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RE: WHEN YOUR LAWN TURNS INTO A SWAMP AFTER EVERY RAINSTORM

Honestly, I’m not convinced gutter guards are the magic fix. They help with leaves, sure, but if your grading’s off or your downspouts dump too close...

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RE: Is underfloor heating really worth it?

Been there, done that—air in the lines is way more common than folks think. You handled it right. Honestly, underfloor heating is fantastic when it wo...

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RE: Is underfloor heating really worth it?

Waiting for concrete to dry is one of those things you only rush once, right? I’ve seen more than a few jobs where someone tried to “save time” and en...

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RE: Spin cycle issues: unplug and reset or dive straight into the filter?

Spin Cycle Issues: Unplug And Reset Or Dive Straight Into The Filter? I’ve been down this road more times than I care to admit, and honestly, I’m alw...

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RE: Burst pipe panic: what would you do?

Honestly, I get where you’re coming from about the drywall scraps, but I’ve had a bit of luck with the small pieces—at least for quick patches behind ...

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RE: Kitchen Sink Money Drain: How Much Did You Spend Replacing Yours?

That’s the thing—once you start pulling apart a sink, it’s like opening Pandora’s box. “Standard” sizes never seem to line up, and every trip to the h...

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RE: When your living room is a sauna but your bedroom's an igloo

Zoning’s great in theory, but I’ve seen it go sideways if you’re not careful. Like, That sounds tidy, but if your system wasn’t designed for it, you ...

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RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick

That’s a solid move—maps beat memory every time. I’d add: snap a quick photo with your phone before closing things up. Even if your sketch gets smudge...

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RE: do you pay attention to water-saving rules when fixing stuff at home?

Monthly checks are definitely better than nothing, but leaks aren't always polite enough to wait for your next scheduled inspection... I've seen plent...

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RE: Thermostat acting weird, DIY fix or call a pro?

Yeah, seen this a lot—smart thermostats can be picky eaters. Before calling a pro, try a quick reset and check wires one-by-one. But if you're unsure....

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RE: Kitchen Sink Money Drain: How Much Did You Spend Replacing Yours?

I get the hesitation with SharkBites. I had a similar concern when I first tried them out about 7 years ago. Had a leak under my bathroom sink at like...

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RE: Finally fixed my flooded driveway nightmare

I've seen it go both ways. Helped a friend redo his driveway last summer, and we skipped the fabric too—just went heavy on compacting layers of stone ...

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RE: Late-Night Plumbing Drama: DIY Fix or Call a Pro?

Honestly, shutting off the valve under the sink is step one—no question. Once that's done, grab a bucket and flashlight, and check if it's something o...

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