Rain barrels can be decent, but honestly, I've found greywater systems way more practical long-term. Setup can be tricky initially, but once dialed in...

Glad you found success with the rubber strips—I had a similar experience. One extra tip: wrapping some plumber's tape around pipe hangers can also hel...

Definitely agree on checking vents—it's often overlooked. Another thing I'd suggest is installing heat tape on any exposed pipes, especially those nea...

Copper pipes actually hold up pretty well outdoors, especially if you give them a quick coat of clear sealant first. I made a trellis from leftover pl...

I switched to potassium chloride about two years ago after similar concerns. Honestly, it does seem gentler on my plants and lawn—no more brown patche...

From my experience, solar water heaters can definitely pay off, but it depends a lot on your local climate and setup. Installed one about five years a...