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RE: Finally got my bathroom reno approved - permit process wasn’t as scary as I thought
Title: Finally got my bathroom reno approved - permit process wasn’t as scary as I thought That sounds about right. Inspectors can be really particular about certain things and then breeze past others you’d expect the...
RE: Switching out a tub for a walk-in shower: copper vs. PEX pipes?
Metal plates are a must - I’ve seen too many “mystery leaks” traced back to a rogue screw. I’m with you on the UV thing, though. Even with insulation, I sometimes wonder if it’s enough in a sunny spot. Anyone ever tried ...
RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code - how I do it
That’s a solid system with the phone reminders - honestly, anything that keeps those “I’ll get to it later” jobs from falling off the radar is worth trying. I’ve been guilty of letting a temporary patch ride for way too ...
RE: Saving water in the shower actually worked for me
That’s the truth right there. I always tell folks - don’t just trust the gadgets, get your hands dirty every now and then. Quick tip: when you’re saving water in the shower, take a minute to check the caulking and grout....
RE: When your heater acts up: quick fixes that saved my winter
WHEN YOUR HEATER ACTS UP: QUICK FIXES THAT SAVED MY WINTER That towel trick is a classic - I've seen it done a hundred times, and honestly, it works in a pinch, but yeah, the mold risk is real. Shrink-wrap plastic is a ...
RE: Half flush never seems to work right - am I missing something?
Half Flush Never Seems To Work Right - Am I Missing Something? Man, I’ve been there - spent a whole Saturday once trying to get the float just right, thinking I’d cracked the code. Turns out, sometimes it’s the flapper ...
RE: Burst pipe panic: what would you do?
Totally get the nerves around sweating copper, especially in cramped spots. For push-to-connects, I always do this: mark the pipe where the fitting should stop, use a pipe cutter (not a hacksaw - those leave burrs), then...
RE: green plumbing showdown: greywater recycling vs rainwater harvesting
Rain barrels definitely have their quirks, but I think a lot of the gunk issues can be managed if you tweak the setup a bit. I know you mentioned mesh guards not working out, but have you tried a first flush diverter? It...