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RE: When your heater ignores the thermostat: what would you do?
That’s a lesson I keep relearning. I get tempted to poke around, but sometimes it’s just a tiny thing - like a loose wire or a bit of dust in the wrong spot. I switched to a smart thermostat last year and honestly, it’s ...
RE: Rainwater toilets and greywater showers: City tries new water-saving tricks
Yeah, I totally get the frustration with crawlspaces. Even with a vapor barrier, it feels like you’re just trapping moisture in a different spot if there’s any leak or condensation. I’ve seen a neighbor’s setup where the...
RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down
The sideways face-blast is the worst. I’ve tried the vinegar soak too, but I’m always paranoid about dumping that much acid down the drain - doesn’t feel super eco-friendly, even if it’s “natural.” Ever tried one of thos...
RE: Burst pipe panic: what would you do?
I get the hesitation with push-to-connects, but I’m not totally convinced they’re always the weak link. I’ve had copper sweat joints fail too, especially in spots where the pipe was old or had some corrosion. Sometimes i...
RE: Battle Of The Blocked Sink: Which Magic Potion Actually Works?
Yeah, I hear you - sometimes the eco-friendly route feels like bringing a feather to a knife fight. Still, I can’t help but wonder if all those harsh chemicals folks use are just making things worse long-term. I stick wi...
RE: Under sink vs. countertop filters: which is less hassle to install?
Had a leak the first time I did an under sink install - turns out hand-tight wasn’t enough, but wrench-tight was too much. Found the sweet spot after a couple of tries. Didn’t have to drill, just used the T-valve, which ...
RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick
I've used slate markers in my basement before. They're definitely moisture-proof and eco-friendly, but you're right - they're a bit brittle. Dropped one once and it chipped pretty easily. Still usable, just less pretty. ...
RE: Help, my basement drain's backing up again...
Yeah, I hear you on the upfront cost anxiety... that's always a tough hurdle. Good call though, patching over and over is exhausting and wasteful in the long run. Curious - did you find any eco-friendly options when you ...
RE: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots
Curious if the plastic barrier affects water drainage at all...have you noticed any pooling or runoff issues since installing it? I've been hesitant to try plastic myself, worried about unintended side effects.
RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick
Exactly my experience too. Labels are great, but I've also found color-coding valves and pipes really helpful. Green for main water shut-off, blue for cold lines, red for hot... Makes it easy to spot even when you're flu...
RE: Thinking about swapping to a pedestal sink - tips or regrets?
Pedestal sinks definitely have that clean, minimalist look, but yeah, storage can get tricky fast. I've thought about switching myself, mostly because I like the idea of less clutter and easier cleaning. But then I reali...
RE: Water pressure woes - anyone else dealt with this?
I've had my share of plumbing headaches too. Never thought about the pressure regulator, to be honest - thanks for the tip. Usually, I just assumed it was buildup or something clogging the lines, so I've been messing aro...
RE: Water pressure woes - anyone else dealt with this?
Had something similar happen when I switched to a low-flow showerhead. Turns out there was sediment buildup in the pipes that got stirred up during installation. Did you check the little mesh filter inside the showerhead...
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