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RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons
Man, I totally get what you mean about the “babysitting” part. Our old place was basically a wind tunnel - never had to worry about condensation, but you could feel a breeze standing in the hallway. Now, in our new build...
RE: Saving water in the shower actually worked for me
I hear you on the “mist you and call it a day” types - had one of those in my old apartment and it was like showering in a gentle fog. Not exactly the spa experience I was hoping for. I’ve definitely noticed what you’re ...
RE: Best ways to prep your home for sudden flooding?
Honestly, I laughed at the “slap some caulk on it” approach because that’s been my go-to for way too long. It’s like putting a Band-Aid on a leaky pipe - works until it doesn’t, right? I finally got tired of soggy cardbo...
RE: Best ways to prep your home for sudden flooding?
Solar’s actually saved my butt before, but I get the skepticism. I used to think the same thing until our power went out for almost two days during a storm last year. Our battery backup (charged by solar) kept the fridg...
RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down
Oh, the “mystery metal” pipes - had one that turned out to be some kind of ancient alloy that basically dissolved if you looked at it sideways. I’m with you on the vinegar soak, though. I try to keep things green, so I s...
RE: Water pressure woes - anyone else dealt with this?
Totally agree on checking the easy stuff first. I once spent half a Saturday convinced my pipes were plotting against me, only to find a chunk of gunk in the bathroom faucet aerator. Felt like a detective who solved the ...
RE: Kitchen sink disaster - DIY or call a plumber?
You’re preaching to the choir here. I used to be all “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” until I found out my kitchen cabinet was basically a science experiment growing under the sink. The outside looked fine, but underne...
RE: What if your street flooded because drains were clogged?
Been there, done that - once found a soggy Barbie and half a sandwich in ours. I get what you mean about it not being fair, but waiting for the city here means you’ll need a canoe. Has anybody tried organizing a neighbor...