- Totally agree—sedum's a sun lover for sure. I've got a patch that barely moves in shade, but it goes wild along the south fence. - Mulch is a solid ...
- Totally agree about the documentation—photos and moisture readings are gold when insurance starts asking questions. Learned that the hard way after ...
Honestly, I get the appeal of just patching up the bad spots, but in my experience, it can end up costing more long-term. Had a duplex where I kept ch...
- Under-sink installs are a pain, no doubt. I’ve had to crawl under more cabinets than I care to remember—knees and back always pay the price. - Count...
- Totally agree about checking flange height—learned that one the hard way after a midnight leak in unit 3. - Wax-free seals are a game changer for ...
- 100% agree about the bookshelf thing—people forget how much just blocking a vent can mess with airflow. - One thing I’ve found: if you’re in an ol...
Definitely second the baking soda and vinegar...works wonders. Also, double-check the rubber splash guard—had one that got warped over time and caused...
Exactly this. Had a tenant once who installed a low-flow showerhead but ignored a dripping faucet for months... ended up costing way more in repairs l...
- Interesting points for sure. I've mostly dealt with rainwater tanks myself, and yeah... the costs can sneak up on you fast. But I wouldn't write the...
Haha, exactly this. I've lost count of how many times I've opened up a wall expecting a straightforward fix, only to discover some Frankenstein plumbi...
Good points on both sides. I've had tenants try DIY plumbing fixes—sometimes it works, sometimes it's a disaster. Curious though, anyone had luck usin...
- Honestly, it's usually the damage from accessing the pipes that's the real headache—not the plumbing itself. - I've had tenants call me about leaks ...
Totally agree with this. I've done both setups, and while rain barrels are straightforward, greywater feels like you're getting double your money's wo...
Good call on the pipe insulation—did that a few years back and noticed the same thing. A couple other things I've tried: - Installed faucet aerators ...