How to Fix a Slow-Filling Toilet
In many cases, a slow filling toilet is caused by debris that has built up inside the fill valve.
Category: Plumbing
All About Water Heater Anode Rods
In this blog post, I will explain what an anode rod is, how important it is to have a good anode rod in your water heater, how anode rods work, how to check an anode rod, and how to replace the anode rod in your water heater.
What is Cast Iron Piping?
Cast iron piping has served millions of Americans very well for many decades, but its usefulness is coming to an end due to its age.
Thermostatic Mixing Valves/Anti-Scald Valves
Did you know that you can dramatically increase your water heater’s capacity without installing a new water heater? The solution is a device called whole-house anti-scald valve, or a thermostatic mixing valve.
How to Adjust the Temperature of Your Water Heater
Adjusting the water temperature on a water heater is very simple. It only takes a couple of minutes and could prevent someone in your home from a painful burn or from being sickened by bacteria in the water.
What is a Safe Water Heater Temperature?
There are a lot of things to think about when setting your water heater temperature. I will discuss the two main issues/dangers that need to be considered.