Totally agree—install quality is everything. I’ve had tenants crank the pressure up and end up calling me about leaks or loose fittings. Medium settin...

Honestly, that’s pretty much how I’ve handled a lot of basement headaches over the years. Dehumidifiers are a lifesaver, especially in older houses wh...

I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had better luck with hand-powered augers for tough clogs. Yeah, they’re messy if you’re not careful,...

Yeah, I’ve learned the hard way—always shut off the main if you’re even a little unsure. It’s a pain, but one burst fitting and you’ll wish you had. O...

Manual faucets are definitely reliable, but I've actually had decent luck with mid-range sensor faucets in a few of my rentals. The key seems to be wi...

That's spot-on advice. Enzyme treatments have been a lifesaver for me too—especially in older houses with finicky plumbing systems. I manage a couple ...

Had a tenant complaining about knocking noises once—turned out to be brackets too. Pipes were vibrating against an old joist. Couple foam pads and tig...

Totally agree on the plunging thing—it's funny how much stress a toilet can cause, right? I've swapped out toilets in several rental units over the ye...

Replacing early usually does save headaches, but I've had decent luck extending the life of older heaters by installing a whole-house water filter. It...