- Totally get the paranoia about leaks—water damage is no joke. - I went with braided hoses too, but skipped the smart valves. Just felt like too mu...

Yeah, I’m with you—flushing every couple months seems about right, but I’ve noticed it really depends on what goes down the drain. I stick to basic de...

Good points there, but honestly, climbing onto the roof is a no-go for me—too risky. I'd rather spend a bit extra on a pro with a camera or snake than...

Been there myself—it's like a battle between stubbornness and practicality, right? A couple thoughts from someone who hates spending money unless it's...

Had a similar scare last winter—pipes froze overnight, thankfully didn't burst. Learned my lesson: - Insulate pipes properly (cheap foam sleeves save...

Fluidmaster's decent, but a heads-up from experience: - Check your water pressure—high pressure can kill even good seals fast. - Consider adding a wat...