That’s the part that gets me—longevity is such a huge factor in sustainability, but it rarely gets enough attention. I’ve actually had to replace a se...

That’s interesting—pine straw’s not something I’ve tried, but it makes sense since it doesn’t mat down as much as mulch. Do you notice any difference ...

Towel barricades always felt like a stopgap to me, honestly. I tried the “towel wall” trick once when our kid managed to flush an entire roll of toile...

Honestly, I think it depends a lot on the kind of kit and how much use that sink gets. Some of those epoxy repairs can last ages, especially if you’re...

I’ve wondered about that too—how often are folks actually flushing their greywater lines? I do it every couple months, but sometimes I still get a bit...

Interesting about the silicone—I've actually moved away from using it around fixtures lately. Found it doesn't hold up as well long-term, especially i...

Interesting to hear lining worked out for you. I've been considering it myself, mostly because I'm worried about the environmental impact of excavatio...

Did you happen to check the pipes themselves? Older homes sometimes have galvanized steel pipes that corrode and clog up over time. Had a similar issu...

I've had similar experiences with handheld detectors—felt like I was chasing ghosts half the time. The plug-in ones do seem better for ongoing monitor...

I've used both setups, and honestly, the air gap does give me peace of mind—especially since I'm big on water conservation and avoiding leaks. But yea...