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RE: Roots invading your pipes? Here's what worked for me
If discharge is your main concern, I’d favor fixing the entry point when practical over relying on repeated chemical treatment; that avoids making a treatment the long-term plan. If you’re more concerned about possible p...
RE: Keeping your water heater running longer without breaking the bank
I’m right there with you on the six-point sockets - tried using a twelve-point once and just ended up stripping the edges. Lesson learned. I’ve only done one flush so far (first year in this house), but I was surprised h...
RE: Half flush never seems to work right - am I missing something?
- - I’ve wondered the same thing. - From what I’ve read, the half flush is really just for, well... “number one.” Anything else and you’re basically guaranteed a second round. - I checked the water level and fl...
RE: What would you do if your septic tank alarm went off while you’re on vacation?
I get the logic behind just having someone do a quick check, but I’m a bit more cautious, maybe because I’m new to all this. Here’s where I’d push back a little: - Power cycling is fine, but if the alarm keeps coming ba...
RE: When your pipes burst at 2am: what would you actually do?
Couldn’t agree more about labeling. I thought I’d remember which valve did what - nope. Ended up shutting off the wrong one and had to mop up twice as much water. Cheap label maker was worth every penny. On the flashlig...
RE: Low-flow toilets: worth the hype or just a pain?
I get where you’re coming from, but I feel like the old pipes argument gets used as a blanket excuse a lot. Here’s my take after living with a low-flow in a 1960s house: - I did have some buildup, but after a basic auge...
RE: When your water heater goes rogue: quick fixes and hacks
- Totally agree on swapping out the insulation if it’s soaked. Tried drying it once - ended up with a musty smell and a rusty bottom after a year. Not worth the gamble in my book. - From what I’ve seen, even if you get i...