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scampbell50
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RE: Finally ditched the black tank: my dry loo journey
Yeah, splinters from wood chips are no joke - been there, done that, and it’s not fun digging one out later. I’ve found that wearing those cheap nitrile gloves helps a bit, but sometimes I’ll double up if the chips are e...
RE: That weird hissing sound behind the bathroom door...
I totally get the appeal of just checking things yourself - sometimes tech just makes you jumpy for no reason. That said, I do a combo: regular hands-on checks plus sensors in the trickier spots (like behind the toilet, ...
RE: Rainwater toilets and greywater showers: City tries new water-saving tricks
I hear you. I’ve got a “maintenance-free” filter on my greywater line, and let’s just say the only thing it’s free of is my confidence. Every few months I’m in there with a bucket, rubber gloves, and a healthy dose of sk...
RE: WHEN YOUR LAWN TURNS INTO A SWAMP AFTER EVERY RAINSTORM
I totally agree on not cheaping out with the fabric. I tried to save a few bucks on my first French drain by using some bargain stuff from the local hardware store, and it basically disintegrated after one season. Ended ...
RE: Water pooling in basement - could it be a sneaky drain issue?
I get where you’re coming from about trusting the tools over gut feelings - moisture meters are definitely handy. But I’ve actually had a situation where the meter didn’t pick up much, but my nose caught that musty smell...
RE: Need some advice on choosing new plumbing fixtures
Yeah, I learned this when I tried to DIY with those off-brand shower handles. Looked okay, but after a year the threads stripped and they started leaking. Had to shut off the water and redo everything - total headache. N...
RE: Eco-Friendly Ways to Keep Your Drains Clear and Fresh
Haha, totally relate to that. Hot water's my go-to as well, but I'm cautious about pouring boiling water into older pipes - heard it might cause issues. Anyone had problems with pipe damage from hot water?
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