• kreekybonez@sh.itjust.works
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    3 days ago

    metal detectors work wonders for finding gates! that, and a long poking-stick to make sure it’s the right thing before pulling up the sod

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      3 days ago

      My cleanouts are PVC. All you get is the stick. I’ve learned that as soon as they’re located, put a couple bricks and a lawn ornament on top.

      Edit: misread… you can definitely find the shutoff with a metal detector. Mine will twist your ankle though, no mystery where it is.