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RE: Battling stubborn tree roots in your pipes? Here’s what worked for me
I get where you’re coming from, but I’m always a bit wary about digging around pipes or installing barriers myself. Sometimes those “permanent” fixes can do more harm than good if you’re not careful. Copper sulfate isn’t...
RE: Gravel Vs. Corrugated Pipe: Which Works Better For Drain Fixes?
I’ve had similar issues with corrugated pipe, especially in heavy clay. The first time I tried it, I thought the sock would keep stuff out, but it just filled up with silt and roots in a couple seasons. PVC takes more ef...
RE: When your living room is a sauna but your bedroom's an igloo
Couldn’t agree more. I once spent a weekend crawling around my attic only to find a disconnected duct just blowing air into the insulation. No gadget would’ve fixed that. Sometimes it’s worth grabbing a flashlight and po...