A basin wrench (also known as a sink wrench) is a plumbing tool with a long shaft that enables you to reach the tight or recessed spaces under the sink to loosen or tighten the threading nuts on a faucet, which can be very difficult to access with regular pliers or wrench. The basin wrench … Read more
A tankless water heater, as the name suggests, is a water heater that does not store water in a tank. Instead, cold water flows directly into the water heater and the device uses either electricity or gas to heat the water. These are compact and efficient instruments that provide instant hot water. However, I must … Read more
Both tank and tankless water heaters can be reliable options for your home. However, it is important to figure out which one would suit you and your requirements best. There are several considerations that you must keep in mind here that can also denote the differences between these two heaters. Through this guide, we will … Read more
Tankless water heaters can help you save space in your house while also being energy efficient. You also have the option of installing them in a location that is convenient to you since you don’t need to worry about accommodating a storage tank. How, then, do you figure out whether you should install the heater … Read more
Copper pipes are tube-like materials that are composed of copper metal which is reddish-brown in color. Chemically, copper is identified by its atomic number i.e. 29, and the chemical symbol ‘Cu’. The key purpose of copper pipes is served in the construction industry wherein they are used to carry fluids i.e. water, gas and oil … Read more
As homeowners, all of us have faced common plumbing problems such as broken pipes, leaking faucets, sinks or toilets, clogged drains, or plugged toilets at some point, requiring the services of a plumber. A plumber is essentially a person who installs and repairs plumbing fixtures related to pipes, water supply, sanitation, heating systems, etc. However, … Read more
A plumber is a professional you are likely to encounter multiple times in your lifetime. This is due to the specific skill set they possess and the nature of the work. For instance, if you have a leakage or a new pipe installation, you will have to hire a plumber to do this for you. … Read more
An electric water heater is a type of water heater that utilizes electricity to operate. These water heaters have a low initial cost, but cost a bit of money to operate and maintain. How do electric water heaters work? Electric water heaters have a selection of parts that work together to effectively heat water. The … Read more
A gas water heater is a type of water heater that is powered by either propane or natural gas. These gas water heaters are typically inexpensive to run, but do cost a bit more than electrical heaters in terms of initial cost. How does a gas water heater work? Gas water heaters consist of a … Read more
An anode rod (also called a sacrificial anode rod) is a metal rod in your water heater that is typically coated in magnesium, zinc, or aluminum. The purpose of the anode rod is to protect the metal lining of your water heater tank from corrosion and rust. How does an anode rod work? Anode rods … Read more