Leak sensors are a solid move, especially if you’ve got old plumbing or a finished basement. I’ve seen folks forget about them, though, and the batter...
That’s spot on—sometimes it’s the stuff you can’t see right away that trips you up. I’ve been burned by assuming it was just a clogged filter, only to...
Honestly, I think you might be underestimating how much those apps can help, even with trickier stuff. Sure, it’s riskier, but I’ve seen some of the ...
Man, I hear you on the insulation—people always forget about it until they’re ankle-deep in water at 2 AM. I’ve patched more burst pipes under kitchen...
Title: Maples vs. PVC: Lessons Learned the Hard Way That “ruthless” description is spot-on for maples. I had a situation last summer—customer’s sewer...
That’s a solid move, especially with those older models where nothing matches up twice. If you’re dealing with a real tangle of screws, I’ve found lay...
Zoning can make a huge difference, but it’s not always a simple fix. I’ve seen it work wonders in some homes, especially older ones with weird layouts...
Good point—people often overlook that. I'd also suggest checking around outdoor faucets and hose bibs. A quick wrap with insulation tape there can pre...
Totally agree on checking vent stacks—found a squirrel nest in one last fall, what a surprise that was. Another quick step: peek around your attic ins...
Exactly this. I've seen epoxy repairs hold up great, but prep is key—cleaning, sanding, proper mixing... skip one step and you're asking for trouble. ...
Interesting idea...I've actually tried something similar, but instead of regular paper, I used index cards. They're a bit thicker and hold up pretty w...
Totally agree on the pipe dope—thin and even is key. One thing I'd add, though: make sure you're cleaning the threads properly before applying it. A q...
Haha, I feel this. My old place was basically doing the cha-cha every winter. Ended up reinforcing the subfloor with extra plywood and screws before t...
Interesting point about PVC getting brittle, but honestly, I've had mine underground for almost 6 years now without any cracks or leaks. Maybe it's mo...