Had to laugh at the mouse buffet image—been there myself. One winter, I patched a crawlspace with spray foam and came back in spring to find a whole m...

That’s the truth. I once spent three hours on hold with a boutique brand’s “global support team” just to be told they don’t ship to North America. At ...

Haha, true about the soft-close seats, but honestly, I've seen some water-saving toilets struggle with heavier waste. They're great for saving water, ...

Copper sulfate definitely helps, but yeah, root barriers can be sneaky little devils. Had a similar issue last summer—thought I'd nailed it by going 1...

Good points about enzyme cleaners—I've had similar experiences. But speaking of eco-friendly methods, has anyone tried those drain sticks that slowly ...

Interesting points about the mosquitoes, but honestly, greywater setups aren't always mosquito-free either. I've seen some pretty creative DIY systems...

Funny you mention simplifying internals—I once had a faucet cartridge literally explode on me mid-repair (thankfully just water, not shrapnel). After ...

Haha, I totally get your point—no one wants to turn a simple toilet upgrade into a full-blown bathroom renovation. But you're right about the gentler ...

I've had pretty good luck with the vinegar and baking soda combo myself, though I admit I've never tried citric acid powder—sounds intriguing. One thi...