That’s a solid approach. I’ve seen way too many tenants go at fixtures with the wrong stuff and end up costing themselves their deposit. Quick wipe-do...

Mixing both systems sounds good in theory, but in practice, it’s a headache. I tried routing rainwater to toilets and greywater to irrigation—ended up...

Honestly, unless you’re seeing water stains or smelling anything funky, I wouldn’t bother yanking the whole vanity out. That’s a lot of hassle for pea...

You nailed it about the gaps—doesn’t matter how fancy the insulation is if there’s a spot left open. I’ve had tenants call about “leaks” that were jus...

I hear you on the enzyme cleaners—sometimes they just make things smell weird and don’t do much else. Snakes are my go-to too, but I always warn tenan...

Good call on the sediment buildup—had that happen once myself. Another sneaky culprit I've run into is partially closed or failing shut-off valves. Th...

Good tips here, especially the aerators—been there myself. Also, don't overlook checking your main shut-off valve. Had mine partially closed once afte...

Yeah, plastic fittings can be tempting for the price, but I've learned to steer clear after a similar mess. Brass or copper might cost more upfront, b...

Fair point about priorities, but I'd be cautious about letting grime build up too much. I've seen silicone sleeves trap moisture and dirt over time, w...

Yeah, vinegar soak usually helps a bit, but if the buildup's heavy, you'll still need manual cleaning. Also, careful with poking—seen tenants damage s...

Exactly my thinking. I installed a greywater system in one of my rentals a few years back—seemed like a great idea at first, but tenants started using...

Had a similar experience with bamboo shelves in one of my rental bathrooms. Thought they'd look nice and eco-friendly, but within weeks they started w...