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RE: What should a septic tank replacement quote itemize?
For example, a quote could say: “Base price assumes the planned excavation area is reachable with the specified equipment. If site access prevents that, any added hand excavation or alternate equipment is excluded and wi...
RE: Warm floors, lower bills: my best winter upgrade yet
I get where you’re coming from - sometimes it feels like double GFCI is just belt and suspenders, right? I’ve seen both setups work fine. Personally, I’d rather have easy access to the wiring too… chasing a fault under t...
RE: Keeping your water heater running longer without breaking the bank
I get where you’re coming from - sometimes the anode rod swap is a pain, especially if it’s seized up. But I’ve seen a lot of tanks that failed early just because the anode was totally gone and nobody checked it. Flushin...
RE: Finally got my bathroom reno approved - permit process wasn’t as scary as I thought
I hear you on the smart fixtures. I’ve seen a few of those “smart” toilets and showers in action, and honestly, when they work, they’re kind of cool - but when they don’t, it’s a headache. The thing that always gets me i...
RE: Under Sink Hookup vs. Dedicated Drain Line: Which Is Better for Dishwashers?
I’ve actually seen disposals help clear out minor clogs, but only when folks are running plenty of water and not abusing the thing. That said, I’d argue the bigger issue is maintenance - people just don’t clean out dispo...
RE: Keeping the sink monster happy: tricks for a smoother running disposal
Funny you mention the lemon peels - I get calls from folks who swear by that trick. It does help with odor, but it won’t do much for the mechanical parts wearing down. I’m a bit more cautious after seeing disposals seize...