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RE: What should a complete backflow preventer replacement quote include?
The warranty needs its own line item too. Ask each bidder to state: - Replacement device warranty period and what it covers - Installation labor warranty period - Whether parts such as shutoff valves, fittings, and drai...
RE: Quick fixes for middle-of-the-night bathroom leaks
Buckets are overrated, honestly. I used to keep one under the sink too, but Now I just stash a roll of plumber’s tape and a flashlight in there. If something bursts, tape it up, shut off the valve, and deal with the mes...
RE: Need some advice on choosing new plumbing fixtures
- Press fittings are slick, but I’m with you - cost is hard to justify for one-off jobs. - Crimp rings have been my go-to for PEX. Reliable, and the tools aren’t bank-breakers. - Sweat joints on copper? Still feels l...
RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick
- Been there - nothing like trying to decipher smeared ink under a leaky sink. - For keeping laminated sheets current, I’ve tried printing only the stuff that rarely changes (basic pipe sizing, fixture units, etc.), th...
RE: When the Toilet Floods at Midnight: My DIY Save
Yeah, wax rings are cheap insurance - reusing one never worked for me either, always ended up with a slow leak. Tried a wax-free ring once (the big blue rubber kind) and it actually sealed fine, but the toilet felt... le...