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johnw65
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RE: Keeping your water heater running longer without breaking the bank
Swapping out that plastic drain valve is a solid move - those things are notorious for leaking or snapping off at the worst times. One thing I’d add: don’t forget to check the temperature and pressure relief valve every ...
RE: Keeping your water heater running longer without breaking the bank
I get where you’re coming from on skipping the water softener, but I’ve seen a lot of tanks in hard water areas that just don’t last, no matter how often folks flush them. Flushing definitely helps with sediment, but it ...
RE: How much would you pay to fix water damage from a burst pipe?
I get where you’re coming from. I’ve seen SharkBites hold up fine in a pinch, but I’m with you - if it’s behind a wall or somewhere you don’t want to open up again, I’d rather sweat copper and know it’s solid. Had a job ...
RE: WHEN YOUR LAWN TURNS INTO A SWAMP AFTER EVERY RAINSTORM
Couldn’t agree more. I’ve seen a few folks get so focused on getting the water off their own property that they end up just shifting the headache to someone else - or worse, back at their own basement. It’s wild how easy...
RE: Kitchen sink disaster - DIY or call a plumber?
I get where you’re coming from - no sense calling someone in for a drip if you’re comfortable poking around under the sink. Like you said, That’s true most of the time, but I’ve seen folks get tripped up by what seems l...
RE: When your bathroom sink ends up off-center
That’s spot on - slow leaks are sneaky. I’ll add, when you’re dealing with an off-center sink, it’s tempting to reach for flex tails, but I’ve seen way too many of those clog up or start leaking after a year or two. If y...