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RE: Under sink vs. countertop filters: which is less hassle to install?
Not totally convinced under sink is always the “cleaner” option, at least in terms of hassle. Here’s where I’m coming from: - That’s a big “if.” My house was built in the 70s and nothing under there is standard. Last...
RE: Plumber on speed dial vs. plumbing apps - what's your go-to?
- Had a leak under the sink last year - middle of the night, of course. Tried one of those apps out of desperation. Guy showed up, but honestly, I felt like I was rolling the dice. - My regular plumber might cost a bit m...
RE: are water-saving toilets really worth the hype?
I've had mixed luck with these things myself: - Installed a budget water-saving toilet from a big-box store last year... honestly, it was pretty disappointing. Had to flush twice half the time, which defeats the whole p...
RE: need some advice on plumbing stuff for DIY bathroom fix-up
I've had mixed luck with heat tape myself: - Had one fail after just two winters - no warning, just stopped working. - Another's been going strong for 6+ years now without a hiccup. Seems like quality varies quite a bi...
RE: toilet disaster strikes again... help needed asap
Yeah, I went the shim route once too - worked okay-ish for a while, but eventually had to bite the bullet and redo it properly. Honestly, caulk can hide a lot of sins, but it's not exactly a long-term fix if the floor's ...
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