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juliew71
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RE: What makes a beginner plumbing tool kit quote worth it?
For a beginner, I’d lean toward a small set for routine faucet or sink work rather than paying for a broad assortment up front. A basin wrench may be worth adding if a planned job involves hard-to-reach faucet nuts; othe...
RE: When is it time to ditch your old water heater?
Couldn’t agree more with the bit about not tossing a heater just because it’s “old.” Age alone isn’t a reason if you’re keeping an eye on things. I’m with you - sediment is sneaky. Flushing mine every year made a big dif...
RE: Best ways to deal with slow drains at home?
Yeah, dental floss is a nightmare for drains - had to fish out a wad once that looked like it could’ve been a bird’s nest. I do the baking soda and vinegar trick too, but I always make sure to pour the boiling water slow...
RE: What do you keep on hand for sudden sewer backups?
I totally get the tarp thing - mine’s just an old shower curtain, but it’s saved my basement floor more than once. I’m a little paranoid about germs, so I keep a stash of disposable shoe covers with my backup kit. Not th...
RE: Gravel Vs. Corrugated Pipe: Which Works Better For Drain Fixes?
I hear you on the back pain - moving gravel is no joke. One thing I’d add for anyone tackling this: watch your trench depth and slope. I made the mistake of not double-checking my grade with a level, and water pooled in ...