Archive for the ‘Hot Water Plumbing’ Category

7 easy ways to extend the life of your Water Heater

Saturday, May 22nd, 2010

As  we head into winter, and your heading home for a shower after work or rugby or netball training

Have you ever turned on a hot water tap and the water was cold?

There are many plumbing fixtures around your home, the bath or hand basin, kitchen sink, of course the toilet.

Some homes, offices and small business  have multiple toilets, showers and basins.

As we move into the cooler months the average hot water heater becomes more important at all these plumbing fixtures.

Its easy to take this often ignored asset to your home or office for granted. Some simple actions will prolong the life of your storage water heater.

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How to Prolong the Life of Your Mains Pressure Hot Water Heater

Saturday, April 10th, 2010

The lifespan of a water heater is about eight to twelve years, depending on whether it is inside or out, near the ocean, or you carryout simple maintenance procedures. Modern tanks are lined with steel, and this lining can break down over time. Here are some tips to prolong the life of your mains pressure hot water heater.

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