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RE: A compact dry well may not fit every roof-runoff site
If both layouts appear viable, I’d give more weight to a comfortable margin in whichever soil or groundwater condition is limiting than to saving space. A layout that only just passes the site constraints seems less reas...
RE: Water pooling around my basement - anyone else had to dig up their yard?
Been there. The French drain is usually the only real fix once pooling gets bad. I’ve had to do it at two rentals - always ends up being more labor than you think. One thing I found: make sure your slope is right all the...
RE: How do you handle the dirty work: DIY or call in the pros?
No shame at all - honestly, knowing when to call a pro saves you time and headaches. I’ve seen way too many DIY disasters in rentals... water everywhere, wires crossed, you name it. Stick to what you’re comfortable with,...
RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code - how I do it
I get the hesitation with compression fittings and push-to-connects, but honestly, I’ve had more issues with old solder joints than with the newer stuff. Maybe it’s just luck, or maybe it’s because a lot of the older wor...