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RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code - how I do it
I totally get the logic behind swapping valves on a schedule, but honestly, I tend to push things as far as I can before replacing - mostly for budget reasons. I did have one start leaking behind the washing machine last...
RE: Why do faucet handles turn opposite ways?
I totally get where you’re coming from. Those quirky handles can be a pain at first, but if they help you pause and save a bit on the water bill, that’s a win in my book. I’ve actually started timing my showers just to s...
RE: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots
I’ve wondered about the glued vs. gasketed thing too, especially since I’m always looking for ways to save a few bucks without cutting corners. When I replaced a section of my old clay pipe last year, I went with glued j...
RE: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots
Copper sulfate always seemed like a quick fix to me, too. I actually went down the rabbit hole with this last year when our main line kept backing up every few months. Here’s what I ended up doing, step by step, and it m...
RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons
I’ve definitely been guilty of thinking “the tighter, the better” when it comes to crawlspace vents, but after a couple of soggy summers, I learned the hard way that airflow matters. My budget’s tight, so I try to keep t...
RE: need some advice on plumbing stuff for DIY bathroom fix-up
I've been thinking about flange height too, since I'm about to tackle my bathroom soon. How exactly do you measure if it's recessed or not? Do you just eyeball it or is there a specific tool or method that's best? I'm tr...
RE: Help, my basement drain's backing up again...
Curious, roughly how much did replacing that pipe section set you back? Trying to weigh the long-term savings vs. the immediate hit to my wallet... Also, how disruptive was the actual replacement process?
RE: Handy shortcuts for finding plumbing info quick
Sharpie notes inside the cabinet - that's clever, hadn't thought of that one. I've been trying to organize my plumbing info on a budget (no fancy laminators here, haha). Currently, I just have a basic notebook with quick...