The pressure relief valve on your boiler is a vital safety feature. Should excessive pressure build inside the boiler, for whatever reason, the pressure will trigger the valve to release water. The released water goes down a short drain pipe …
Minerals in household water collect as sediment in a water heater. In a gas tank water heater, the sediment interferes with the distribution of heat. Hot spots that can damage the tank itself could develop. In an electric water heater, …
If you’re having issues with the hot water at your home, the first thing you should inspect is your hot water heater. A loss of pressure in the gas line can cause the heater’s pilot light to go out. When …
