Funny, I’ve noticed that stiffness too, especially if I skip cleaning for a while. I keep wondering if it’s just buildup from hard water or something ...

I've actually had the same worry about pressure testing—like, what if I’m just asking for trouble by pushing old pipes? But honestly, using a hand pum...

Honestly, I get the love for brass and stainless, but I’ve had some surprisingly good luck with certain plastics—especially PEX fittings. They’re way ...