marleyactivist
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RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick

Had the same issue with an old toilet last year. Reverse image search was useless—kept pulling up random stuff from overseas that looked nothing like ...

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RE: When is it time to swap out old pipes?

Totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve been patching up leaks in my own place for a couple years now, and honestly, it’s starting to feel like thr...

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

Honestly, the smell is what kills it for me with in-kitchen traps. I tried to save money by going that route, but after a few months, I was lighting c...

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RE: Under sink vs. countertop filters: which is less hassle to install?

Had the same issue with an under-sink install in my old place—one stubborn valve and suddenly I’m knee-deep in a mess. Countertop filters aren’t prett...

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RE: Quick fixes for surprise water disasters—does pipe tape actually work?

Yeah, learned that one the hard way with a kitchen faucet leak. Tried to save a few bucks with pipe tape—didn’t hold up for long. Ended up swapping th...

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RE: green plumbing showdown: greywater recycling vs rainwater harvesting

Rainwater harvesting’s been way easier for me than messing with greywater. I just put screens on the tank inlets to keep out leaves and bugs, and I ha...

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RE: why is documenting plumbing connections such a nightmare?

I get what you mean about digital being easier. I’ve tried both, and honestly, keeping track of photos in my phone is still kind of a pain. Maybe I’m...

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RE: Water pressure woes—anyone else dealt with this?

Had a similar headache last year—pressure would spike outta nowhere, and the pipes sounded like they were throwing a tantrum. Turned out my regulator ...

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RE: anyone tried sustainable plumbing upgrades at home?

Aerators were an easy win for me too—cheap, quick, and no noticeable drop in pressure. Dual-flush kits though...ugh. I installed one thinking it'd be ...

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