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RE: Where should the main shutoff go, and how should it be labeled?
A local shutoff is a quicker first move only if someone knows it operates; otherwise, it may add a delay when the leak is obvious but the valve won’t turn. I’d make the marked main the fallback - and avoid forcing a stuc...
RE: Best ways to prep your home for sudden flooding?
I get the appeal of sticking with tried-and-true stuff, but honestly, I think some of the newer tech is worth a shot - especially for flood prep. Have you looked into water leak sensors that send alerts to your phone? Th...
RE: Need some advice on choosing new plumbing fixtures
Never thought I’d see the day when mice would chew copper, but I guess nothing’s safe if they’re hungry enough. I’ve tried that split-foam trick on PEX too - seems to help, but I always wonder if it just makes a softer s...
RE: How strong do you like your bidet spray?
Funny, I actually lean the other way - at least a little. Not full-on fire hose, but if the spray’s too gentle, it just feels like it’s taking forever to get the job done. Anyone else notice some models are super sensiti...
RE: How strong do you like your bidet spray?
I get what you mean about Teflon tape - I've had a couple of those “just fine” connections start weeping after a few months, especially when someone cranks the spray up. I’d rather overdo it than deal with water damage l...