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RE: Rainwater toilets and greywater showers: City tries new water-saving tricks
- Couldn’t agree more. I’ve been called out to fix plenty of “tried and true” setups that went sideways after a cold snap or a critter chewed through insulation. - Last winter, had a job where an old copper line froze an...
RE: Saving water in the shower actually worked for me
- Water softeners definitely cut down on the constant scrubbing. - Vinegar works, but it’s a band-aid if your water’s really hard. - I’ve seen folks try those magnetic “no-salt” gadgets - never seen one actually work...
RE: When is it time to swap out old pipes?
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve seen some nasty surprises when folks wait too long. Had a call last winter - old galvanized pipes, no leaks visible, but then a pinhole burst overnight and flooded the basement. H...
RE: Kitchen sink disaster - DIY or call a plumber?
Totally agree - forcing old fittings is asking for trouble. Seen too many folks try to muscle through and end up with water everywhere. Here’s my add-on: - Always double-check the age of your shutoff valves. Some of tho...
RE: How much did you pay to fix your fridge's ice maker?
- 100% agree. Gasket swaps look simple on YouTube, but in real life, you’re fighting warped plastic and stubborn corners. - $120 for the part is a solid deal. I’ve seen some brands charge double for the same chunk of r...
RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick
- Laminated diagrams are solid, no doubt. I’ve seen them save time in panicked situations. - QR codes are only as good as the info behind them. If nobody updates the linked instructions, it’s just a fancy sticker. - When...
RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick
Couldn’t agree more. When a pipe’s spraying, last thing I want is to fumble with my phone or a dead flashlight. I keep a roll of masking tape and a Sharpie in the toolbox - just slap a label on anything new right away. N...
RE: What if your street flooded because drains were clogged?
- In my experience, city crews only break out the cameras when there’s been a repeat issue or a major backup - like water in basements or a full street flood. - If you’re just seeing surface water, they’ll usually just c...
RE: Cracked Sink Dilemma: DIY Kit or Professional Fix?
- If you’re just dealing with a small chip, yeah, a pro patch can hold for a bit, but you’re always rolling the dice. - Water’s the real enemy. Once it sneaks under, you’re in for swelling, stains, and eventually the p...
RE: Sink monster making weird noises and not grinding right
Yeah, you'd be surprised what I've pulled out of disposals over the years... coins, screws, even a Lego piece once (still wondering how that got there). Glass shards are sneaky though - tiny but cause a racket. Quick tip...
RE: why is documenting plumbing connections such a nightmare?
Had a similar experience myself a while back - magnetic lights are handy, but there's definitely a downside: - Was called out for an emergency repair job on a commercial site, water pressure was fluctuating all over the...
RE: Burst pipe panic: what would you do?
Exactly this. Had a pipe burst last winter - total nightmare. First move was shutting off water and patching the pipe temporarily with a clamp kit (always keep one handy). Got me through the night, but next day I replace...