Plumbing discussions and local services.
wildlife_dennis7317
Discussion activity
Topics and replies this member has contributed.
RE: Commercial restroom toilet flushes by itself every few minutes
For commercial restrooms, match the replacement flapper or seal to the fixture’s flush-valve design rather than relying on a universal part. Hard-water deposits can roughen or distort the seat, and some commercial bowl o...
RE: Swapping out the flush: living with a composting toilet
Honestly, I learned the hard way that “maintenance-free” is just marketing talk. My first year with a composting toilet, I skipped a couple of checks thinking it’d be fine - ended up with a nasty smell and a soft spot in...
RE: why is documenting plumbing connections such a nightmare?
Ever tried those biodegradable paper tags? I know they sound flimsy, but in my experience, they actually hold up pretty well if you’re not dealing with constant leaks. Plus, no sharp edges or plastic waste. Curious why m...
RE: Burst pipe panic: what would you do?
Yeah, I get where you’re coming from. I’ve only used a moisture meter once, after a major leak, and honestly, it mostly confirmed what I could already see and smell. For small stuff, I just open windows, run a fan, and c...
RE: green plumbing showdown: greywater recycling vs rainwater harvesting
Yeah, smells can definitely be a thing with greywater, but in my experience it’s usually when there’s standing water or the system isn’t flushed regularly. I had a mild odor issue once when hair and soap built up in the ...
RE: finally figured out my boiler plumbing - anyone else find it tricky?
I hear you on the hindsight thing - every time I’ve had to rip up a floor twice, I swear I’ll never do it again. Curious, has anyone tried using PEX for these old boiler lines instead of sticking with copper? I keep read...