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RE: Under Sink Hookup vs. Dedicated Drain Line: Which Is Better for Dishwashers?
Ran into this exact issue when I was trying to save a few bucks on my last kitchen update. High loop seemed fine, but after a year or two, gross water backed up into the dishwasher and it was a pain to clean out. Ended u...
RE: Burst pipe panic: what would you do?
Tagging the valve really does make a difference. I learned that the hard way during a winter freeze a couple years back - pipes burst in the crawlspace and I was running around like a headless chicken trying to remember ...
RE: Keeping Pipes Safe and My Sanity Intact
Haha, glad I'm not the only one who waits till something goes wrong to check stuff around the house. Last year my pipes froze too, and I ended up spending way more than I wanted on repairs. Learned my lesson though - now...
RE: Plumbing hacks to keep your pipes happy all year round
Steel wool's been my go-to as well, especially since it's cheap and easy to find. Another tip - if you're sealing around pipes that get hot, make sure the silicone caulk you use is heat-resistant. Learned that after regu...