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How Can You Conserve Hot Water In Your Home

10/27/2017

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The major motive of conserving hot water in your home is to save energy that is consumed to heat water every time you need. Energy consumed by the hot water tanks Edmonton is the second largest energy expense in your home. However, the good news is that you can save money and lower your energy bills by conserving hot water. Here are a few ways how you can conserve hot water in your home.
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Solve Plumbing Problems​
Inspect your home thoroughly and check if there are any kind of plumbing defects. Plumbing problems such as leaks from plumbing pipes and connection of fixtures, dripping faucets, toilet leaks, and hidden water leaks can result in unnecessary waste of hot water. Solve these problems by repairing or replacing the plumbing pipes and fixtures in order to conserve hot water.

Install Low-Flow Fixtures
A showerhead can provide 6 gallons of hot water per minute at an average, whereas a kitchen or bathroom faucets can provide 2-3 gallons of hot water per minute. In order to cut down the hot water usage, you can install low-flow faucets and showerheads in your home. These faucets and showerheads consume less water and save large quantities of water used every time you turn on your faucet or shower.

Use Hot Water Only When Necessary
Most of the times, there are certain tasks for which you can use cold water instead of hot water. Avoid using hot water for each purpose unless absolutely necessary. For example, you can use cold water in dishwashers and washing machine instead of hot water. Even cold water can clean your dishes and clothes effectively.

Take Shorter Showers
Although enjoying every moment spent under your shower may seem to be enjoyable, it can result in a lot of water wastage. One way to cut down your hot water usage is taking shorter showers. Limit your time under the shower and save about 20-30 gallons of hot water every day. You can also turn off the shower after soaping to save more hot water.
Consider installing a tankless water heater to conserve hot water as well as lower your energy usage. Tankless water heaters provide hot water only when needed and don’t consume energy to keep water hot all the time. Get in touch with Hot Water Tanks Edmonton for tankless water tank installation.
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Why is Your Hot Water Tank Leaking?

5/18/2017

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Have you been noticing a pool of water under your hot water tank? If yes, then maybe it's time you get serious about your often ignored hot water tank. If you hear a dripping sound from the tank or notice a pool of water more than often, you must immediately fix the problem in order to avoid major and costly repairs. For fixing water leaking from the tank, you must first identify its source and what is causing the leak Below are some common reasons why a hot water tank leaks.

Loose Cold Water Inlet and Hot Water Outlet Connections
The cold water inlet and hot water outlet pipes are connected at the top of the hot water tank. Loose connections of these pipes can lead to minor leaks. If not fixed, the leaks can eventually create a pool of water on the top surface of the tank and droplets may even trickle along the tank surface. Simply tightening these pipes also works.

Condensation Drips
If you notice a pool of water when the tank is first filled or during winters, you probably don’t have leaks but condensation issue. This is normal. Normal condensation from the tank pipes or a nearby appliance can lead to a small pool of water around the base of the tank. In many cases, condensation forms when cold water fills the tank. 

Faulty or Broken TPR Valve
The temperature pressure relief valve is useful in eliminating excessive pressure from the tank when water gets too hot inside the tank and in keeping the tank safe. A small tube runs from the valve to the floor to direct the leakage downwards. If the TPR valve is faulty or broken, you will notice leaks from this small tube downwards.

Leaking Drain Valve
Every hot water tank is equipped with a drain valve at the bottom of the tank that is used to drain and flush the tank. A loosely secured or broken drain valve can result in leaks from the bottom of the tank. You can easily replace the drain valve to stop the leaks.

Cracked Tank
If you don't drain and flush your hot water tank regularly, or carry out water heater tank maintenance, sediments and minerals may start getting deposited at the bottom of the tank. These buildups can result in internal corrosion of the tank. The corrosion can eventually lead to cracks or pinholes in the tank. Once a minor leak starts through the cracks or holes, the pressure of water can force it to make its way and result in leaks.

Most of these hot water tank defects can develop over the years or may occur due to poor installation of the tank. In either case, you must contact our Edmonton water heater installers to keep your tank efficient and long lasting. Our professionals will repair these defects and make sure your tank no more losses water.
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What Causes Your Water Heater To Run Constantly?

1/12/2017

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Have you been experiencing an unusual sound from some of your plumbing fixtures? The sound of constantly running water? Have you already checked all your plumbing systems and fixtures but still couldn't identify the cause of the sound? It is possible that the sound is because your hot water tank is running. If your water heater is constantly running, there is probably a problem. Here are a few potential problems that your water heater could be having.

