I’ve wrestled with those old valves plenty of times, and honestly, I’ve had mixed results. Sometimes a little patience and a pair of channel locks wil...
That’s pretty much my approach too, especially after dealing with a hidden leak that turned into a tenant’s nightmare. Here’s how I usually handle the...
That’s the kicker, right there. I’ve had tenants who thought the indoor trap was “out of sight, out of mind”... until the whole kitchen smelled like a...
PLUMBING TIPS THAT CHANGE WITH THE SEASONS I hear you on not wanting to crawl under the house mid-winter—been there, regretted that. Those thermostat...
Getting That Stubborn Dishwasher Working Again Without Calling a Repair Guy Those filters are a nightmare, aren’t they? I’ve done this routine more t...
I’ve run into that domino effect more times than I care to admit. Last time, I just wanted to swap out a leaky sink, but once I pulled it, the particl...
You’re spot on about the old-school fixtures just lasting. I’ve swapped out a ton of faucets over the years, and honestly, the ones with fewer moving ...
True, debris can be a headache, but I'd argue that occasional checking might not be enough if you're dealing with aggressive tree roots. From experien...
Haha, couldn't have said it better myself. I've had my fair share of kitchen floods too—usually at the worst possible times. You're spot-on about bras...
I've actually found brass fittings worth the extra cost in the long run. Sure, nylon reinforced ones are a step up from basic plastic, but like you sa...
Yeah, been there myself with older properties—pressure valves help, but they're not a cure-all if your pipes are ancient. One thing I'd add is checkin...
Totally agree—citrus peels are tricky. Baking soda and vinegar is my go-to as well. One extra tip: flush with hot water afterward. Keeps things flowin...
If your heater's already acting up and it's older, flushing can indeed be risky—especially if it hasn't been regularly maintained. Before you dive in,...
Yeah, that's a fair point. I've dealt with this issue in a few of my rental units, and sometimes it's not even the showerhead itself—could be your bui...