How to Replace a 220/240-volt Electric water Heater
A water heater that leaks should be replaced immediately to prevent expensive water damage. Leaks occur because the inner tank has rusted through.
Maintaining Hot Water & Steam Systems
Hot water and steam systems, also known as hydronic systems, feature a boiler that heats water and circulates it through a closed network of pipes to a set of radiators or convectors. Because water expands and contracts as it heats and cools, these systems include expansion tanks to ensure a constant volume of water circulating…
How to Test & Service an Electric Baseboard Heater
Baseboard heaters are simple electrical units consisting of a heating element with attached metal fins for transferring heat, and a limit control- a switch that prevents the element from overheating. To control the temperature, some models have a built-in thermostat; others are controlled by a line voltage, or zone thermostat-a wall -mounted thermostat that is…