shadowsmith906
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RE: Spin cycle issues: unplug and reset or dive straight into the filter?

That “self-clean” button is such a joke, right? I’ve never seen it actually do anything useful. I’m with you on unplugging first—maybe it’s overkill, ...

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RE: Getting That Stubborn Dishwasher Working Again Without Calling a Repair Guy

Had a similar headache last year—thought I’d nailed the fix, but the dishwasher kept backing up. Turned out there was a chunk of glass wedged in the d...

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RE: do you pay attention to water-saving rules when fixing stuff at home?

Yeah, totally agree with this. I've installed some of those eco-friendly showerheads and faucets, and honestly, the savings were pretty minimal. But t...

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RE: Plumber emergency: DIY quick fixes or call the pros?

Honestly, plumbing always seems deceptively simple until you're knee-deep in water and regret. Older homes definitely add a layer of chaos—pipes that ...

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RE: do you pay attention to water-saving rules when fixing stuff at home?

Drywall mud is definitely one of the worst offenders—feels like it just hangs around forever. I've tried filtering through old t-shirts or cheesecloth...

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RE: Sink monster making weird noises and not grinding right

Honestly, blades going dull isn't really a thing with disposals—they're more like blunt impellers than sharp knives. Sounds more like something small ...

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RE: Kitchen sink disaster—DIY or call a plumber?

I've switched to metal fittings under my sink a couple years back, and honestly, corrosion hasn't been much of an issue for me yet. But I do think it ...

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RE: Finally got my bathroom reno right for everyone to use comfortably

Totally agree about rushed patch jobs—seen plenty of those turn into headaches later. I tried plywood shims once too, but honestly, I found plastic sh...

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RE: city fined homeowner over DIY plumbing fix—fair or overreach?

Yeah, I dunno... fines seem heavy-handed unless it's something major. But honestly, I've seen DIY plumbing turn ugly fast—like mold-behind-the-walls u...

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