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The DIY guide for slab leak repair

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The DIY guide for slab leak repair is a homeowner's dream. It provides everything you need to know about the process, and will help you complete the job quickly and correctly with minimal mess.  This blog post contains detailed instructions on how to identify where your water is coming from, which tools are best suited for this type of work, what materials you'll need before starting the project, and how to fix it by following four easy steps! Don't leave your leaking pipes any longer than necessary - find out more now! I've been helping homeowners fix their slab leaks for seven years now and every one of them has asked those same questions at some point. Let's take a look at these three questions: Is it hard to do this type of repair work yourself? It's not difficult, and any homeowner can follow my DIY guide for concrete slab repairs to successfully complete the task. If you follow my guide, you'll have a firm understanding of what to do, how to do it and ...

How to identify if your water heater needs replacing?

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There are many factors that can lead to a water heater needing replacement. Is it leaking? Is it producing less hot water than before? Has the temperature dropped in your home even though you haven't changed anything in your routine? These are all questions to consider when determining if your water heater needs replacing. If you're not sure, here is what you should look for in order to find out for yourself!     If you are concerned about whether your water heater needs replacing, use this information to guide you. Determining the age of your unit is important because it can affect how often you need to replace a water heater . If your home was built before 1993, it contains a high-risk water heater that uses an anode rod to prevent corrosion. This type of system has been known to explode due to accumulations of bacteria on the heating element or rust that had built up in the tank over time.   If you have an older model of a low-cost point-of-use electric water heater m...

How to repair a water heater?

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Sometimes water heaters tend to break down or become defective. So there are ways on how to repair water heaters. First, if the water heater leaks water and it is not damaged, then tighten the bolts of water heater. If you do this and it still continues to leak water, then the problem might be in the heating unit so you might as well call a professional plumber to repair a water heater . Next, if your water heater does not provide hot water anymore and it starts giving out cold water, then turn off power supply of your water heater and drain all the water inside. After that clean and dry everything (if necessary) and check for any damage such as broken parts or leakage of gas within burners. Turn water heater on and wait for a couple of minutes to make sure water heater is working again. If water starts heating but it does not get hot or cold water remains, then check the thermostat switch. This can be found in water heater tank which is usually mounted on side of water heater. If this...

Top 8 Disaster Preparedness Tips for homeowners After a Flood

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The main causes of flood? The water is typically rainwater from a storm. It can also come from melting snow and ice, rivers overflowing their banks, or as a result of natural disasters such as hurricanes and earthquakes. Floods may be classified by the height of the water which causes them - including flash floods, tidal floods, river floods (overland), urban flooding (storm sewer), and coastal flooding. Flash floods are typically seen due to sudden heavy rains that pour down in one location over a short period of time. A flash flood can be extremely dangerous for people and property in its path. Mowing, cleaning out gutters, and planting trees and shrubs to prevent accumulating leaves all help to prevent flooding. In addition, make sure to clear off the leaves after a storm hits. If you have a rain gutter, clean it out so that water can drain from your roof instead of causing damage to your foundation and walls. Keep your gutters clear of leaves so that rainwater can drain. If you liv...

Types Of Water Heaters & How to Install a Tankless Water Heater?

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Water heaters are important to have in your home. They provide hot water for everything from washing dishes to bathing a child. In order to find the right type of heater for your needs, you should know about the different types and how they work. This post will explain the different types of water heaters available so that you can make an informed decision on which one is best suited for your situation. There are four different types of water heaters. The first type is a tankless water heater, which heats up the water on demand and doesn't store any hot water. The second type is an electric storage-type heater, which stores heated water in its tank to provide constant hot running for fixtures or appliances that need it. A third type is a gas storage-type heater, which heats up the natural gas stored in tanks to provide hot running for fixtures or appliances that need it. Finally, there's also the solar powered storage-type heater with panels installed on your roof and pipes und...