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julienaturalist
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RE: Keeping your water heater running longer without breaking the bank
Yeah, that’s exactly my worry every time. I get why people like the “no torch” removers, but honestly, if the rod’s been in there for a decade, it’s almost always a wrestling match no matter what tool you use. I’ve tried...
RE: Restaurant kitchen shut down after messy plumbing fiasco - thoughts?
Honestly, I’ve never seen a place where regular label checks are actually on the schedule - at least not outside of some corporate setups where compliance is king. Most of the time, it’s exactly what you said: labels go ...
RE: Best ways to prep your home for sudden flooding?
I’ve had a couple rain barrels for a few years now, and honestly, they’re a mixed bag. They do collect a surprising amount of water, but you have to stay on top of cleaning out the screens and making sure the spigots don...
RE: How would I remove this stem to replace it?
I hear you on the torch thing - honestly, I just don’t trust open flame anywhere near old plumbing or weird materials. PB Blaster works, but I’ve had mixed luck with vinegar too; sometimes it’s just not aggressive enough...
RE: Cracked Sink Dilemma: DIY Kit or Professional Fix?
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had decent luck with a good-quality epoxy kit - at least as a stopgap. Maybe it’s just luck or the type of sink, but mine held up for almost two years before I finally re...