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RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down
Honestly, the tape thing tripped me up too when I first moved in. I figured more wraps would mean less chance for leaks, but then the shower arm barely threaded in and I ended up with a tiny leak that just wouldn’t quit....
RE: When your living room is a sauna but your bedroom's an igloo
Insulation made a bigger difference for us than fiddling with the vents ever did, honestly. We had a contractor blow cellulose into the attic and seal up some obvious gaps, and the rooms furthest from the furnace actuall...
RE: How much did you pay to fix your fridge's ice maker?
Taking photos before unplugging anything is a must - learned that the hard way with a dishwasher install. Ended up staring at three similar connectors and second-guessing myself for an hour. I’d also recommend labeling w...
RE: Is underfloor heating really worth it?
I hear you on the “out of sight, out of mind… until something goes sideways” part. That’s exactly what made me hesitate when I redid my mudroom. Still, you nailed it - if you’re already ripping up tile, it’s the best opp...
RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons
Heat tape with a thermostat is one of those things I hesitated on too, mainly because of the upfront cost. But after my first winter in this house, I realized the repair bill for burst pipes is way worse than the price o...