Main Sewer Line Problems | #094

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Taxes, Voting, Recycling—oh my! After navigating this jungle of grown-up responsibilities together, we're taking a quick summer breather to recharge our adulting batteries. But before we temporarily hang up our responsible pants, join us for this special episode packed with our favorite kernels of wisdom from the season so far AND get an exclusive preview of the fresh adulting adventures awaiting you when Grown-Up Stuff returns in late summer! Think of this episode as your adulting victory lap—complete with confetti and zero paperwork required! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Maybe you've never had to think about it because it's never happened to you, yet. A main sewer line backup will ruin anyone's day. Unclogging, repair, and replacement can all be very expensive when you hire a pro. We'll discuss what you can DIY and leave you with some knowledge to help you navigate hiring pro should it get to that point.
Tim wrapped up the show with his bonus segment answering the question, "What makes a good sunset?"

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