Here in South Africa, we’ve been fortunate that our municipal water has been of a drinkable quality for many decades. Unfortunately, as infrastructure ages and demands increase, the quality of water may not be as crystalline as you once enjoyed. It’s a very good...
Modern plumbing only really developed in the early 1800’s, but the concept of indoor plumbing goes back about 5000 – 6500 years. One of the earliest examples of a sophisticated indoor plumbing is the ancient city of Lothal of the Indus Valley. That sounds kinda...
In most households, up to 60% of electricity bills can be accounted to the electrical geyser. This, despite ongoing heated discussions (pun intended) about “best geyser practise”… (Is that a thing??) Best Geyser Practise Switch your electrical geyser off...
We’re not usually bothered with statistics – who makes them up anyway? – but we stumbled across one stat that did bother us. According to research (or the people who make up stats), 14% of water usage in South Africa can be accounted to pipe leakages. As...
You don’t need to be a professional in plumbing, but it is crucial to understand the basics – specifically when it comes to leaks. Let’s have a look at some tips that may assist you if you ever find yourself in a situation. Cover your pipes in heat. The crucial...
Given that heating can account for more than 30% of your winter electricity bill, selecting the best option to heat your home up is important. Heat pumps are a cost effective alternative to traditional heating options as they move rather than generate heat. This...
