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RE: Touchless taps and other faucet surprises
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had pretty good luck with the hybrids. The manual override is a lifesaver when the sensor acts up or the batteries die - no crawling under the sink mid-dinner. Sure, ther...
RE: When your heater ignores the thermostat: what would you do?
Yeah, I’ve lost count of how many “dead” furnaces just needed a new filter. I get the draw of smart filters, but honestly, most folks just need a reminder - sticky note, phone alarm, whatever works. Overcomplicating it s...
RE: What would you do if your septic tank alarm went off while you’re on vacation?
Yeah, I’ve run into those float switch issues more times than I can count. Sometimes it’s just a sticky switch or a spider nest in the box - seriously, you’d be surprised what critters get in there. I agree about the ded...
RE: Choosing between in-kitchen and underground grease traps - what would you do?
That’s a totally fair point - those underground traps can be a real pain when they’re neglected. I’ve had my fair share of “surprise” cleanups that made me wish I’d stuck with the messier but more obvious in-kitchen setu...
RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down
Taking the showerhead apart is definitely the way to go if you’re dealing with years of mineral crud, especially in older places. I’ve seen some so clogged up that vinegar alone just doesn’t cut it - sometimes you need t...
RE: Quick fixes for surprise water disasters - does pipe tape actually work?
Been there, done that - pipe tape is really just a stopgap for anything more than a slow drip at a threaded joint. I’ve actually had better luck with those epoxy putty sticks you mentioned. Last winter, I used one on a p...
RE: Getting more hot water from my solar heater - what am I missing?
I get what you’re saying about the mixing valve, but honestly, I don’t see as many issues with them as folks make out - at least not if you go with a decent brand. Sure, the cheaper ones can stick or leak, but I’ve seen ...
RE: why is documenting plumbing connections such a nightmare?
Honestly, I think it’s less about the method and more about maintenance culture. You can slap stainless tags or laser-etched labels on, but if nobody updates them when things change, they’re useless. I’d rather have a me...