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RE: Water pooling in basement - could it be a sneaky drain issue?
Ain’t that the truth. I’ve lost count of how many times it’s just a clogged exterior drain or a downspout dumping too close to the foundation. Folks jump to worst-case scenarios, but it’s usually something basic. I alway...
RE: WHEN YOUR LAWN TURNS INTO A SWAMP AFTER EVERY RAINSTORM
WHEN YOUR LAWN TURNS INTO A SWAMP AFTER EVERY RAINSTORM Clay soil’s a real pain, no doubt. I’ve dealt with it at a couple properties and honestly, those French drain kits can help if you install them right - just don’t ...
RE: WHEN YOUR LAWN TURNS INTO A SWAMP AFTER EVERY RAINSTORM
Tying the downspouts straight into a drain line’s saved me a ton of headaches - beats watching the water pool up every spring. Dry wells? In my experience, if your soil’s heavy clay, they just turn into mud pits after a ...
RE: Quick fixes for surprise water disasters - does pipe tape actually work?
Honestly, I've had mixed luck with tape. Like you said, but sometimes even less if the water pressure spikes. I’ve had it peel off overnight. Clamps or even a hose and some zip ties have saved me more than once. Tape’s ...
RE: Why does swapping out a busted ice maker cost so much?
Yeah, that’s the part that gets me too. I’ve had tenants call about something as small as a broken clip, and suddenly we’re looking at replacing the whole unit. It’s not just wasteful - it’s expensive. Honestly, sometime...