I get where you’re coming from. SharkBites are great in a pinch, but I’ve seen a few start to seep after a couple years, especially if the pipe wasn’t...

I hear you on the universal kits. They’re supposed to make things easier, but in practice, I’ve seen more headaches than quick fixes. The “just make i...

Fair point, but keep in mind clay pipes can be brittle and prone to repeated root intrusions. Clearing roots helps temporarily, but if it's a recurrin...

Totally agree—installation's key. I've seen plenty of water-savers perform poorly just because the flapper or fill valve wasn't adjusted right. Once d...

Insulation does help, especially in older setups. But I'm wondering—have you checked your home's overall water pressure? Sometimes, if your pressure's...

Good call on the towel trick—those springs have a way of launching themselves into another dimension. I've also started using a shallow tray or baking...

Yeah, that's pretty much my experience too. Installed a similar system for a client last year—initially skeptical about the cost-benefit ratio. But it...

Yeah, battery anxiety is definitely a thing. I've stuck with wired cams mostly because reliability matters more to me than convenience. Dealing with t...

Yeah, baking soda and vinegar is solid for regular maintenance—cheap and effective. One thing I'd add is that plungers can actually make hair clogs wo...