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RE: toilet nearly flooded my bathroom - thank god for this plunger thingy
I wouldn’t call them better overall from one successful clog; the seal you mentioned is a big part of the result. An accordion style may work well when it fits the opening and the clog responds to plunging, but if it doe...
RE: How do you handle the dirty work: DIY or call in the pros?
Honestly, you nailed it - water is where DIY dreams go to die. I’ve seen more “minor” leaks turn into full-blown disasters than I can count. People always think it’s just tightening a nut or swapping a washer, but old pl...
RE: Keeping your water heater running longer without breaking the bank
That’s been my experience too. I’ve pulled a few that looked rough but still technically worked… but if it’s not leaking or sticking, I leave it alone. Curious - anyone here ever actually had a T&P valve fail complet...