Descaling or removing calcium buildup from pipes is essential to maintain efficient water flow and prevent damage to your plumbing system. Here’s a summary of how to descale or remove calcium buildup from pipes: Materials and Tools Needed Step-by-Step Guide How to Get Rid of Calcium Build-Up/Limescale from Inside Pipes The main sign that your … Read more
Replacing pipes in your home is a significant undertaking, but it’s essential to do so when necessary to avoid potential water damage and health risks. Here’s a summary of tell-tale signs that indicate it’s time to replace your pipes: How Do I Know When to Replace My Pipes? The following are the signs that you … Read more
Water pressure describes how hard water is flowing out of a pipe in pounds per square inch (psi) while flow rate describes how much water is flowing out of the pipe, in gallons per minute (GPM). Water Pressure Flow Rate Relationship Water Pressure vs Flow Rate Pressure is defined as the continuous physical force exerted … Read more
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) and uPVC (Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride) are two common types of plastic pipes used in plumbing and construction. Here’s a summary of the differences, pros, and cons between PVC and uPVC pipes: Differences Pros and Cons PVC Pipes Pros: Cons: uPVC Pipes Pros: Cons: Which is Better, PVC or UPVC? I must start … Read more
PVC (polyvinyl chloride) is a thermoplastic that is molded into different shapes and sizes to form pipes and fittings. It is cheaper and more effective to use compared to steel or copper. Closely related to PVC is CPVC (chlorinated polyvinyl chloride). CPVC is basically a PVC homopolymer that has undergone a chlorination process to improve … Read more
Identifying whether you have lead pipes in your home is crucial for the safety of your drinking water. Here are several ways to tell if you have lead pipes: In the United States, houses built before 1986 (not all houses though) may have lead water pipes even if they have been remodeled lately unless you … Read more
Polybutylene pipes were the pipes of the future in the 1970s. They were cheap, light and easy to produce. By the early 1990s, there were about 10 million homes with these pipes especially in the Mid-Atlantic States, Pacific Northwest and American Southwest. The production and use of polybutylene pipes (poly b or PB as they … Read more
Repiping a house involves replacing the plumbing pipes, typically due to aging or deteriorating pipes that can cause various issues. Here’s a brief summary of signs that indicate it may be time to repipe your house: In detail, the following are the signs that you need to repipe your house: 1. Old Lead/Galvanized Steel Pipes … Read more
Water pipes burst when they are exposed to temperatures of 20 degrees Fahrenheit or below, for 4 to 6 hours. The water in the pipes freezes and expands, exerting more pressure than the pipe can hold causing it to burst. Water in your pipes starts to freeze at around 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius). … Read more
Low hot water pressure in the house is mainly caused by sediments in the hot water system clogging up the hot water supply pipes and fixtures, restricting the flow of water. It could also be caused by partially opened shut off valves, clogged water filters and leaking pipes If you have low hot water pressure … Read more