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RE: WHEN YOUR TUB WON'T DRAIN: DIY FIXES THAT ACTUALLY WORK?

Yeah, I’m with you on skipping the harsh drain cleaners. They’re brutal on pipes over time, and honestly, they rarely do much for a real clog. Hand au...

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RE: Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps—what would you do?

Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps—what would you do? I’m with you on the underground traps being less of a headache in the lon...

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RE: When is it time to swap out old pipes?

Couldn’t have said it better about the insurance mess—people really don’t think about that until it’s too late. I get wanting to avoid the cost and ha...

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RE: Plumber on speed dial vs. plumbing apps—what's your go-to?

Honestly, I get why people love those plumbing apps—sometimes you just want a quick answer or a diagram before you start poking around. But man, water...

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RE: Quick fixes for surprise water disasters—does pipe tape actually work?

Pipe tape is one of those things that sounds like a magic fix, but honestly, it’s just not built to save a failing fitting. I’ve seen people wrap half...

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RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick

Honestly, I think the aluminum can trick is underrated—never had one fail on me either. I get why people want to cut down on plastic, but sometimes it...

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RE: Finally tackled my noisy pipes and feeling pretty proud

Tried those silicone wraps last winter when I got tired of tape peeling off and zip ties leaving marks. Honestly, they’re not a miracle fix, but they ...

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RE: SEPTIC SYSTEM NIGHTMARES: DID YOU KNOW THIS?

Yeah, enzyme additives can be hit or miss. I've seen a couple actually help clear minor buildup, but they're definitely no miracle solution. Most of t...

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RE: anyone tried sustainable plumbing upgrades at home?

Fair enough, regular maintenance definitely helps, but sustainable upgrades aren't always about big upfront costs. Even small stuff like low-flow show...

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RE: shower goes ice cold when someone flushes toilet

Mineral buildup can definitely restrict flow, but honestly, vinegar soaks are more of a temporary band-aid than a long-term fix. Vinegar might clear s...

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

Interesting to hear epoxy worked better for you—I get the appeal, but honestly, I still lean toward polymer additives. I've seen epoxy grout crack in ...

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RE: finally figured out my boiler plumbing—anyone else find it tricky?

Honestly, I doubt the straps themselves cause much shifting over time—it's more likely the pipes weren't perfectly aligned from the start. I've seen p...

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RE: My garbage disposal smells like a swamp monster moved in

Had the same issue a few months back, and honestly, lemon peels and vinegar were just temporary fixes. Finally bit the bullet and flipped up that rubb...

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

Plastic shims are decent, but honestly, composite shims have been my go-to lately. They're a bit pricier, sure, but they're way more stable long-term,...

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