As they say in one of the world’s most popular television shows: winter is coming. With winter comes the inevitable rise in the number of burst pipe calls all plumbers will be tasked with repairing. Pipes are generally more likely to burst when the temperature drops below 20 degrees Fahrenheit. It is suggested that those Read more
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As they say in one of the world’s most popular television shows: winter is coming. With winter comes the inevitable rise in the number of burst pipe calls all plumbers will be tasked with repairing. Pipes are generally more likely to burst when the temperature drops below 20 degrees Fahrenheit. It is suggested that those living in cold-weather climates keep their homes heated to a minimum of 36 degrees if they are not going to be using their water for an extended period of time. However, no matter how present these warnings are, some winter pipe bursts are unavoidable.
Fortunately, John Guest has committed time and effort to developing the products necessary to tackle this problem. The John Guest Speedfit slip connectors provide plumbers with a quick, simple, and easy fix for burst pipes.
Their slip connectors come in two sizes and can be used to fix pipe bursts on PEX, CPVC, and copper pipes, providing an efficient solution to a litany of burst-pipe problems. John Guest slip connectors have push-fit connections, allowing for rapid installation that should at least temporarily solve one of the major issues with burst pipes: leakage. The push-fit fitting allows all of this to be accomplished without any additional pipe work.
Slip connectors are also built to work with both hot and cold pipes, again providing coverage across the entire spectrum of possible burst-pipe issues that one may encounter. John Guest slip connectors are made with lead-free, non-toxic, and non-flammable materials so you can feel secure in installing these connectors for any issue and leave them to run without constant monitoring. Like all John Guest products, the Speedfit slip connectors are made with an advanced polymer material, assuring our customers that they are receiving only the highest-quality performance.
For more visit John Guest Speedfit slip connectors.
Hauling out old, leaking and dirty tank water heaters can be a messy job. I’ve covered walkways with drop cloths, tarps or plastic in attempt to contain the dripping water, soot or rust and still have had carpets get soiled; not since we started using the “body bag” heater hauler. It’s a giant duffel with Read more
Hauling out old, leaking and dirty tank water heaters can be a messy job. I’ve covered walkways with drop cloths, tarps or plastic in attempt to contain the dripping water, soot or rust and still have had carpets get soiled; not since we started using the “body bag” heater hauler. It’s a giant duffel with a water resistant lining inside that contains the mess. It’s always on my truck and I haven’t had to hire a carpet cleaner for years now.
Check out my first review from 2015 on The Hub
Bradford White Heater Hauler
Navien’s comb-boiler (NCB) has had its share of criticism and praise alike but in my opinion there is one thing that gets me a little more than excited, the fact that nearly half the boiler must be removed to replace a part that is known to fail more than most other parts on the unit Read more
Navien’s comb-boiler (NCB) has had its share of criticism and praise alike but in my opinion there is one thing that gets me a little more than excited, the fact that nearly half the boiler must be removed to replace a part that is known to fail more than most other parts on the unit. As you’ll see in the video the PCB, main control panel, some internal [and external] piping and circ pump all must be fully removed in order to gain access to a failed 3-way diverter valve.
If you’re not sure what the valve does, you may not be alone but its really quite simple; when idle the valve is in position to supply flow from the heat exchanger’s supply outlet to either the heating system load (hot supply to system) outlet or to the flat plate heat exchanger to satisfy a call for domestic hot water. The problem is that its a piston type valve that can and will fail in a partially open position when there’s a call for DHW. The results are low flow to a potable water faucet at higher than desired temps [hence the reason I always spec and install a thermostatic mixing valve on the domestic side outlet]. The fix, while very time consuming, is relatively simple.
Hopefully this step-by-step video will familiarize the process for you if you’re faced with replacing the valve for the first time.
If you’re interested in a tool that has helped tremendously in making the job just a little easier, check this out:
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Navien’s combi-boiler is possibly the most common combi- in the US market but working on or replacing parts for the combi can be a real challenge. I’ve serviced and installed quite a few in the last 3-5 years and the flow sensor is definitely one part that seems to fail more than others. If you Read more
Navien’s combi-boiler is possibly the most common combi- in the US market but working on or replacing parts for the combi can be a real challenge. I’ve serviced and installed quite a few in the last 3-5 years and the flow sensor is definitely one part that seems to fail more than others. If you find yourself looking at this part replacement you may benefit from a couple tips I’ve shared in this video.
Please forgive the video quality, I decided to make this last minute and only had my iPhone (hand held without a tripod). If you find this useful please share with your friends or post to your favorite FB group.
If you’re interested in purchasing the tools I use in the video just click the links or pics below for the best pricing I have found.
Klein Stubby Ratcheting Driver
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Brewster, N.Y. — Matco-Norca has announced the appointment of Brian Jennings to its Industrial sales team. Jennings comes aboard as Assistant Vice President of Sales, reporting to Vice President of Sales & Marketing Scott Bardreau. He will focus on Matco-Norca’s growing industrial products business. A graduate of the University of Kentucky, Jennings brings solid industrial Read more
Brewster, N.Y. — Matco-Norca has announced the appointment of Brian Jennings to its Industrial sales team. Jennings comes aboard as Assistant Vice President of Sales, reporting to Vice President of Sales & Marketing Scott Bardreau. He will focus on Matco-Norca’s growing industrial products business.
A graduate of the University of Kentucky, Jennings brings solid industrial B2B sales experience to his new position, having worked previously for Apollo Valve and NIBCO.