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RE: Finding and fixing sneaky leaks at home actually worked
Can’t argue with the water bill trick - caught a slab leak that way once, and trust me, you don’t want to find those the hard way. I’ll admit, I’m not totally sold on all the smart sensors either. They’re handy for big l...
RE: Finally ditched the black tank: my dry loo journey
You’re right to be cautious with cardboard and paper. In my experience, unless it’s shredded pretty fine, it can mat up and hold moisture, which isn’t great for airflow or odor. If you’re set on using cardboard, running ...
RE: When your heater ignores the thermostat: what would you do?
That’s been my experience too. I’ll still check the stat connections, but honestly, relay boards are the usual suspects, especially if you’re seeing intermittent issues. Had one last winter where the board looked fine, b...
RE: Why does my hot water sometimes sound like popcorn?
That “popcorn” noise is a classic sign of hard water buildup, and honestly, you’ve already gone through most of the steps I’d recommend. Flushing, descalers, new element - sounds like you know your way around a tank. Unf...
RE: Why do faucet handles turn opposite ways?
It’s wild how much “creative plumbing” you find once you start opening walls in older houses. I’ve run into setups where the hot and cold are reversed, or even tied together with some Frankenstein tee fitting - makes you...