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RE: What would you do if your septic tank alarm went off while you’re on vacation?

I get the whole “don’t overcomplicate” thing, but honestly, I’d rather have a million apps than come home to a backyard swamp. My luck, the one time I...

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RE: Why do faucet handles turn opposite ways?

I swear, when I moved into my place, I thought I was losing my mind trying to figure out which way was hot and which was cold. One bathroom turns left...

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RE: Why are so many people getting tripped up by bathroom sink installs lately?

I swear, the first time I tried to swap out my bathroom sink drain, I thought those flex pipes were a gift from the home improvement gods. Fast forwar...

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RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons

Title: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons I’m right there with you on the tech vs. old school debate. When I bought my place last year, I was...

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RE: Dealing with the aftermath: How do you actually dry out a flooded basement?

Denim insulation seems like a cool idea until it’s soaking wet and suddenly your basement smells like a high school locker room. I tried to save some ...

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

I hear you on the “just a washer” turning into a full-on plumbing mystery. Last time I tried to fix a slow drip, I ended up with a mini flood and a ve...

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RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down

Not to be a contrarian, but I’m on team “just buy the new shower head.” I tried the whole vinegar soak, poking at holes with a toothpick, even checked...

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

I get where you’re coming from—under-sink traps are definitely the “grab a clothespin for your nose and power through” option. But, I’ll be honest, af...

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RE: SEPTIC SYSTEM NIGHTMARES: DID YOU KNOW THIS?

Honestly, I feel this in my soul. When we moved in, I had all these Pinterest dreams of wildflower meadows over the septic. Then my neighbor told me a...

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RE: Water pressure woes—anyone else dealt with this?

Yeah, I learned real quick that brute force is not my friend when it comes to fixtures. Vinegar’s slow, but at least I’m not buying a new faucet every...

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RE: Drain upkeep tips after seeing that crazy news story

Honestly, I never gave drain care a second thought until I bought my place last year. After my sink started draining at the speed of molasses, I did t...

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