- Insulation is a game changer, for sure. We put in underfloor heating when we renovated and skipped proper insulation at first—big mistake. Fixed it ...

Totally get the appeal of paint pens—I've used them myself, especially on outdoor shutoffs where labels just peel off after a season or two. But yeah,...

- Totally agree on the “eco” cabinets—some are just glorified cardboard. Once they puff up, it’s usually a lost cause. - Couldn’t have said it better...

Title: Boiler Plumbing’s a Headache—Support vs. Dampeners? Yeah, I hear you on the vibration dampeners. Honestly, I’ve always leaned toward just tigh...

Good call on the camera inspection, saved us a ton of guesswork last year. I'd also suggest: - Checking your landscaping—certain trees (like willows)...

Plumber's tape is handy, but honestly, I've found pipe dope to be more reliable in the long run. Tape sometimes bunches or tears, especially if you're...

Good points all around. A couple things I'd add from experience: - If you're already pulling tiles, might as well check behind the drywall for moistu...

I've mostly stuck with wired setups myself—just fewer headaches overall. Wireless is tempting for convenience, but I hate troubleshooting random dropo...

Good points mentioned above—definitely inspect for corrosion first. If things look decent and you do decide to flush it yourself, a few practical tips...