Tankless water heater- the future of water heating

Access to hot water is a comfort that has gone from being a luxury to a basic need. It doesn’t matter if the weather outside is freezing cold or scorching hot, you will always have hot water running through your pipes, thanks to domestic water heaters. However, water heaters are known for being notoriously power hungry. Older heaters consume up to twice as much as modern water heaters! The advancement in water heater technology has seen a significant shift in people’s attitude towards water heaters. One such technical marvel in the field of water heaters is the advent of tankless water heaters. Here are a few reasons why you need to invest in a god tankless water heater.

Save money

Although tankless water heaters have high initial costs, they more than make up for it by being energy efficient. They do not consume as much energy as a water heater with a tank, as it does not waste time and energy in heating up water before hand. Instead, the water is heated up as and when you want it. When you turn on the knob, cold water from the tank flows through the pipes, before encountering the heating element, which heats the water in small batches, thus giving you access to hot water without having to wait. This reduces the amount of electricity consumed in heating the water greatly.

Space constraints do not matter

One of the biggest peeves of installing a tank water heater is having to install a water tank to collect and store hot water. This can be cumbersome in a small bathroom. Besides, these water tanks have a tendency to disintegrate over time, leading to heat loss, leaks and other problems. With tankless water heaters such problems are minimized to a great extent, since you don’t have to deal with a water tank.

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Choosing the right sized water heaters

           Each home is different and so are the hot water requirements. Hence, it is important to choose the right sized water heaters that suit your needs perfectly. Make sure that the type of water heater you buy satisfies the water heating needs of all your bathrooms. You should take care to note how many heaters would effectively satisfy your water heating needs.

          Choosing water heaters that are smaller than what you require will result in insufficient heating solutions. However, choosing water heaters that are much bigger than what you need will result in an increased electricity bills.

          Having hot water in the tanks is one thing; however, one should also look into how efficiently the unit can cope with continuous water requirements. Tank water heaters can easily cope with such needs, but tankless water heaters are incapable of handling these continuous hot water needs.

          However, if you are looking to install tankless water heaters, you can link two or more units to ensure that all your water heating needs is met. Linking multiple units might sound expensive, but it is quite effective when you need hot water for washing, bathing and other domestic needs.

          If you want to opt for tank water heaters, then you need to choose newer models that are considerably more energy efficient. Although the can be quite a bit more expensive compared to older models, these work out well in the long run in operational and lowered maintenance costs.

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Essential air conditioner maintenance

Keeping your air conditioner units well maintained will not only ensure that your homes will always have a supply of fresh, well-conditioned air, but will keep your air conditioner working at optimal levels, thus reducing your electricity bill as well. A thorough check of your entire air conditioner/ HVAC system isn’t as complex as most people make it out to be. You can do basic checks on the systems and recognizing disparities will allow you to call professional maintenance to correct the faults as early as possible.

• ·    Turn off your AC unit. This will ensure that the unit is idle, and no electricity is passing through the system. You might have to turn off the power at the breaker box to prevent any unsavory incidents.
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• ·        Remove debris from the fan cage, condenser/ compressor with a vacuum cleaner or manually.
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• ·        Clean the fins with a strong blast dry, or with a duster. This will remove any dirt and grime stuck to the fins. Most manufacturers offer clear steps on the dos and don’ts of this step in their user manuals.
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• ·        With the build-up of grime within the fins can render these tiny crevices disfigured. However, they are made of metal, and can be bent back into their original shape with little effort.
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• ·        Clean the surrounding area of the air conditioner, and check the evaporator drain for any plugs.

Now your AC is relatively clean, and is ready to be used again. At NSA Kaiksow, we deal in a variety of high quality domestic air conditioners in Bahrain. For more information about our services, do visit our website at www.nsa-kaiksow.com

Tips to hire a plumbing contractor

Hiring a plumbing contractor is one of the most important decisions one has to make when constructing or renovating a building. Having good plumbing your buildings will ensure an efficient transfer of water throughout the space and with the right bathroom fixtures, you can also make your bathrooms look regal as well. Here are a few tips to help you choose the right plumbing contractor-

·         Make sure that the contractor your choose has all the necessary licences.  Only legitimate contracting businesses will sport these licences. This will ensure reliability and will assure quality work.

·         The longer a contracting company is in business, the easier it is to trust them. This means that the company has serviced many clients and has made profits on the same. Besides, the time the business has been in business ads to the experience of the employees as well.

·         The pricing is another important factor you need to consider when hiring a plumbing contractor. Do make sure to consult other contractors in the area to find out about the average pricing. This allows you to negotiate your prices with the contractor.

·         Make sure that the contractors offer a credible warranty. Many plumbing contractors assure a viable warranty that guaranteed their work.

·         Another important aspect of a good plumbing contractor is getting good references. Make sure to contact their previous clients to find good references about the contractor.

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Why you need to hire a water heater expert?

Water heaters are often neglected until they go bust and require repairs and maintenance works. What most people fail to understand is that these little repairs can be easily avoided through regular maintenance works. A properly fixed/ installed water heater can run for years without requiring any repairs. In order to get the job done right, you need to hire a professional. Here are a few reasons why you need to hire a water heater expert-

·        The primary benefit of hiring experts is speedy services form professionals. Attempting to fix a faulty water heater on your own can be quite a challenge since you might not have the proper expertise or the right tools to undertake the job. Half done jobs can lead to serious consequences and more damage than good. A trained professional however, is well versed in tracking down and repairing these problems with relative ease.

