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RE: When your water heater goes rogue: quick fixes and hacks
Had a similar situation last winter - tenant called about “banging” noises from the water heater. Figured it was sediment build-up, so I drained a few gallons from the bottom (messy, but worth it). That quieted things do...
RE: When your bathroom sink ends up off-center
Man, I hear you on the flex pipe - sometimes it’s just the only thing that’ll fit when you’re working with a 1920s vanity and nothing lines up. I do prefer rigid when possible, but there are times where it’s either flex ...
RE: Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps - what would you do?
I get where you're coming from - being able to just pop open the trap and check it yourself is a big plus. I’ve managed a few properties with both setups, and honestly, the in-kitchen ones are way easier for routine chec...
RE: Getting That Stubborn Dishwasher Working Again Without Calling a Repair Guy
Couldn’t agree more - some of those so-called “pro” tools are basically just overpriced plastic. I always end up reaching for an old toothbrush or a zip tie to poke out the gunk in the spray arms. Never really saw the po...
RE: Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps - what would you do?
I hear you on the underground trap headaches. I’ve had to deal with one getting clogged up by roots, and trust me, it’s not a quick fix - plumbers had to dig up half the walkway. If you’re weighing the two options, here’...
RE: Kitchen sink disaster - DIY or call a plumber?
Had a similar situation in one of my rentals - green gunk where the brass trap met the tailpiece. Here’s what I did: First, I wiped everything down to see if it was just surface oxidation or if there was any moisture. So...
RE: Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps - what would you do?
I hear you on the frozen trap drama. Nothing like crawling around outside in the dark, trying to thaw a line with a heat gun while your boots fill up with slush. Been there, done that, and it’s not something I’d voluntee...
RE: Rusty water heater woes - repair or replace?
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve had a few heaters keep on chugging for years after the first hint of rust. If you’re on-site a lot, you can catch small leaks early - just toss a water alarm under the tank. Not s...
RE: Plumber on speed dial vs. plumbing apps - what's your go-to?
Honestly, I get where you’re coming from - sticky notes are hard to beat for sheer visibility. But I’ve had some luck with the Home Assistant app paired with smart plugs and sensors. Here’s how I set it up: I programmed ...
RE: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots
That’s the tradeoff I keep running into. Here’s what’s worked for me: I started with annual root cutting and copper sulfate, which bought me a few years. When that stopped working, I scoped the line and found the worst s...
RE: Need some advice on choosing new plumbing fixtures
Haha, yeah, I've definitely had tenants who treated pitcher filters like some magical device that never needed maintenance. Honestly, faucet filters can be pretty handy if you're renting out units - tenants notice quicke...
RE: why is documenting plumbing connections such a nightmare?
Colored zip ties are a lifesaver, totally agree with you there. Been using them myself for a good decade or so, and your laminated key chart idea is spot-on - wish I'd thought of that sooner. One thing I'd add from my ow...