sometimes it dips closer to 32% when the temps really drop and I get nervous about mold or rot around the sills...
RE: How strong do you like your bidet spray?
That’s exactly why I always double-check the fittings and go for braided stainless if I can swing it. Plastic just makes me nervous, especially after seeing what a leak can do to flooring. As for spray strength, I’m with...