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RE: When Your Fancy Toilet Sprayer Has a Mind of Its Own
Honestly, I’ve wondered the same thing about eco-friendly stuff - sometimes it feels like you’re just trading one problem for another. I haven’t found a “perfect” brand yet, but I’ve had better luck with metal fittings o...
RE: Green Drain Solutions: Baking Soda & Vinegar Vs. Enzyme Cleaners?
I get what you’re saying about “green” methods being mostly hype - - but I’m still curious if anyone’s had luck with enzyme cleaners for slow drains, especially over time. I tried the baking soda and vinegar combo a few...
RE: Drips from the box vs. leaks at the connections - what’s worse?
Leak detectors are a smart move, especially if you’re trying to avoid a big repair bill down the line. I’ve always wondered if the slow drips are actually worse in the long run, just because of the hidden mold and rot fa...
RE: Drips from the box vs. leaks at the connections - what’s worse?
I hear you on the compression fittings - those things always make me nervous, especially if I’ve had to move the machine for cleaning or whatever. But here’s a question: do you trust those braided hoses over the standard...
RE: When your pipes burst at 2am: what would you actually do?
I get what you’re saying about not always needing to spring for the “premium” ball valves, but I’m honestly not sure I’d trust a gate valve in a spot where I really need it to work on short notice. Like, yeah, if you kee...