I’ve tried the ice cream lid trick before—worked for a while, but you’re right, the heat down there just wrecked them after a year or so. One even war...

Agreed—epoxy might buy you a few weeks if you’re really in a pinch, but once that rust shows up in the water, it’s game over. I’ve tried squeezing ext...

Had a similar issue in one of my rentals last year. Tried plumber's tape first—didn't really help much. Ended up swapping for a mid-range showerhead, ...

I've considered a greywater setup myself, but hearing about the soap issues makes me hesitate a bit. Good to know it's manageable with the right deter...

I've messed around with different bucket sizes myself, and honestly, bigger does mean less frequent emptying, which is nice. But after a certain point...

Yeah, enzyme cleaners have saved me a few plumber calls over the years. Definitely slower, but worth it if you're patient. Ever tried those drain stic...