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RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code - how I do it
Honestly, hard water’s been the bane of my existence in a couple of my rentals. I used to think just swapping out shutoffs every few years was good enough, but after a few “surprise” leaks and one nightmare where the mai...
RE: Why does my hot water sometimes sound like popcorn?
You nailed it about the anode rod - first time I saw one, I thought it was broken or something. Maintenance really does pay off in the long run, even if it feels like a hassle. I’ve seen folks ignore those sounds for yea...
RE: When your bathroom sink ends up off-center
Had to laugh at the “science experiment” comment - been there more times than I care to admit. I manage a couple of older duplexes and every time a tenant calls about a slow drain, I brace myself for what’s lurking under...
RE: LOW SHOWER PRESSURE: DOES THAT BOOSTER PUMP REALLY WORK?
Couldn’t agree more. I’ve seen people throw money at booster pumps and still end up with lousy pressure because the real culprit was decades-old galvanized pipe full of crud. Sometimes it’s not even the whole line - just...
RE: Gravel or pipe? Weird things I learned about backyard drainage
That’s spot on - skipping the fabric is just asking for headaches down the line. I’ve had tenants call about “mystery puddles” only to find the whole trench clogged with silt because someone thought landscape fabric was ...