Water leaks from a home’s hot water heater are very serious and should never be overlooked. Even a small but steady drip of water can get absorbed into the building materials around the heater and lead to a softening of wood or drywall and eventual mould growth. In turn, you would need to have that mould professionally cleaned and removed or have all that building material replaced. To prevent these leaks in the first place or to contain the damage once a leak occurs, note a few simple tips every homeowner should consider.…
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Times are tight for many households — but unfortunately, simple failures in our plumbing are one cost we can’t always predict or avoid. Even the most well-maintained equipment may encounter problems sometimes. Since it’s such a vital part of the home, it’s necessary to get these problems fixed as soon as possible. If your budget is tight, however, it may be tempting to attempt to do so yourself and skip out on the fee.…
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Many people simply know plumbers as professionals that specialise in installing, maintaining, repairing and replacing water-conveying appliances and systems in buildings. Very few know that plumbers can also work as gas fitters. Yes, the people who install, maintain and repair gas lines and gas appliances are also plumbers, and they are called gas plumbers.
If the hot water system in your home runs on gas, it will need to be connected to the gas supply.…
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