Hot water recirculating pumps are installed in homes and business premises to prevent water wastage and also eliminate the time you have to wait to get hot water after turning on the hot water faucet. Whenever you need to take a shower or wash your hands with hot water, hot water does not immediately flow … Read more
The recommended water pressure in the house is between 40 and 60 psi. If the water pressure is below 30 psi, there is a problem with your water supply that you need to fix. So, what causes low water pressure in the house? The following are the causes: And how can you increase water pressure … Read more
The main difference between UPVC and CPVC is that UPVC is unplasticized while CPVC contains plasticizers and is also chlorinated. As a result, UPVC is quite rigid while CPVC is flexible and can withstand high temperatures. uPVC (Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride) CPVC (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride) Key Differences UPVC vs CPVC Let us now look at the … Read more
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) pipes are widely used in plumbing and piping systems, and their pressure rating varies depending on the size and schedule (e.g., Schedule 40 or Schedule 80) of the pipe. Here’s a summary of PVC pipes’ pressure rating vs. size, with a focus on Schedule 40 and Schedule 80 pipes: Schedule 40 PVC … Read more
When buying PVC pipes, you have to consider the following: Schedule 40 PVC Pipes: Schedule 80 PVC Pipes Is PVC Pipe Sizes By ID or OD? PVC pipe sizes are identified using their inside diameter (ID) but not to the exact decimal point. The inside diameter is rounded off to the nearest whole number. For … Read more
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) pipes offer several advantages over other materials commonly used for plumbing, drainage, and various piping applications. Here’s a summary of the key advantages of PVC pipes: Benefits of PVC Pipes Let us now look at the benefits of PVC pipes over other pipes made with different materials like cast-iron, ABS, copper, concrete, … Read more
PVC pipes are the most preferred pipes by plumbers especially when it comes to the installation of drain lines. They are inexpensive, lightweight, corrosion-resistant and are not affected by tree roots unlike cast-iron pipes. Here are the 6 types of PVC pipes: The Different Types of PVC Pipes Let us now look at the different … 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
A leaking main water shut-off valve is a common plumbing issue that can lead to water waste, damage, and increased utility bills if not promptly addressed. Here’s a summary of ways to fix a leaking main water shut-off valve: Due to their design, gate valves leak at a higher rate compared to ball valves due … Read more
I was writing an article about the different types of thread sealants and I remembered that all threads are not created equal. Pipe thread forms in the United States is different to that of the United Kingdom. The two main types of pipe thread styles are National Pipe Thread (NPT) and British Standard Pipe (BSP). … Read more