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Why Add Temperature Controllers to Your Hot Water System?

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While hot water units dispense hot water to your taps, the temperature of the water won’t necessarily be right for you all the time. Depending on what you use the taps for, you may need different water temperatures. You may spend a lot of your time juggling hot and cold taps to get the right heat level for your needs. Adding temperature controllers to your system may make things easier. How do these controllers work and what are their benefits? Read More»

4 Summer Tips to Protect Your Plumbing

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Most people are aware that they need to take care during winter to protect their plumbing from freezing, but did you know that summer can also put your pipes at risk? In fact, many plumbing issues arise most commonly in the summer. Use these tips to keep your plumbing working well all summer long. 1. Check Sprinklers Carefully A leak in a sprinkler system can lead to huge water bills and waterlogging in part of your garden. Read More»

What to Do When the Plumbing in Your House Turns Against You

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The plumbing in your home is one of the many important systems that isn’t clearly visible; hence, many homeowners don’t think about it a lot. When your plumbing system malfunctions, though, it can cause serious water damage, making your life more difficult. Time is a factor If you’re unlucky enough to experience a malfunction in your plumbing, it’s important to get it fixed as soon as possible. A clog can cause all sorts of bacteria hiding in the tubes to rise to the surface, along with unpleasant smells and general discomfort. Read More»

Great Grates: The Advantages Of Choosing Stainless-Steel Drainage Grates For Your New Public Showers

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Public shower systems are an important part of many businesses and can be found in humble roadside truck stops and sprawling hotel complexes alike. However, allowing water to drain away easily from your shower block is just as important as pumping sufficient water to it, and to be able to withstand constant, heavy use from a wide variety of patrons, the drains in your showers will have to be robust. Floor-level trench drains are the most common drainage option used in public showers and are both reliable and capable of draining away large quantities of water quickly. Read More»

Hot Water Systems: Three Practical Improvements for Reducing Energy Expenses

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Residential hot water systems ensure convenience when handling tasks such as washing dishes and clothes, and they ensure the comfort of the family by providing heated water for showers. Unfortunately, the cost of heating water for these regular and essential processes can be high. Therefore, if you are looking for ways to manage your energy bills, you should think about making some changes to your hot water system. Here are some practical tips to help you enjoy lower water heating bills. Read More»

Common Causes of Household Clogs and How to Prevent Them

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Clogged sinks and toilets are a nasty business, which is why preventing those clogs is much better than just trying to clear them when they do occur! Understanding the most common causes of blocked drains can ensure that you prevent them as much as possible and that your home’s plumbing is always in good order. While only a plumber can tell you the cause of a particular clog, or of persistent clogs, in your home, note a few tips to keep in mind. Read More»

Various Ways Problems With Your Pool Pump May Manifest

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Your swimming pool would be incomplete without a pool pump as this nifty piece of equipment is tasked with ensuring the water remains clean, which subsequently makes sure that it is safe for swimming in. Nevertheless, just like most other mechanical components, the pump can acquire some damage due to the heavy-duty work that it performs. Although there are some minor problems that you could easily handle on your own, serious issues with your pool pump should exclusively be left to a professional contractor. Read More»

Student Plumbing Tips

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Being a student is one of the best things you can do to get more opportunities, but it can often leave you a little short on money and on a busy schedule. Living away from home in student accommodation can add to these costs, and with multiple people living and working together, it’s inevitable that your house or flat will get damaged. One of the worst thing for a house full of students to encounter is problems with the plumbing. Read More»

5 Tips to Use in the Kitchen Protect Your Plumbing

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Blocked drains are a common plumbing problem that homeowners face, but a few simple tips can help you avoid them. Whether you are cooking, cleaning, or washing dishes, use these tips in the kitchen to avoid a plumbing disaster. 1. Collect Cooking Fat One of the biggest mistakes people make in the kitchen is pouring their cooking oil or grease down the drain. Although hot fat is liquid, it quickly solidifies once it enters the cold pipes and can form a blockage that you may need a plumber to remove. Read More»

Essential Factors to Consider When Installing a New Toilet

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So you have decided to replace that old toilet in your bathroom with a new one. Toilet replacement is not a project that is often undertaken; therefore, you need to put much thought and consideration into the process. Advancements in technology have led to the manufacture of modern toilets which are efficient and convenient to use. As you consider replacing this prominent fixture in your bathroom, you should have the following things in mind to ensure that you get the most value from the renovation. Read More»