That’s pretty much my rule of thumb too. Once you’re seeing green corrosion and pinholes popping up, it’s like the pipes are telling you they’re done....

Been there... those retaining clips are brutal. Last time I swapped a faucet, I actually wrapped my hands in an old towel before prying them off—saved...

Yeah, flex hoses are notorious for that. If you’re swapping them out, just make sure to shut off the water supply first—learned that the hard way once...

Exactly, that's a big deal. Also, some plumbing issues like gas leaks or sewage backups can be genuinely hazardous. Better safe than sorry—call the pr...

Had a similar experience last month when my bathroom faucet started leaking at 11pm. The app was okay-ish, but honestly, nothing beats having a solid ...

I went through something similar a couple years back. Mine was around 9 years old, and I initially thought the rusty water was just from old pipes or ...

I feel you on the tile cutter fiasco—been there myself. Plumbing's definitely another beast though. I remember tackling my bathroom sink pipes thinkin...

Yeah, space is key. Learned that the hard way when I had to rearrange half my cleaning supplies mid-installation... Also, double-check your plumbing c...