Replacing does make sense in a lot of cases, but honestly, I've seen epoxy repairs hold up surprisingly well—IF they're done right. The key is proper ...

Haha, been there, done that... twice. Another tip I'd add is to check your water pressure beforehand. If it's already high, an aerating head can actua...

You're spot on about checking the simpler stuff first—can't tell you how many times I've seen a thermostat acting possessed just because of a dusty se...

Been there, done that... drywall dust everywhere and nothing to show for it. Don't sweat it though, plumbing's half detective work and half guesswork ...

Haha, that's spot on. I've seen tenants practically sprint out of showers yelling like they're being chased by bees. Thermostatic valves are definitel...

Yeah, vinegar and baking soda are great for surface-level stuff, but deeper grease buildup usually needs something stronger. I've had luck pouring boi...

This is honestly a lifesaver. I used to scribble notes on the wall next to valves with a sharpie—thought I was being clever until I realized my handwr...

Totally agree on checking the valve first—seen plenty of folks jump straight to replacing anodes or whole tanks when a simple flush could've done wond...

Honestly, once you've seen the inside of enough pipes, shower water is practically pristine compared to what's already flowing through your toilet plu...

Haha, I get the hesitation, but honestly, if it's composted properly, it's totally safe even for veggies. Still, I understand the mental block—maybe s...