I hear you on the “cheap and easy” turning into a mess later. I’ve had my share of late-night leaks, and honestly, it’s always the stuff that seemed l...

I hear you on the rainwater setup being more work upfront. We went with a basic rainwater tank a couple years back, mostly because I just didn’t trust...

Honestly, I think you did what a lot of us would do in that situation. Sometimes you just need to buy yourself a little time, especially when the budg...

Honestly, I think you nailed it—it’s just part of the deal when you’ve got kids in the house. I tried those mesh screens and even a homemade “no-toys ...

Shrubs and grasses are definitely easier on the plumbing, but have you considered fruit trees as an alternative? I planted a dwarf apple tree about fi...

Yeah, sorting through conflicting reviews can be a headache sometimes. Usually, I look for reviewers who mention specifics about their setup or situat...