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Why Do I Keep Running Out of Hot Water?

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  A warm and refreshing shower at the end of the day can melt away your stress, help you sleep better at night, and feel relaxed. The last thing you want is your hot water supply being disrupted all of a sudden.    Here’s why it might happen:   You’re using too many appliances at the same time.   At times, your hot water supply can also reduce because too many appliances are using hot water simultaneously. If you’re showering and someone else in the house is running hot water in the kitchen sink—you might start noticing some cold water pouring down the shower. This is why you should avoid using dishwashers and washing machines right before you intend to take a shower.   You have an incorrectly sized water heater.   Let’s talk about sizing your water heater correctly . Start by listing the number of hot water devices that you’re using. Add up their flow rates and determine the desired flow rate. This is calculated in terms of gallons per minute. Let’s say, you require a 0.75 gallons per
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Burst Pipe? Here’s What to Do!

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There are multiple things that could go wrong in a residential plumbing system , but a burst pipe is the most disastrous of them all! From washing machine issues to leaky faucets and clogged kitchen sinks, there’s nothing quite as dramatic as a burst pipe. Some of the main reasons that can lead to a burst pipe include: ·  Weather changes ·  Tree root invasion ·  Hard water buildup ·  Corrosion ·  Soil variations ·  High water pressure Regardless of the reason, a pipe burst can be devastating if homeowners don’t act promptly and swiftly. Burst pipe can also be a result of an incorrectly installed plumbing pipe, therefore, you must always ensure professional plumbing repairs and installations. Similarly, worn out pipes which have been left unrepaired eventually corrode and can burst due to water pressure. So no matter why a pipe bursts, it mandates your utmost attention and well-informed post-damage care. First Response and Immediate Hands-onTasks A pipe burst often comes as a surprise a
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Ways to Prevent Pipe from Clogging

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  Stats show that more than three-fourths of Americans  (76 percent) experience a clogged toilet every other day at a public place. Clogged pipes and toilets  can cause many problems and affect the reputation of restaurants and other businesses. This blog post will discuss why clogs happen and how to fix them.   The Two Types of Clogs There a mainly two types of clogs that all homes and businesses experience. A sink clog and the mainline clog . The former has to do with the sink or shower and is relatively more common. Sometimes, it can happen because of the accumulation of hair, soap particles, and other debris in the drainage pipe. A common sign of a clogged drainage pipe is that the water moves to the drain more slowly. It can get worse if not taken care of. How to Deal with a Clog? The   second type of clog i.e.,   the mainline clog  is more serious. It can often happen due to an existing problem that you didn’t notice. However, sometimes, it can also happen all of a sudden and cre
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