The TPR valve on your hot water heater protects the tank and ensures the safe operation of the unit. When the water heats and expands inside the storage tank of your hot water heater, ready for you to use, the job of the TPR valve is to relieve the pressure by allowing a little of … Read more
So pretty isn’t it? Actually it’s not – it’s legionnaires bacteria. To prevent bacteria growth, particularly legionnaires, hot water should be set at a minimum of 60°C in your hot water unit cylinder, and then regulated for your bathing outlets, through the tempering valve, to between 38°C – 50°C . It’s very important to note that … Read more
Have a listen to our Bay93.9 radio ad for ‘Hot water Geelong’ that will be airing from the start of November. https://www.tomlinsonplumbing.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Nov2017-tomlinson-plumbing-geetom160914water-1.mp3 Tomlinson Plumbing has the experience and expertise to help you with your hot water in Geelong, Torquay, Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove and surrounding areas. We can assist with all types of hot water heaters – Rheem, … Read more
Hot Water Geelong | Torquay | Barwon Heads | Ocean Grove | Tomlinson Plumbing Water contains dissolved gases, and the higher the water temperature, the less gas can be dissolved. As tap water is heated under pressure, the gas cannot always immediately escape, so microscopic air bubbles form. So, technically speaking, it’s due to the physics of heating … Read more
Hot Water Heaters | Repairs, Service & Replacements | Tomlinson Plumbing | Torquay | Geelong | Barwon Heads | Ocean Grove If you notice any of the following issues with your hot water system, or hot water supply, it may be a sign that your unit requires a service, or it may even be on … Read more