Good points on the solar-battery combo, but honestly, even with solar panels, heat pumps can be a bigger drain than most people realize. A lot depends...

Good points there—been through something similar myself. Couple things I'd add from experience: - Drainage mats are decent preventative measures, but...

Totally agree on the heat issue—seen folks warp plastic cartridges trying that. Couple extra tips from experience: - If drilling, start with a smaller...

Good point. Deeper roots might even be harder to detect until damage is done. Makes me wonder—are certain tree species less risky around septic system...

- Totally agree on silicone seals lasting longer—rubber ones degrade way too fast, especially with chlorine-treated water. - Vinegar's good, but I've ...

Good call on ditching the generic extender rings—I learned that one the hard way too. Those Set-Rite kits are solid, and double wax rings definitely a...

Haha, been there with the flashlight-in-mouth scenario—classic DIY initiation. A couple things I've learned from my own plumbing misadventures: - If ...

Good call on the root barriers—I went the same route after a nasty run-in with willow roots. Those things are like tentacles, seriously. I also share ...

Fair point, but honestly, if a fixture needs a cartoon to explain it clearly, maybe it's not intuitive enough? I've found tenants appreciate straightf...

Yeah, newer low-flow fixtures are definitely miles ahead of the old stuff. I swapped out faucets in my kitchen and bathroom last year, and it was surp...