Talked with a tenant over the weekend who fixed a leaking toilet flapper with a zip tie instead of calling me

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Honestly, isn't a working fix still a win though? If the zip tie holds and it's not causing issues, maybe they just saved themselves a headache and a few bucks for a part that's basically the same price. Sure, it's not textbook, but sometimes you gotta respect the hustle.

valw3628d ago

I saw something the other day about how people are getting really creative with zip ties and household repairs. Honestly, that's kind of impressive for a flapper, but also a little scary if you think about it. Like, if they're doing that, what else are they jury-rigging that might actually flood the place? You gotta give them some credit for being handy, but it's still your responsibility if that thing breaks again and causes damage. Probably worth having a friendly chat about calling you first next time, just so you can make sure it's done right and not a ticking time bomb.

nelson.nancy28d ago

And a zip tie?" That's the detail that got me. You're telling me they fixed a leaking toilet flapper with a piece of plastic that's meant for bundling cables together? I'm genuinely shocked. I mean, I get that people want to save a few bucks, but a flapper is like eight dollars at the hardware store. It's not exactly a major investment. And if that zip tie breaks in the middle of the night, you're looking at a running toilet that could cost way more in water waste than a proper part. Honestly, it's kind of impressive they even thought of it, but I'd be worried about what else they're "fixing" with random junk from the garage. Definitely worth a calm chat about calling you next time.