It’s wild how much it can come down to the inspector’s mood or preferences. I’ve had one flag me for a 1/4" difference in pipe slope, while another ju...

I’ve actually worked on a couple of greywater setups over the years. They do save water, but honestly, the maintenance can be a pain if you’re not rea...

Had a call last winter—frozen pipe burst behind a finished wall. Previous owner used push-to-connect fittings. They held for years, but when the pipe ...

You’re spot on about the “ticking time bomb” aspect—sometimes stuff just fails, no matter how careful you are. I’ve seen pristine-looking pipes burst ...

Yeah, I’ve seen that happen more than once—someone grabs a “premium” filter thinking it’ll solve everything, but then the water pressure tanks. It’s n...

Insurance companies are a bit of a mystery when it comes to green plumbing upgrades. In my experience, they’re more likely to see rainwater tanks as a...

That’s a fair point about the pipes—sometimes it’s not the toilet’s fault at all. I’ve seen folks swap in a low-flow model thinking it’ll solve everyt...

That’s a classic issue. I always question whether the savings on paper translate to real-world use. If a fixture needs multiple tries to do its job, y...

Fair points, but isn't there a middle ground here? Hydro jetting is great for stubborn blockages, sure, but it's not always necessary. I've seen plent...

Silicone spray's definitely a step up from WD-40, but have you ever tried graphite powder? I've found it works wonders on stubborn valves without attr...