Customers sometimes report white particles that clog plumbing fixtures. They may be bits of calcium carbonate scale coming from your water heater. The scaling may be worsened because water heater thermostat is too high. If the particles are calcium carbonate, you probably need to flush your water heater. Many manufacturers recommend periodic flushing of water heaters to remove sediment that can build up.

A hot flush is a sudden feeling of being overheated, usually accompanied by sweating and redness in the face. It is the most common symptom women experience during the years surrounding menopause (and sometimes for many years afterwards). For more information, see Hormones and hot flushes. See similar questions...

Water heaters should be flushed at least once a year - twice a year is even better - to control the build-up of mineral deposits. This will help the water heater operate more fuel efficiently and will usually extend the life of the heater. Furthermore, the water heater will need to be flushed if the hot water becomes a yellow or brownish color due to an accumulation of rust or if you find sand-like mineral sediment in the hot water. See similar questions...

This is one of those things that seems difficult, but is actually very easy. First you need a source of water; either hook up to the city water connection or fill the on board water tanks and turn on the pump. Now comes the hard part, just open the hot water faucet. The water entering from the water source you selected will displace the air in the HWH and begin to fill. At first air will be expelled from the faucet, then it will spurt water and finally a full stream of water. See similar questions...

there are several manufacturers of hot water heaters (HWH), read and understand you owners manual. The first thing I want to say is when lighting the HWH it takes a LONG time holding down the pilot button to get gas flow all the way to the HWH. Turn the HWH gas valve knob to the "Pilot" position, then push this knob in. Gas will NOT flow unless you are holding this down. It is a safety thing. Wait at least 1 minute, usually 2 and gas will begin to flow. Now try to light it. See similar questions...

No. The boiler supplies all of your normal domestic hot water needs. It produces 130 gallons of hot water per hour on demand. See similar questions...

It should be .There will be low heat output and high energy cost. They may be acceptable in intermittently occupied buildings or as a back up only. There will be a prompt payback of the added cost of any other form of energy. See similar questions...

The hot water that comes from the 600 ft. well is about 160? F. If the water were allowed to come to the surface, the temperature would be 135?. See similar questions...

The tankless water heater doesn't hold any hot water. Water flows through a sensor, then turns on the burner. See similar questions...

It can be as high as 167?F. The tankless water heaters we distribute have computer-controlled systems, which is pre-set at the factory to deliver 140?F water. This temperature can be regulated up or down by use of a remote temperature controller. In abnormal installations, a domestic hot water mixing valve is recommend. See similar questions...

No. This is a common misconception of tankless water heaters. A tankless water heater does heat water on-demand instantly, but just like a tank water heater, it will take the same amount of time for the hot water to travel through the plumbing inside your home. If you would like to get instant hot water, there are recirculation pump systems available to hook-up to your tankless water heater. Please ask your installer to see what options you may have in getting instant hot water in your home. See similar questions...

Most electric water heaters are 40 gallons Imperial (50 US), the suggested size for families of from two to five members. We generally replace them with 33 gallon (40 US) heaters, because gas units have a much faster recovery rate. Approximately one in ten families need more hot water than others, so for about $150 more we install a 40 gallon (50 US) unit. See similar questions...

Yes, a permit is required, because as hot water is heated it rapidly expands. Hot water heaters are designed to withstand this pressure, through the addition of safety devices. When a hot water is installed improperly, they have been known to explode. In some cases they were literally propelled through the roof of a single family residence. Prior to installing a new hot water heater, we require a permit to cover the inspection of the replacement. See similar questions...

If you have small children, a family member with a seizure disorder, or anyone that has difficulty getting out of the bathtub, your water heater should be set no higher than 120º F. At 160º F, the temperature many water heaters are set at, it takes only one second to get a third degree burn. See similar questions...

Yes, in order to ensure proper installation and compliance with required codes, a permit is required. See similar questions...

This is a great time to install a solar hot water system. The monthly savings are far greater than the small increase in mortgage payments. And, the tax savings from the home mortgage or home improvement loan -- typically 25% or more -- count as an itemized deduction on your income tax. Typically, the after-tax rate of return on investment will be over 18% per year, even for two people. See similar questions...

Testing by Florida Utility Companies and the State Energy Center reveal that heat recovery only saves about $39 to $69 a year - only 1/10 of the savings of solar energy systems. First, a heat recovery unit does not save any money when you are not heating or cooling. It saves the most money when you are air conditioning, because during this time the heat pump or air conditioner has free heat to expel. See similar questions...

If it is an in-kind replacement, a permit is not required. If however, an electrical appliance is being replaced with a natural gas appliance (or vice versa) then a permit is required. See similar questions...