Manual valves are just easier to trust, honestly. I’m in the same boat—just bought my first place and every time I look at some “smart” home gadget, I...

- Not sure I totally agree with replacing the whole flush valve right away. I get the logic, but sometimes it feels like overkill, especially if the t...

- Tried labeling pipes with a Sharpie, but the writing just smudged off once things got wet. - I keep thinking there’s gotta be some app or gadget t...

I totally get the hesitation—had the same thought process myself about a year ago. My plumber gave me the whole "replace it now or regret it later" sp...