Had a similar experience once—thought I'd save a few bucks replacing a toilet valve. Ended up flooding half the bathroom floor...lesson learned. Now, if it's anything beyond tightening a bolt or swapping washers, I call in the pros. Peace of mind beats potential savings every time.
"Peace of mind beats potential savings every time."
Couldn't agree more. I've tackled plenty of DIY plumbing jobs, and while some went smoothly, others...well, let's just say I learned the hard way too. For basic stuff—leaky faucets, clogged drains—DIY is usually fine. But for anything involving valves or pipes behind walls, it's worth getting a pro. A small mistake can quickly turn into a costly headache. Better safe than sorry.
Totally relate to this. I once tried installing a new bathroom sink myself—looked easy enough on YouTube, right? Two hours and one flooded cabinet later, I was calling for backup. Lesson learned: some things are just worth the peace of mind...
Haha, been there myself—YouTube makes everything look deceptively simple, doesn't it? Have you considered the eco-angle too? Sometimes DIY plumbing can lead to unnoticed leaks or inefficiencies that waste water over time. Hiring a pro might cost more upfront, but could save resources (and headaches) down the line. Ever thought about how much water a tiny drip can waste over a year...? It's pretty eye-opening.
Good point about the eco-angle, but honestly, I've done plenty of DIY plumbing without issues—just gotta be thorough. I usually double-check connections and keep an eye out for drips afterward. But now you've got me thinking... anyone here ever actually measured how much water they're losing from a tiny leak? Might be worth setting up a bucket test sometime just to see.
