If you need to get a water heater, the one that you choose will be important. Go with one that's too small and you can end up running out of water mid-shower. Go with one that's too large and you can see your energy bill rise substantially. In some cases, a tankless water heater can be a great choice, and here are some examples of households that would do exceptionally well by having a tankless one installed:
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If your home is more than 50 years old or you have PVC piping in your house, you've probably thought about having those pipes replaced. Whether that means having a few sections of your house replaced or having whole-house pipe replacement performed, it's a much bigger job than most homeowners realize, although not impossible if you have the right tools and training. Nevertheless, you should take into account the factors below to see if it's a task that you're willing to undertake.
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You may love the look and history of a vintage home, so you are probably excited if you have recently purchased a home that is several years old. Unfortunately, while older homes are charming, there are often several issues that can pop up simply because the components used during the original construction are older, worn, and out of date. This is especially true of plumbing, and it is critical that you have your plumbing system inspected to fix any minor issues before these issues become huge problems.
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To be honest, one of the best pieces of technology to hit the market in the last hundred years has to be the water heater. Instead of having to shuttle in hot water from a stove or bonfire outside, you're able to simply pour hot water out of your faucet in a matter of minutes, creating a whole new meaning to the word "relaxation."
But as great as water heaters are, tankless water heaters are even better.
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Commercial restrooms see significantly more use than their residential counterparts. This extensive use can cause a commercial urinal to fail much faster than the toilet in a home.
One common problem you will come across in your commercial restroom is a leaking urinal. It's important that you know what to look for when trying to identify the source of the leak. This information will help you troubleshoot a leaking urinal in the future.
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