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RE: Battling stubborn tree roots in your pipes? Here’s what worked for me
That’s lucky, but I’ve seen neighbors get burned when an unpermitted fix went sideways. My approach: I bite the bullet on permits for anything major, just in case. It’s a pain, but peace of mind counts for something.
RE: Rainwater toilets and greywater showers: City tries new water-saving tricks
Yeah, I learned the hard way that “self-cleaning” is just marketing speak for “you’re still gonna get your hands dirty.” First time I checked the filter on our greywater shower, it looked like a swamp in there. Here’s wh...
RE: When Your Fancy Toilet Sprayer Has a Mind of Its Own
I’m with you on the brass adapters - plastic just doesn’t inspire much confidence, especially after seeing one split right at the threads. I’ve started making it a habit to shut off the main water if I’m swapping anythin...
RE: Saving water in the shower actually worked for me
I tried the sink thing too and totally agree - it’s just awkward. I always end up splashing water everywhere or losing track of how much I’ve collected. The shower bucket is way less hassle, especially if you get one tha...
RE: Gravel Vs. Corrugated Pipe: Which Works Better For Drain Fixes?
I totally get the frustration with crushed corrugated pipe. I had to dig up a section last fall after a heavy rain - just a soggy mess and the pipe was basically flattened. PVC takes more effort upfront, but once it’s in...