Month: April 2014

When to Hire a Plumber

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Call the plumber when the your snag is quite big and requires experts to sort out, and when theres a higher risk of doing more damage than good. When the following situations arise, its best to call a professional plumber like Crystal Palace Plumbers and their name and number handy for emergencies.Low water pressure in […]

April 13, 2014

Green Options for Water Heaters

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The typical water heater fitted in your home runs all day and night to keep a large mass of water hot and ready for use. For a more eco-friendly experience, try alternatives that offer the same hot water without the constant energy use. Below are three tips for you to consider:Try a Tank-less Water Heater.This […]

April 12, 2014

How to Prevent Rust in Your Water Heater

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This type of rust usually isnt found until after a leak has happened and then its definately too late. A rod called an anode? (or sacrificial cathodic anode) is fitted in the water heater tank to prevent rust. As long as the anode is in good condition, degredation of the tank is reduced. Sadly it […]

April 11, 2014

Disconnecting a Speed Fitting

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1). To disconnect youll first need to unlock the fitting by turning the screwcap anticlockwise until you can see a small gap and feel some resistance. If clips have been added youll have to remove these as well, using a flat headed screwdriver to flick them out. Crystal Palace Plumbers carry out all plumbing work.2). […]

April 10, 2014

Safety Equipment for Plumbing

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Knee Pads.The two most common plumbing injuries are sore knees and aching elbows. The first comes from kneeling down on the floor for hours at a time without some form of cushioning. External knee pads have the advantage of fitting over any trousers. On the down side they almost always irritate the back of your […]

April 8, 2014

Choosing a Solar System to Supplement Your Water Heater

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Staying with a proven system is probably the best advice. Despite the claims you may hear by friends etc. regarding new technologies on the market. In the real world the jury is still out. Crystal Palace Plumbers can provide advice.The integral collector system.?ICS is a good system, and it’s ideal for milder climates. But it […]

April 7, 2014