sandra_hill
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RE: Drips from the box vs. leaks at the connections—what’s worse?

Yeah, those old compression fittings are a pain. I’ve had to redo a few after thinking I’d tightened them enough, only to find a slow drip days later....

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RE: When ignoring leaky pipes costs more than you think

Yeah, electrical tape’s not gonna cut it for a leaky pipe—seen that trick way too many times. Water just finds the tiniest gap and keeps going until y...

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RE: When ignoring leaky pipes costs more than you think

Title: When ignoring leaky pipes costs more than you think Honestly, I get where you’re coming from, but those “budget” shutoff valves can be more ...

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RE: What if you skipped a year of solar water heater upkeep?

Skipped a year on mine once too, thinking “how bad could it be?” Turns out, pretty bad. Ended up with a bunch of gunk in the filter and the collector ...

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RE: My Pipes Burst at 2 AM—Ever Had a Midnight Plumbing Nightmare?

Honestly, I get the labeling thing, but sometimes masking tape just peels off or gets gross in a basement. I’d rather use a paint marker or those pla...

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RE: My Pipes Burst at 2 AM—Ever Had a Midnight Plumbing Nightmare?

Insulation and heat tape can help, but honestly, sometimes they're just band-aids. If your trap froze solid, it might be worth checking if there's a d...

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RE: are water-saving toilets really worth the hype?

Had the same issue at first, but adjusted the water level in the tank and it made a noticeable difference. Have you tried tweaking yours yet, or is it...

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