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RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code - how I do it
Honestly, I get paranoid about the stuff behind walls too. I’ve got a whole folder of “before drywall” pics on my phone just in case. As for going above code, I sometimes wonder if inspectors actually care or if they jus...
RE: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots
Honestly, I’ve wondered the same thing about just giving up on trees altogether. I’ve only ever used a manual snake for roots - never tried the foams. I’m a bit wary about pouring chemicals down the line, especially if y...
RE: Half flush never seems to work right - am I missing something?
Water pressure might actually be a factor, especially in taller buildings. I’ve seen some upstairs units where you get that lazy swirl, but downstairs it’s fine - makes me wonder if the pressure drop is just enough to me...
RE: Burst pipe panic: what would you do?
I've seen heat tape used quite a bit, and it can definitely help in those extreme cold snaps. But honestly, you gotta be careful with it. I've heard of a few cases where people installed it incorrectly or used cheap bran...
RE: need some advice on setting up a rain harvesting setup at home
Haha, raccoons really don't mess around, do they? Glad you figured out a fix with the bungee cords. Have you checked if the cords hold up okay in bad weather, like heavy rain or snow? Always wonder about durability with ...