·        Regular maintenance checks from professionals will allow you to keep track of any deteriorating components and replacing them before they go bust completely. Regular maintenance also lowers the risk of failure and will allow you to prepare for any repairs and replacement you might need in the future.

·        Professionals will also ensure that the work is undertaken in a safe and secure manner. This will reduce redundancies and will ensure that your water heater is in good working condition without risk of faults in the near future.

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Get the right air filter for your AC

           Changing your air filters at regular intervals can help keep your air conditioners running at optimal levels. This will also allow your AC unit to function at optimal levels, thus reducing the electricity consumption while ensuring optimal cooling effect. A dirty filter can clog the system and will hinder air flow, thus slowing down performance.

          There are a number of factors you need to take into consideration when replacing your existing filter. One such parameter is choosing the right filter that suits your system. Replacing the same model air filter is recommended. However, if you are unable to find the exact same one, you can substitute it with a different brand/ model that fits your air conditioner.

          Make sure to upgrade the MERV of your new filter, especially if you are replacing it with a new model. MERV stands for Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value, which determines how effective a filter is. However, you should take care not to upgrade the MERV too much as it can hinder the flow of air through it. It is best to consult with a professional technician before replacing your filters.

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Why you need to clean your water heater

      It is important for any home owner to have an idea about home maintenance such as keeping the appliances clean and neat. This is true for water heaters as well. The water heater has one job only- to heat the water, however, one should still make sure to keep the water heater in good working conditions.

Water heart maintenance is often overlooked for other “serious” affairs, but a faulty water heater does indeed impact your life and will make it uncomfortable once it breaks down. Here are a few maintenance tips on how to keep your water heater in good working condition-

• One of the main aspects of water heater maintenance is the removal of mineral deposits. Depending on how hard your water is, the intensity of these deposits vary greatly. These deposits are quite natural, and one just have to remove them in a timely manner to prevent leakages and inefficient heating in the long run.
• It is also important to stay safe when you are cleaning your water heaters. Be it electric or gas water heaters, make sure to follow all precautionary measures before handling them.
• If you are unsure of handling the problems, do not hesitate to call a reliable technician. This will help prevent any further problems arising with the water heater unit.

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Plumbing precautions for home owners

Simple precautions can help keep your home plumbing working at optimal conditions. Complex plumbing problems such as bust pipes or big leaks arise from often-overlooked conditions. Fixing these small problems can keep you from being inconvenient in the long run. Here are a few precautions you have to take as a homeowner to ensure that your plumbing is working at optimal levels.

1. Check for leaks: Do not disregard small leaks. These can build up calcite on the leaky parts, and can harm the structural integrity of the pipes. Check your exterior walls, garages and other hard to access areas on a regular basis to check for leaks, and fix them immediately.
2. Weatherproof your plumbing: This can be done only for troublesome areas, such as exposed areas, and at joints. Ensuring the seals are tight can help save you a lot during hot summer and cold winter days, when the metal pipes tend to expand and contract due to change in temperature.
3. Insulate pipes: Insulating exposed pipes is a great way to protect them against cold winter winds. Insulating the pipes is an easy and inexpensive procedure, which will save you a lot of money in repairs and maintenance costs.

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Taking care of an older AC

A central air conditioner is one of the most prized possessions in a household, especially during the hot summer days. It is thus important to ensure that the AC is always working at its optimal levels, without stressing on its systems. New ACs have little problems associates with them, however, as an air conditioner ages, its efficiency decreases. Hence it is important to take optimal care of your older ACs by providing the right maintenance works.

Once the air conditioner has passed its recommended life span, it is prone to breaking down and it is more than likely that it is not operating at its most efficient state. This reflects over its performance in the form of unsavory noises, bad smells and in efficient cooling.

In efficient systems can consume a lot of power. Even if they are in “good” working conditions, it is possible that they are drawing a lot more power than it previously did. It will also cost you a lot more in terms of maintenance and repairs as well.

Older air conditioners are prone to breakdown. With most air conditioners having a  lifespan of 10- 15 years, it can get quite hard to find the right replacement parts for your old air conditioner.

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Three common causes of faulty water heaters

A faulty water heater is the perfect recipe for a bad start of the day, hence ruining your entire day. Broken water heaters do not sufficiently heat up water, or they only produce scalding hot water- both being unfavorable. Apart from checking if the heater is switched on, here are a few tips to check for faults in the heater.

1. Check if the heater temperature gauge is set incorrectly. If the water is too hot or too cold, then this might be the most likely problem. This can be fixed easily, by looking through the manual of your water heater.
2. The next common problem is a broken filament. The filament operation is detected by the pilot light, which should always be on. If it isn’t, then either the light is damaged or the filament is damaged. Checking for both is recommended. Checking and replacing a filament is best left to the professionals as it requires special tools and expertise in order to replace the filament.
3. The plumbing can also be a major reason for insufficient heating. Older pipes and plumbing can have a high heat dissipation, thus cooling off hot water considerably before it reaches your taps.

            At NSA Kaiksow as one of the best Plumbing Contracting in Bahrain, our water heater contractors and technicians provide viable maintenance services, ensuring that your water heaters are brought back to good working condition. For more information about our services, do visit our website at http://www.nsa-kaiksow.com/