You step into your warm shower and start your daily routine. You lather your hair with shampoo but then something goes wrong. The hot water stops flowing and you're stuck with cold water to rinse your hair. Gritting your teeth through the frigid shower, you try to...
Hot water heaters are one of the many fixtures in your home that you can use every day without fully knowing how it works. The core functions of water heaters are easy to understand but with lots of pieces and multiple types, it can be hard to remember the details....
Water heaters come in all shapes and sizes. You could have one with a tank or one without a tank. Your home or apartment probably has its own tank but some renters might have a shared water heater with their neighbors. Your water heater is more than likely tucked away...
With the winter season in full swing, you’ve probably made some efforts to winterize your home. You could reseal your windows and doors, clean out your chimney or replace your roof materials. One of the most important steps you can take to protect your home...
Learn About Your Home’s Plumbing and How it Affects You Do you know how your Richmond home’s plumbing systems work? Most homeowners would say “no”. While you might know some of the basics of plumbing, most people don’t get a chance to see the system of...
When it comes to heating the water in your home, you have two types of heaters to choose from: the traditional storage water heater, and the relatively new tankless water heater. Many people sing the praises of both, and equally find many problems with each type. It...
As much as you don’t want to think about it, summer is sadly ending soon. Out with the long days and warm whether, in with the chilly winds and falling leaves. As fall is ushered in with the changing of the leaves, you might start worrying about your plumbing. And...
Whether you’re moving into a new home, or need to replace your old unit, it’s important to know where you’re going to install your new water heater. Surprisingly, the location of your water heater in your home can affect many factors, like the unit’s efficiency and...
The Virginia air is getting considerably cooler and degrees are lowering to a crispness. Soon, before we all know it, snow will be blanketing the Chesterfield and Midlothian grounds. Decreasing temperatures will make us want to cuddle up on our couches and watch...
Even when it’s hot outside, no one is happy when their water heater stops working. This means no warm showers, and especially as fall approaches, this is something you don’t want to happen. If your water is showing signs it needs to be replaced, it’s crucial that you...
As technology advances, so do innovations in the plumbing industry. From water conservation and better insulated water heaters to touchless toilets and faucets, these changes can make every homeowner’s life easier and end up saving you money. Modern toilets and...
As a few more cold winter months approach, having a water heater that works properly is crucial to keeping you comfortable until warmer weather rolls around. Making sure your water heater is regularly drained, working efficiently, and up-to-date with new water heater...
More and more Americans are switching to tankless water heaters. With the switch we hear about more and more growing pains on how to switch from a tank water heater to a tankless water heater. Properly installing a tankless water heater requires hiring a professional...
Your home’s water heater is the most expensive component of your plumbing system. Checking for simple problems can prevent you from experiencing large repair setbacks further down the road. It can also help you determine if you need a new water heater. The typical...
New water heater efficiency regulations taking effect April 16, 2015 are impacting homeowners in Midlothian and Chesterfield. They also affect plumbers, contractors, designers and engineers. The regulations require higher energy factor (EF) ratings on almost all...
Most consumers only think about their water heater when it stops working. To extend the life of it, you should drain the tank annually to remove any sediment that may have built up inside. Below are steps to drain your water heater and ensure it continues to work...
Purchasing a new water heater can be a daunting task for your wallet. If you're considering making the switch to tankless water heaters, you should carefully weigh the advantages and disadvantages. Advantages Most units come with a federal tax rebate of $300. They...
Did you know that most people don't give their water heater one thought until it stops working? It's true. Many just view it as a giant statue hanging in the corner. When it stops working, however, we scramble to fix it fast. Any shutdown disturbs our daily routines....
It may seem that the advantages of all water heaters is to simply provide hot water on demand. But there are actually many water heaters benefits that come from the good old tank sitting outside your home. As homeowners and property managers seek the most energy...
Most water heaters are designed to perform reliably over a long period of time. It is therefore often hard for homeowners to experience a hot water problem that is not related to the power or the weather. Of course when you do have trouble generating hot water in your...