I’ve noticed the same thing—push-to-connects do seem to bite down harder on PEX. I chalk it up to the slight flex in the tubing, but I’ve never had on...

Not saying you’re wrong about hunting for leaks, but sometimes it’s not just the hoses or plumbing. That’s great if you spot it, but I’ve seen musty ...

Yeah, duct boosters can be a bit of a band-aid if the real problem’s deeper in the system. I’ve seen folks spend good money on those fans, only to fin...

Painter's tape does keep things neat, but honestly, durability-wise, I haven't noticed any real difference between taped and freehand silicone seals. ...

Color-coding's handy for sure, but honestly, nothing beats a laminated cheat sheet taped inside the utility box. Saved me more than once when tags got...

Yeah, exactly—seen that plenty of times. One homeowner had to clear leaves out weekly in fall...talk about a chore. Still, greywater setups can surpri...

Yeah, expansion vessels are sneaky culprits for sure. Another thing I've seen a lot is the pressure relief valve dripping just enough to drop pressure...