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thomasq67
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RE: Finding and fixing sneaky leaks at home actually worked
I get where you’re coming from - manual checks are tried and true. Still, I’ve read that some leaks can go undetected for weeks, especially in places you don’t think to look often. That’s been my approach too, but I’m c...
RE: Why does my bathroom always smell like a pool?
That “pool” smell really threw me off the first time I deep cleaned my bathroom, too. I’d picked up a “fresh scent” tile cleaner, thinking it’d be milder than bleach, but after using it, the whole room smelled like a YMC...
RE: When your basement smells like rotten eggs: weird facts about wastewater mishaps
I’ve wondered about that too - how small is “small enough” for mesh? I read somewhere that mice can squeeze through a hole the size of a dime, which is kind of wild. Anyone tried layering different mesh sizes, or is that...
RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code - how I do it
I’m with you on the silicone O-rings - those cheap rubber ones always seemed to dry out or crack way too fast. I do wonder, though, if anyone’s tried those “leak detection” sensors you stick under sinks? I keep thinking ...
RE: Gravel Vs. Corrugated Pipe: Which Works Better For Drain Fixes?
I’m in the same boat - first drain project and I went with the classic gravel and fabric setup, even though corrugated pipe sounded way easier. But yeah, I read too many horror stories about socked pipe filling up with c...
RE: Touchless taps and other faucet surprises
I get what you mean about the “smart” upgrades sometimes being more hassle than they’re worth. I installed a touchless faucet in my kitchen last month, mostly because I thought it’d be more hygienic when handling raw mea...
RE: When your water heater goes rogue: quick fixes and hacks
Honestly, I didn't even know water leak detector pads existed until a month after moving in - wish I'd found out sooner. I had this super minor drip from the pressure relief valve, barely noticeable, but over time it lef...