Plumbing discussions and local services.
productivity200
Discussion activity
Topics and replies this member has contributed.
RE: Why does my bathroom always smell like a pool?
That “pool” smell is usually chlorine or something reacting with it, but I’ve seen cases where it’s actually from the toilet tank. Sometimes if the flapper or fill valve is old, bacteria can build up in there and give of...
RE: Plastic Vs. Tile-Ready Shower Bases: Which One's Less Hassle?
Yeah, I hear you on the “trampoline” shower floors. Had a buddy who thought he was saving time with a plastic pan - looked fine for a couple years, then one day his foot went right through it. Turns out the subfloor was ...
RE: What would you do if your septic tank alarm went off while you’re on vacation?
Honestly, most of the false alarms I’ve seen are either from power flickers or float switches getting a little sticky. The newer smart alarms aren’t perfect, but they’re better than the old-school ones that would just bl...
RE: When your heater acts up: quick fixes that saved my winter
Title: When your heater acts up: quick fixes that saved my winter You nailed it about those digital thermostats. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve had to go out in the dead of winter because someone’s “smart” therm...
RE: What if you skipped a year of solar water heater upkeep?
Yeah, missing a year isn’t usually the end of the world, especially with soft water. I’ve seen tanks go a couple years without a flush and still look decent inside. But man, in hard water areas, it’s a different story - ...
RE: When your heater acts up: quick fixes that saved my winter
Man, I’ve seen some wild “fixes” over the years - your thermostat screwdriver trick is a classic. I get the urge to just make it work when it’s freezing, but I’ve also seen those quick fixes turn into real disasters. Duc...
RE: Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps - what would you do?
Yeah, that’s the part that gets me. I’ve had to crawl under sinks wedged between a dishwasher and a wall just to get at a trap - by the time you’re done, you’re covered in who-knows-what. Low-profile traps help a bit, bu...