Totally get what you mean about the photo thing—been there, done that, and ended up scrolling through a sea of nearly identical pipe pics. The zip tie...

I’ve definitely seen the aftermath of someone going wild with pliers and ending up with a cracked showerhead or stripped threads—sometimes less is mor...

That’s spot on. I’ve seen plenty of “temporary” fixes last way longer than anyone expected, especially in high-traffic rentals. Sometimes it’s just ab...

Coarse sand can definitely help with drainage, but I've seen it shift around foundations after heavy rains or snowmelt. Might wanna consider adding so...

True, plumber's tape isn't magic, but I wouldn't undersell it either. I've seen plenty of DIYers struggle with paste because it's messy and harder to ...

I've tried the baking soda and vinegar thing a few times, and honestly, I'm not convinced it's doing much beyond the initial fizz. Yeah, it looks impr...

First-flush diverters are great, but I've seen some setups where the diverted water just pools near the foundation—definitely not ideal long-term. Did...

I've noticed stainless steel showerheads seem to handle buildup a bit better than plastic ones. Plastic seems to scratch easier, giving minerals more ...

Yeah, rodents and PEX can be a nightmare combo if you're not careful. I've seen a few homes during inspections where mice had a field day chewing thro...

Yeah, fatbergs are definitely a thing, and they're no joke. I've had to deal with a few nasty blockages in my line of work, and trust me, hot water do...