Do you know your water heater temperature ? To know if your hot water heater is operating at the correct temperature, let the faucet run long enough for the heated water to flow out and then fill a coffee cup
Small children and hot water.
Small children and hot water. Small children and hot water do not mix very well. If you have small children and you have concerns about them getting burned by your hot water faucets, you can have anti-scald faucets installed in
Pipes under concrete.
Pipes under concrete. If you have to install pipes under concrete made sure that your trench is uniform and the correct depth and proper slope. Make sure there are no high spots or low spots in the trench. High spots
Is hiring a plumber a waste of your money?
Is hiring a plumber a waste of your money? Is using the services of a plumbing expert a waste of your hard earned money? Some people think so and this is a dangerous habit that could lead to even more
Copper water lines have different grades.
Copper water lines have different grades. Copper water lines used in your home or building have different grades. They are standard Type M or thick wall Type L. There is also a Type K copper pipe which is used underground
Running a pipe through a wall.
Running a pipe through a wall. If you have to run a pipe through a wall stud, floor or ceiling joists always make your hole is slightly larger than the pipe. Pipe expands when warm or hot water pass through