Yeah, patching gets old real fast. I tried the “one more fix” route for years and it just added stress (and water stains). I get the appeal of copper,...
Nice work getting ahead of those noisy pipes—feels good to cross something off the list, doesn’t it? I totally get the notebook trick. I’ve tried rely...
Funny thing, I’ve actually had better luck with push-fit than compression joints, especially in tight spots. Maybe I’m just too heavy-handed with the ...
Foam covers aren't always useless, though—they've saved me a couple times in moderate cold snaps. But yeah, when temps really plummet, they're pretty ...
Yikes, sounds like a pretty rough weekend... but honestly, we've all been there. My first DIY plumbing attempt ended with me standing ankle-deep in wa...
Yeah, apps are great for minor stuff, but when water's gushing everywhere at midnight, I'm not exactly scrolling through troubleshooting guides. Had a...
Had something similar happen when I installed one of those smart leak sensors under my kitchen sink. Middle of dinner, phone starts buzzing about a le...
I've definitely had potato peel drama before. Thought I'd be clever and toss a whole batch down there after making mashed potatoes... big mistake. It ...
I've heard mixed things about vinegar too. Personally, I stopped using it after noticing my disposal blades seemed duller over time—maybe coincidence,...
Another thing that helps is running hot water and dish soap through it every now and then. I used to have a similar issue, tried the citrus peel trick...
I switched to a water-saving showerhead last year too—honestly, I was skeptical at first because I love strong water pressure, but it turned out prett...
Haha, yep, been there! I tried wireless once when checking out a stubborn clog in my basement drain. Thought I'd save myself some hassle... until the ...
Totally agree, renting first makes sense. I borrowed one for a bathroom remodel—super helpful for lining up tiles, but honestly felt like overkill for...
Good call on angling the filter—I learned that lesson too after a messy overflow. Layering meshes definitely helps, but honestly, I still end up clear...