Offset fittings are kind of my go-to when the drain’s way off and there’s no way I’m getting a straight shot. They’re not the prettiest, but at least ...

Man, I hear you on the tree roots. It’s like they’ve got a sixth sense for finding pipes. I’ve seen folks snake the same line every few months and sti...

Man, I totally get what you mean about those valves being “ticking time bombs.” Couldn’t agree more. I learned the hard way—thought I could just swap...

I get wanting to skip the camera and just get it done, but isn’t it kinda risky? I mean, what if there’s a crack or something weird going on that you ...

Had a similar “shower surprise” last month—turned it on and got blasted in the face, the wall, even the ceiling. Turns out, the shower head was so clo...

Interesting point about microbial activity, but do you think the soap itself might actually be hindering some beneficial microbes? I've heard mixed th...

Could be onto something there—pipes have minds of their own sometimes, I swear. Ever had one start banging just because the neighbor flushed their toi...

Totally get your point about vinegar maintenance, but have you considered silicone grease instead of traditional plumber's grease? I've had better luc...

Haha, your kid mashing the bigger button sounds exactly like my nephew. But seriously, have you noticed any difference in flush power between mid-rang...

Honestly, the plumbing isn't rocket science, but yeah, it can get messy fast if you're retrofitting an older place. Ever thought about starting small—...

Yeah, I've been eyeing those root barriers too, but honestly I'm a bit skeptical. Last summer, I tried the baking soda trick religiously—felt like I w...