I’ve been called out to a lot of basements where folks tried DampRid or similar products and were disappointed. Honestly, in a big space, you’re bette...
Window film’s one of those things that sounds like a quick fix, but I’ve seen it cause more headaches than it solves when the underlying issues get ig...
I’ve installed a few of those smart leak detectors for clients, and honestly, they’re hit or miss. The tech’s getting better, but I’ve seen false alar...
WHEN YOUR TUB WON'T DRAIN: DIY FIXES THAT ACTUALLY WORK? Those plastic zip tools definitely get the job done, but I’ve seen my fair share of issues w...
I hear you on the color match thing—patches stick out like a sore thumb, especially if you know where to look. But I’ve got to push back a bit on the ...
Honestly, I’m not convinced scraped knuckles are inevitable, but I get where you’re coming from. Those flexible bits—if you mean the extension tools—a...
Had a similar situation last year—customer kept getting backups, and every time we’d snake it, things would clear up for a bit, then right back to squ...
You’re not wrong about grease and paint—those are the big villains in the septic world. But honestly, stressing over every crumb or drop of soap is ov...
Wireless gadgets are convenient, sure, but I wouldn't dismiss them entirely. Inspection cameras are great, but they don't always catch everything—espe...
Yeah, vinegar usually helps, but I've seen cases where mineral deposits are so hardened that even poking doesn't fully clear them. Sometimes dismantli...
That's interesting—I haven't found lids to make that much difference personally. I've managed several setups over the years, and while tight covers he...
Laminated labels definitely hold up better, no argument there. I've tried the zip tie method too, but honestly found it a bit tricky in tight spaces—e...
I've heard the ice cube trick mentioned a lot, but honestly, I'm a bit skeptical about how effective it really is. In my experience, ice cubes can hel...
Your observation isn't just anecdotal—I've noticed similar patterns in the field. While water-saving toilets like the Toto Drake generally perform wel...
You're spot on about external gauges—most homeowners I've worked with rarely check them after the first month or so. They're handy during initial setu...