Metal tags are definitely the way to go, even if they’re a pain to set up. I’ve had plastic ones basically disintegrate after a couple years—total was...

Shrink-wrap labels are actually pretty solid if you want something that doesn’t peel or get gross, but I’ve found they can be a pain if you ever need ...

I get where you’re coming from, but I’m not convinced every musty smell or temp swing means disaster behind the walls. Sometimes it’s just old house q...

Title: Green Plumbing Showdown: Greywater Recycling vs Rainwater Harvesting I’ve looked into those “plug-and-play” greywater kits too, but honestly, ...

Had a similar situation last winter—pipe started dripping late at night, and I thought plumber's tape would hold it till morning. Nope. Woke up to a b...

Totally hear you on the tankless hesitation. I went through a similar thought process when my old water heater started showing signs of rust and leaki...

I've seen a lot of folks swear by the layered bucket method, and honestly, it's hard to beat for simplicity and cost. But from experience, I'd say it ...

I've tried the bucket-under-the-sink thing, and honestly, it just turned into a catch-all for random cleaning supplies and plastic bags. Not exactly h...

Had a similar issue last year... plunging only made it worse for me too. Honestly, before you resort to harsh chemicals or expensive plumbers, try a t...