Yeah, poking the holes almost always does more harm than good—seen a lot of scratched-up shower heads that way. Vinegar’s decent for light buildup, bu...

That’s a good call. I’ve seen hoses that looked fine until you actually bent them a bit—then they’d split right open. Last winter, I had a job where t...

It’s funny how much focus gets put on the material when, in reality, I’ve seen just as many leaks from a poorly lined-up drain as from any valve or ad...

I’ve seen folks in a panic, running around the basement, water spraying everywhere, and they have no clue where that shut-off is. Doesn’t matter how f...

Honestly, you nailed it with the “never-ending science experiment” bit. I’ve seen folks block off vents thinking it’ll help, but then the system gets ...

Yep, exactly this. Had a similar issue at my place last year—turned out a couple brackets had loosened over time and the pipes were rattling against t...

Your step-by-step breakdown is spot-on from a professional standpoint. DIY kits can definitely do the trick if you're patient and careful, exactly as ...

Good point about sensor placement—it's definitely helpful, but you're right to be cautious. I've seen similar situations myself. Had a client once who...

Good call on the washers—often overlooked but usually the culprit. Another thing to consider is checking the showerhead's internal screen filter. Some...

Eco-friendly epoxy can be a decent option for countertops or decorative surfaces, but porcelain sinks are a bit trickier. Porcelain has a smooth, non-...

Good point about checking alignment first—seen that mistake more times than I can count. Another thing folks overlook is the wall support behind the p...