- You’re definitely not alone—every year I see people get burned by those “frost-free” spigots. They’re only frost-free if you actually disconnect the...

- Stickers never last in basements—humidity just eats them up. - I’ve seen metal tags outlast everything, but yeah, sometimes they get knocked off o...

Stability mostly comes down to how well it's installed—I've seen pedestal sinks hold up just fine for years, but if the wall anchors or floor setup is...

Fair point—comfort matters, but so does knowing your limits. I've seen quick fixes hold for weeks, and I've also been called in when a DIY patch faile...

Pretty much spot-on here. I've seen a ton of these DIY kits used, and while some people do manage a decent job, the longevity just isn't there. Couple...

Good points, but honestly, main shut-off valves rarely just partially close themselves without someone messing with them. Usually they're either fully...

Good points on the gravel and root barriers—though I've seen roots laugh in the face of both sometimes. A few years back, we had a maple whose roots s...