If you are preparing to buy a home, or if you have just purchased a home, then you might know that there are many things that you have to think about and do. When thinking about all of these things, you might not have yet thought about replacing the hot water system in the house that you’re buying. However, this might be something that you’ll need to do. These are all signs that you should start looking into a hot water system replacement as soon as possible after purchasing your home. Read More»
Since water heaters mainly comprise copper, stainless steel, and steel components, they may corrode after sitting in water continuously. Luckily, manufacturers install an anode rod in your hot water tank to prevent corrosion. The anode rod acts as a sacrificial rod by attracting all corrosive elements in your tank so that the rod corrodes and your water heater does not.
However, your anode rod can deteriorate over time and lose its effectiveness. Read More»
If you are experiencing problems such as multiple leaks in your residential water supply system, consider the option of replacing the plumbing pipes. In general, plumbing pipes are durable and can withstand the pressure of constant use. However, these channels are not infallible. Over time, the pipes will deteriorate due to natural ageing and corrosion. Some accidental damage might also occur due to natural disasters or residential mishaps. If you have noticed signs of widespread pipe deterioration, use these basic tips to plan for your repiping project. Read More»
Most tank water heaters have components made of stainless steel, steel and copper. When metals sit in water for a long period, they can experience galvanic corrosion. Therefore, to protect water heaters from corrosion, manufacturers place a sacrificial anode rod in the tank. The sacrificial metal oxidizes and corrodes more quickly than the water heater, thereby protecting the tank from damage.
Over time, the anode rod corrodes completely and cannot protect the tank from galvanic corrosion. Read More»
If you pump water into your home from a rainwater tank, then you rely on the pumping system to give you water when you need it. If your pump stops working normally, then it might need a repair. Or, you might need to replace it.
Before you decide what to do, try to work out what has gone wrong. Why do these water tank pumps stop working?
1. Leaks
If you feed your rainwater into your toilets or washing machine, then internal leaks in your general plumbing system can affect how well your water pump works. Read More»
