patriciag46
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RE: Switching out a tub for a walk-in shower: copper vs. PEX pipes?

That rodent thing is real, but honestly, in most homes it’s not a dealbreaker unless you already have critter issues. As for water pressure or taste—h...

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RE: LOW SHOWER PRESSURE: DOES THAT BOOSTER PUMP REALLY WORK?

Those old pipes really do have a mind of their own. I’ve seen folks throw a booster pump on a system that’s still mostly clogged, and yeah, it can jus...

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RE: How much did you pay to fix your fridge's ice maker?

Funny you mention the braided kits—I’ve had my share of wrestling with copper lines behind fridges, and honestly, those stainless ones have saved my k...

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RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down

Funny how often it comes to that. I’ve seen folks spend hours trying every trick in the book, only to realize the plastic’s cracked or the threads are...

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RE: Need some advice on choosing new plumbing fixtures

Honestly, I’ve seen folks get tripped up by the “keep your receipts” advice. In my experience, some brands (Grohe comes to mind) will work with you ev...

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RE: Plumber on speed dial vs. plumbing apps—what's your go-to?

I get where you’re coming from. I’ve seen both sides—sometimes those app folks surprise you with solid work, but other times, you’re left wondering if...

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RE: Burst pipe panic: what would you do?

Had a client last winter who swore by his fancy sensors, but the real hero was a $3 tube of caulk. He got an alert at 2am, but by the time he checked,...

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RE: Kitchen sink disaster—DIY or call a plumber?

Yeah, learned this the hard way myself. Had a slow drip under my sink, figured I'd just wrap it up with plumber's tape and call it good. Worked fine f...

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