How HouseIt approaches plumbing & water problems
Use scope and timing to separate local fixture issues from whole-house or main-line patterns. This cluster is organized by decision type—diagnosis, severity, sizing, repair-versus-replace or selection—so several long-tail questions can use one deeper engine rather than generating duplicate tools.
What information changes the result
Common decision inputs in this cluster include fixture scope, hot water pressure, cold water pressure, main drain, leak, sump pump, hardness, water softener. HouseIt asks for these progressively and keeps unknown values explicit.
Where an online check stops
Escalate active leaks near electrical equipment and major/hidden water damage.