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jeffsnowboarder
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RE: When is it time to ditch your old water heater?
Yeah, 16 years is pretty impressive for a water heater - most folks start seeing issues closer to the 10-12 year mark. That rumbling is usually sediment build-up, and once it gets to that point, flushing doesn’t always h...
RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons
I hear you on the “all-weather” claims - some of those tapes barely make it through one freeze, let alone a full winter. I’ve had better luck sticking with brands that actually list their temp ratings and pipe compatibil...
RE: Quick fixes for middle-of-the-night bathroom leaks
Couldn’t agree more about the tape. It’s one of those things you don’t really appreciate until you’re crawling under a sink at some ungodly hour, trying to keep a flood from spreading. I’ve had mixed luck with the spray ...