The warmer weather is enjoyable, but it’s only a matter of time before the heat of summer will arrive. Here’s something to keep in mind in the meantime. Plano Texas plumbers, and southern plumbers in general, have some of our most difficult and dangerous work in the extreme heat.
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A good hot water heater used to last about 20 years. Now … not so much. Now warranties typically expire after about five years. We’ve been in business long enough to remember when a company would warranty their product for 10. And even then, they lasted well beyond the warranty. We install Bradford White water heaters because the warranty covers both the tank and parts for six years. You can pay additional for a 10 years. That’s a good warranty.
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It’s tempting to shop at home improvement stores and think that energy efficient ratings are the answer to lowering your expenses. Often they are, but if you ignore minor plumbing leaks in your home around your fixtures or inside your toilet, you’ll really only increase your bills with additional monthly payments, not lower your living expenses. While efficient water heaters, washers and dishwashers are very beneficial over all, don’t make the mistake of neglecting those leaky sink handles. It will take the combined effort of Energy Star and regular maintenance before you will see significant changes to your bills.
You may have noticed the age of your water heater the last time stored your Christmas items in your attic or cleaned out your garage. If your water heater is over ten years old, especially if it is located in an attic or somewhere that water from a burst water heater could cause significant damage, you might want to consider replacing it even if it is not leaking at the present time. Remember that things usually go wrong at the worst possible time, so be pro-active. [Read more…] about Are Tankless Hot Water Heaters For You?