That’s the kicker, isn’t it? I’ve swapped out more “eco” flush valves than I care to admit because tenants kept complaining about double flushing. Som...

I get the urge to call a pro when things look dicey, but honestly, half the time it’s just intimidation. I’ve had tenants freak out over a leaky trap ...

I hear you on the dual-flush headaches. I’ve swapped out more of those “eco” flush valves than I care to admit, and honestly, most of them just don’t ...

I hear you—those water-saving toilets sound great on paper, but in practice, especially with older plumbing, they can be a real headache. I’ve had a f...

Biodegradable zip ties—now that’s something I’d like to see actually work in a damp basement. I’ve tried a few “eco” options, but honestly, most of th...

I’ve had a couple tenants try to “just keep an eye on it” after spotting rust, and it never ends well. Once that base starts corroding, you’re basical...

Totally relate to that feeling—boilers have a special talent for making even experienced folks question their sanity. Had a tenant call me once saying...

Totally relate to the phantom drip scenario—spent way too many evenings hunting down mystery noises myself. Foam insulation strips work wonders, but s...

Interesting approach with the hardware cloth—makes sense given your pine needle issue. I've had decent luck with aluminum gutter guards myself, since ...

Smoke bombs, huh? I've actually seen plumbers use that method before, and while it does sound dramatic, it's surprisingly effective. Peppermint might ...