Leakages
Leakages are the major reason why your water heater can run constantly. Hot water tank leaks can occur because of several defects in its system. A drain valve is responsible for flushing the water heater. A temperature-pressure relief valve maintains an ideal temperature as well as the pressure inside the tank. Damaged or old drain valve or TPR valve can also result in leaks from the tank.

Sediment Buildup
Over time, minerals, salts, and debris build up in the bottom of the water heater. If you haven’t drained your tank in a while, sediment buildup may cause your hot water tank to function inefficiently. The sediment deposits flow with the water and try to seep out of even the slightest gap available near the pipe connections. This way, the sediments corrode the system, thus resulting in leaks. 

Loose Connections
While installing or repairing water heaters, it is often seen that some fixtures and connections are not properly done. Pipe fittings and position of valves or tank are not tightly secured. Water flows easily through these loose connections and results in major leakages. That is when you hear a constant running sound from your water heater. Regular preventative maintenance of the connections may ward off water heater leaks and future repairs.

Aged Hot Water Tanks
The lifespan of most water heaters is about 10-20 years. So, various water heater defects, including running tanks are going to occur sooner or later in every residential or commercial setting. The proper functioning systems of the hot water tanks wear out with time and become less efficient. Therefore, regular inspection and preventative maintenance are essential for proper functioning of hot water tanks. Old pipes, fixtures, connections, insulation, interior parts, etc. become inefficient for the proper functioning of the tanks. And inefficient functioning means the chances of plumbing defects to occur are high.

There is no doubt that running water heaters can cause extensive damage to your home and waste gallons of water. Even a slow yet constantly running hot water tank can cause major water damage over time, if left untreated. Other serious problems that can take place include - decaying floor or walls, and/or damage to the water heater, plumbing fixtures, faucets, pipes, etc. Hence, keeping a regular check on the proper functioning of water heaters is crucial.
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But, if you are already having a bad time with constantly running water heaters, it’s time you seek help from our Edmonton water heater installers. Our team of professional water heater technicians will be there instantly to identify and diagnose the tank issues.
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How a Storage Water Heater Works?

12/13/2016

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Planning to buy a new hot water tank? Or just curious to know how the storage water heater installed in your house works? 

Standard storage water heaters or tank water heaters come in two variants, electric and gas. Both the types convert energy into heat and transfer that heat to water. This is how hot water is supplied to all the faucets and appliances in a house. This article explains how a gas storage water heater works. 

Working of a Gas Storage Water Heater:
  • A Gas storage water heater uses fuel, specifically propane or natural gas, which is why it is less expensive than the electric variant.
  • This storage water heater has a gas burner which is mainly responsible for heating water. 
  • Thermostat detects the temperature of the water in the tank and gas valve regulates the amount of fuel supply to the gas burner. Natural or propane gas is piped to this gas valve. The burner is ignited by a pilot light or spark ignition.
  • All the unnecessary and toxic emissions from the burner are collected by the flue baffle and it flows through the flue tube, connected to the vent pipe. The vent pipe forces the emissions up through the tank, at the top, and normally up through the roof. Many latest technology storage water heaters have fans assisting this vent so that emissions can be piped out through the walls. This mechanism acts like a chimney for the hot water tanks.
  • A drain valve is located near the base of the tank, on the exterior part. This valve is used to empty the tank or flush the sediments out of it.
  • A tube extends down inside the water heater tank. Hot water exits from this tube through the hot water outlet because the tank is always under high pressure.
  • Cold water enters the tank through the cold water inlet or diffuser dip when hot water exits from it. This cold water pipe or diffuser dip has a shut off valve outside the tank, at the top.
  • An anode rod made of magnesium or aluminum is placed inside the tank. This anode carries out the process of ionization to minimize the water’s corrosive elements that reduce the tank’s shelf life. The larger the anode, the longer the hot water tank survives.
  • The pressure/temperature relief valve is placed on the top of the tank. It opens automatically if the temperature or pressure exceeds the safe limits.
  • Combustion gas openings are vents that remove the combustion gas created in the tank.
  • The entire tank is sealed with a non-flammable, insulating material to reduce standby heat.
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A variety of gas storage water tanks is available in the market depending on the size and tank capacity. Take help of our professional water heater installers to select a perfect hot water tank for your house. You can also get in touch with us for the maintenance of your storage water heater.
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