Plastic bins are definitely the way to go, but I’ve had a few of those cheap ones crack when temps drop in the garage. If you can swing it, the heavy-...
Honestly, I get where you’re coming from. Those smart sensors sound great in theory, but the false alarms can drive you nuts. I tried one of the “top-...
Been there with the “quick” plumbing job turning into a full-blown ordeal. Those old valves are like ticking time bombs—sometimes you just look at the...
Definitely agree with you on the importance of materials and certifications. I’ve had some “eco” labeled parts that felt flimsy right out of the box, ...
That’s a close call for sure. I’m with you on the low-tech approach most of the time—good insulation, regular checks, and making sure the shut-off is ...
I went the simpler sensor route too, but after reading your story I'm reconsidering. Maybe I'll at least add an auto shut-off valve near the washer......
Good call on the regulator valve—I had a similar issue last summer. Thought it was the city messing with the lines at first, but nope, turned out the ...
Had a similar issue last year—thought it was hard water buildup at first, but turned out the flapper valve itself was warped. Switched to a heavier-du...
Haha, yeah, mosquitoes are annoyingly resourceful. I've noticed the same thing with solar pumps—great in theory, but cloudy days can really mess thing...
Same experience here. I installed a dual-flush about two years ago, and the water savings are legit noticeable. But it's true—not all models are equal...
Nah, we've all been there at some point... tarps seem simple until the wind hits, lol. Bungee cords definitely help, but I ended up using a cargo net ...
Totally agree with this. I've noticed that even a slight draft or room airflow can affect how quickly a detector picks up a leak. Had a similar scare ...
I've used fine mesh screens for my rain barrels, and honestly, they're pretty low-maintenance. Just check occasionally for debris buildup. Definitely ...
PEX is great stuff, but I've seen it get chewed through by rodents a couple times...not fun either. Copper's pricier and can scale up, but at least mi...
Had something similar happen a while back—checked all the fixture stops, valves wide open, still no luck. Turned out it was sediment buildup in the ae...