mariot13
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RE: When your heater ignores the thermostat: what would you do?

Yeah, I’ve been there too. It’s wild how often it’s just a clogged filter or a loose wire. I always check the basics now—saves time and money. Overthi...

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RE: Why does swapping out a busted ice maker cost so much?

I’ve had similar luck with universal kits too. Honestly, the OEM parts always seem overpriced and not much better, if at all. I’d rather spend the ext...

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RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick

Yeah, been there. Universal isn’t always universal, right? For eco-friendly plumbing, I usually check GreenPlumbersUSA and sometimes the Greywater Act...

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RE: Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps—what would you do?

Underground traps are a pain in winter, no doubt, but I actually prefer them for the long haul. The in-kitchen ones always seem to stink up the place,...

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RE: Getting more hot water from my solar heater—what am I missing?

Honestly, I wouldn’t stress about it. Using the booster when you need to just makes sense—nobody wants a cold shower. I’ve had to do the same after a ...

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RE: Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps—what would you do?

Honestly, I get the appeal of keeping things simple, but in-kitchen grease traps are just a pain long-term. Even with regular checks, they stink up th...

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RE: Thinking about swapping to a pedestal sink—tips or regrets?

Pedestal sinks look great and save space, but storage can become a real headache. Switched to one last year, and now I'm constantly juggling toiletrie...

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RE: toilet disaster strikes again... help needed asap

Yeah, totally agree with this. Plastic guards never lasted long for me either, and honestly, they're just more plastic waste in the end. I switched to...

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RE: just read about a guy flooding his house trying to DIY install bathroom fixtures

Torque wrench does sound like overkill, but pliers on plastic fittings make me cringe a bit...I've cracked one before doing that. Hand-tightening firm...

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RE: WATER EVERYWHERE AND NO PLUMBER IN SIGHT—WHAT NOW?

Knowing the shut-off valve is key, definitely learned that one the hard way myself. Another quick tip—keep a roll of waterproof plumber's tape handy. ...

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