Hot water heaters are built with a glass-lined storage tank. Over time, the natural minerals in the water can calcify and create deposits on the inside of the tank. These can crack the glass lining and cause your water heater to leak. Also, as water is heated, it expands. Over time, this expansion creates stress on the glass lining of the heater and can cause it to crack.
Unfortunately, when this happens, your hot water heater will need to be replaced; the cracks in the glass liner are not repairable. Sometimes, these leaks will not affect the performance or function of the unit and people elect to wait to replace the water heater. As long as the leaking water isn’t causing damage, this is fine, but ultimately the unit will need to be replaced.
Most of us are familiar with tank water heaters. Cold water coming into your home is stored in tank water heaters. Then the water is heated by electricity, natural gas, propane, heat pumps, and even solar energy. When the water in the tank cools off, the fuel kicks in and heats it up some more. When you turn on your shower, faucet, dishwasher, or washing machine, hot water is ready for you to use.
Hot water heaters are complicated pieces of equipment. They should only be installed by professional, fully-licensed plumbers, like those at Royal Flush. There are horror stories of homeowners trying to fix or replace their own water heaters that have required re-piping to correct.
Dangers come with doing this yourself, including shock, gas leaks, serious water damage, carbon monoxide poisoning, and explosions. Don’t take chances… call us when you have any problem with a water heater.
Prevent damage to your plumbing and waste due to excess pressure in your irrigation system by installing a water pressure regulator at the water meter. Water company pressure is often much higher than the recommended 80 PSI for landscape and household plumbing. This puts the pipes under higher stress than necessary and makes them more likely to leak and break over time. Sprinkler systems with an excessive pressure will mist frequently, often wasting up to 50% of the water applied.
Meter location and configuration vary greatly by region, as dictated by local codes and weather. Call Royal Flush Plumbing today to get a reliable quote on having one installed properly at your residence or business!
Hard water is water that contains a high level of dissolved minerals. It isn’t dangerous, but it can create problems for your home’s plumbing system and water-using appliances. If you have hard water, a home water softener is recommended, and installation is best left up to a professional. The plumbing experts at Royal Flush Plumbing can walk you through your water purification options and install the system that’s right for you.
Scale and lime deposits take their toll on water-heating appliances such as dishwashers and coffee makers, making them more likely to need repairs. Even more serious is the damage these deposits can cause to the inside of your water heater—leading to reduced efficiency and making your heater more likely to fail without regular preventive maintenance. For the long-term quality of all your appliances, a water softener is a smart investment.
Hard water also leads to annoying problems in the bathroom and kitchen. The reaction of minerals with soap creates bathtub rings and soap scum. It also makes dishes spotty and can scale cookware—and can even make your laundry gray and stiff.
Fortunately, installing a home water softener can easily address your hard water problems. Water softeners work on the principle of “ion exchange,” substituting sodium chloride (salt) for hard minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and iron.
Say goodbye to hard water with expert water softener installation from Royal Flush Plumbing. Give us a call any time at
Meter location and configuration vary greatly by region, as dictated by local codes and weather. Call Royal Flush Plumbing today to get a reliable quote on having one installed properly at your residence or business!
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