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RE: How Often Do You Actually Change Your Water Filter?
Would a calendar alert or keeping the next replacement on hand be more useful for you? The alert helps remember the due date; having a spare could avoid a delay if the reminder arrives but buying one slips your mind.
RE: Touchless taps and other faucet surprises
Honestly, I see this all the time - folks think they’re saving a buck with the cheaper models, but those sensors just aren’t as reliable. The higher-end brands usually have better placement and sensitivity, plus the valv...
RE: What do you keep on hand for sudden sewer backups?
Hand augers and plungers are a decent start, but honestly, once you’re dealing with roots or anything beyond a basic clog, those tools just don’t cut it. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve been called after someone’s...
RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons
I get where you're coming from with the tech headaches, but honestly, I think a lot of folks give up on smart plumbing tools too fast. Yeah, the false alarms are annoying (and yeah, every pet in the house triggers them a...