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RE: Finally ditched the black tank: my dry loo journey
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve seen enough “rare” corrosion to know it’s not just a unicorn. Especially if you’ve got a couple of mystery leaks or the world’s most enthusiastic hand-washer in the house. That “j...
RE: Water pooling in basement - could it be a sneaky drain issue?
Ain’t that the truth. I’ve seen more “mystery puddles” turn out to be busted pipes than anyone would believe. Folks always blame the gutters first, but sometimes it’s those sneaky old cast iron lines just giving up the g...
RE: Under sink vs. countertop filters: which is less hassle to install?
Had a sneaky drip under my sink once - didn’t spot it until the cabinet floor started to warp. Out of sight, out of mind, right? Countertop filters might be messier up front, but at least you see the chaos as it happens....
RE: Battle Of The Blocked Sink: Which Magic Potion Actually Works?
Right? That “gunk” is always way grosser than you expect. I swear, every time I open a trap, I find something that looks like it crawled out of a swamp. Baking soda and vinegar is like the magic show version - fun, but n...
RE: finally figured out my boiler plumbing - anyone else find it tricky?
Permanent labels always feel like a commitment I’m not ready for either - like tattooing “left” and “right” on your hands and then realizing you’re ambidextrous. I’ve had some luck with those aluminum tags you can write ...
RE: Battle Of The Blocked Sink: Which Magic Potion Actually Works?
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually seen baking soda and vinegar pull off a minor miracle or two - especially in bathroom sinks with hair clogs. Maybe it’s just luck, or maybe my pipes are less stubborn tha...
RE: Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps - what would you do?
Honestly, I’ve seen more than a few horror stories with underground traps turning into grease graveyards. I always tell folks, unless you’re the type who sets reminders for your reminders, those things are out of sight a...
RE: finally figured out my boiler plumbing - anyone else find it tricky?
Color-coded clip-on markers - now there’s a blast from the past. I’ve tried those, actually. They’re not as gimmicky as they look, but they’re not exactly foolproof either. If you’re the type who remembers what “blue” me...