We have to wait for a long time to get hot water from the faucets, during winter, coz of water filled in the pipes getting cold. Is there any way we can maintain the temperature on pipes or any special kind of pipes available in the market? It is irritating me to wait for really...really...long time.
2006-11-21 12:58:59 · 14 answers · asked by sona 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
YES there are a few ways
one is a recirculation pump, you press a button in the bathroom when you walk in, and I think a buzzer sounds a few seconds later when the hot water is at the faucet, it takes the water in the pipes and sends it back to the hot water tank and pulls hot water until it is at the shower or the sink..and it does not waste any water at all.....
and second, they have either gas or electric operated units that are less than a few feet from the bathroom and they are called TANKLESS..adn they work very well,
both units work very well, a lot of home owner can do the work if they have the knowledge , but they suggest calling a pro because of water and the electrical part of it..
go to one of the home product stores like Home Depot or Lowes and talk to the guys in the plumbing center, and if they do not know contact a few plumbers, also DIY.com and the channel that shows people how to build homes have it on their web site...
so yes there is, and they save water too
good luck
smile
2006-11-21 13:08:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Home Depot and Lowes Home Improvement Centers have pipe insulations, although it will not keep the water hot in the pipes. There are also pipe heaters, but they require a lot of money for insulation. The only thing I can recommend is turning up the thermostat on the water heater, then just running the hot water when trying to get the hot water through the pipes. When you adjust the thermostat, make sure the pilot light doesnt go out, a gas leak is never a good idea.
2006-11-21 13:04:08 · answer #2 · answered by J. R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can buy the insulator covers for the pipes this also cuts down on the sweating in the summer. However, there is a new system out there that will give you hot water on demand. It is a small unit that is about an 1/8 of the size of a water heater. According to consumer reports it will save you money over the long run in reduced gas usage or electricity.
Ask about them at your local Lowes
2006-11-21 13:04:03 · answer #3 · answered by ferretcoach 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can get to the pipes leading from the hot water heater, wrap them. They sell the stuff at hardare stores--it is gray tube shaped foam. It is slit on one side to install easily. This stuff helps tremendously.
It is fairly inexpensive and lasts for years. You can either buy it by the foot, or in 4 foot sections. I thinks the 4 foot sections are the cheapest route to take. It just slips right on the pipe.
The reason the water is cold, is that the pipes are cold. The water doesn't get warm until the pipe warms up. If the pipe is insulated, it gets warmer quicker.
2006-11-21 13:04:07 · answer #4 · answered by maamu 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The sun IS brighter in the winter because the Earth's orbit around the sun is not a perfect circle but an elipse with the sun at one focus. The Earth is closest to the sun on ~January 5th, so the sun will be brightest on and around that day. However, this has nothing to do with the march of the seasons, which are due to the angle of the sun above the horizon. Due to the tilt of the Earth's axis compared to the orbital plane, The sun is nearly overhead at noon in late spring and summer, but it is very low in the sky even at noon in the winter. If you don't believe me just check out the length of your shadow at ~1:00PM Daylight saving time now, and then do the same at 12:00 noon in late November or December-January and you will see what I mean. The lower sun angle means colder temperatures, regardless of where the sun is in its orbit.
2016-05-22 11:20:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Insulate your hot water pipes in the basement. They sell the material , oneside open & just slips over your pipes. Save energy & water as well.
2006-11-21 13:05:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a water dispenser it has hot or cold water and you just put the 5 gallon container in it plug into the wall let it sit for a while and it will be burning hot water. The company is ice mountain and you have to subscribe.
2006-11-21 13:05:37 · answer #7 · answered by yellowdogman1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is a pipe wrap you can get at hardware stores. it is made from foam, and comes in 3 foot pieces. it will keep your water a little warmer when not in use. hope this helps
2006-11-21 13:56:05 · answer #8 · answered by phoenixrenos 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Install an on demand hot water heater. They also save hundreds on your electricity bill a year
2006-11-21 13:06:39 · answer #9 · answered by do you know me? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Set the thermostat temperature higher.
2006-11-21 13:03:10 · answer #10 · answered by Max 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