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RE: Touchless taps and other faucet surprises
That’s actually a good point. I helped install one at my aunt’s house and her kids started washing up way more too. Didn’t expect that side effect. Still not sure I trust the sensors long-term, though...
RE: Why does swapping out a busted ice maker cost so much?
Those “universal” kits are a joke sometimes. I tried one that claimed it’d fit any fridge - ended up wrestling with the fittings for an hour, and still had to run to the hardware store for an adapter. It’s wild how a $10...
RE: My Pipes Burst at 2 AM - Ever Had a Midnight Plumbing Nightmare?
Honestly, I’m with you on that - sometimes all the gadgets just make me second-guess what I’m seeing. But I gotta admit, after crawling under a sink at 3 AM and getting soaked, I started keeping a cheap leak alarm around...
RE: Need some advice on choosing new plumbing fixtures
Yeah, I’ve noticed that too. The foam sleeves are everywhere in the supply room, but I always thought they were more about keeping the hot water hot (and maybe saving a few bucks on the bill) than actually quieting thing...