While traditional municipal water softening can remove excess ions, it cannot deal with all the elements in hard water in some areas. Hard water is made up of calcium, magnesium, and other minerals, which require additional treatment. This is where a saltwater softening additive comes in handy. There are systems that can soften the water […]
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You might want to install a new water pipe and wonder how you can connect two pieces of pipe. Compression fittings are often used for this as you just need a wrench for this. Let’s go over this and see how you can install the compression fitting so that you can have a pipe that
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Having a pool in your backyard is great when you want a refreshing swim in some cool water. But let’s face it, there are certain times of the year when you won’t be using your pool. Knowing how to drain a pool at these times is quite important. Read on to find out more about
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Did you get nailed by an unexpectedly high water bill? Do you want to make sure that the bill actually matches your consumption? Water meters could malfunction, break, or leak and cause wrong reading. However, you won’t know for sure unless you find them. But where is the water meter located? You can find water
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Every house has a water meter. This allows the water company to monitor your usage. Sometimes this is found in the garage, other times it is found in the garden. Water meters can last a long time and are quite sturdy. They are often painted yellow or brown to make sure that they are visible.
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Owning your private swimming pool can be your ticket to the cool summer vibes, and an above-ground setup is all-around convenient. Yet, one enormous concern that keeps popping up is how you can keep it maintained and fresh after the winter and all summer long. Well, no worries! In this article, we’ll take you through
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When water is supplied to a building, it flows through the pipes at high velocity and can create vibrations in the pipe that result in a banging or hammering sound. These sounds are known as water hammer noises and they are created because when water flows through a pipe at high velocity it has little
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To combat the heat of summer and prevent damage to your house or garden, many homeowners install a sprinkler system on the roof. These systems are typically controlled by an irrigation timer or computer and consist of a water source (such as a bucket), tubing that is installed through eave vents and onto the roof,
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You’re coming home from a long day at work, and you just have to have a bath before going out again. Unfortunately, you discover that there’s no water in the bathroom. You still have water in other places in your home though so you are confused. What can you do? Well, the good news is
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Backflow prevention devices are used to protect drinking water from being contaminated by outside sources. When water pressure is reversed from its normal direction, it can cause problems for municipal water systems or home plumbing. A backflow valve is one of the most common devices used to prevent this kind of contamination and protect your
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