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- 19 Jan
Water Heater Woes
- Jan 19, 2015
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It’s such a nice feeling to turn the hot water tap and receive a nice steady stream of hot water for our hands, or morning shower and the millions of other things we need hot water for. On the other hand, it is a very troubling feeling when we turn the hot water tap and receive a handful of cold water or a cold slap to the face during our morning shower ritual. We often take our water heaters for granted until they’ve given us their all and pass (sometimes not so quietly) into that great water heater space in the sky. However, it is important to keep in mind that not all water heater problems are permanent or difficult to fix. Sometimes heating inconsistencies, noises, and other issues can be taken care of yourself. (more…)
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- 05 Jan
Winterization Check List
- Jan 05, 2015
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Winter is upon us and Utah winters are especially tricky to deal with. Every year we get the extremes of wet snow, dry icy winds, and everything in between. These extremes are particularly hard on your plumbing, which is why it is essential to winterize your home. It may seem like a lot of extra effort, but it is well worth the time and money you’ll save by making sure that your plumbing is ready to withstand the harsh conditions of Utah winters.
While every home will have its own unique conditions to take care of, we’ve compiled a general checklist to serve as guidelines while you prepare your home this winter. (more…)
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- 02 Dec
Dealing with and Preventing Frozen Pipes
- Dec 02, 2014
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Water is a fascinating substance. Roughly three quarters of the Earth is covered in it, and it makes up about three quarters of our bodies as well. Water is capable of dissolving more substances than any other liquid and has the amazing property of expanding when it freezes.
Though all of those facts are very interesting, some of them can lead to big problems. For example, when water freezes and expands, it can do serious damage to your plumbing. There are a few things you can do to deal with this issue and a few things you can do to prevent it from happening in the future. (more…)
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