by neogek1@gmail.com | Jul 11, 2022 | Stories
Picture the scene – you are just about to brush your teeth and as you turn on the tap a stream of brown, cloudy water runs out. Gross! Dirty water may not always be harmful but it can be disturbing and it is definitely something to have checked out immediately.
If you have brown water coming out of your taps it could be due to corroded pipes, mineral build up or maintenance operations on the main lines.
Tap water looks rusty brown, yellowish, or reddish when it contains an excess of sediment or minerals.
The most common discolouring minerals present in water are iron and manganese. While these minerals aren’t typically harmful to humans, manganese and iron in water may mean that your tap water smells bad or tastes funny. A plumber can test the water quality in your home to make sure nothing else is going on.
If all of your water (hot and cold) suddenly goes brown:
Sudden change from clear to rusty water could be the result of nearby utility maintenance or a break in a city-operated water main or fire hydrant. Or your geyser or your water supply pipes may have become rusty or corroded, and that brown water from your tap is the beginning sign of those changes.
If only your hot water is discoloured:
Sediment or rust may have built up in your geyser. Your plumber can trace the reason for this.
If you get brown water from your cold tap and only from certain taps:
The problem is probably with a particular water supply pipe. Home plumbing clogs and corrodes over time, especial if your water has a high mineral content.
Get in Touch
Contact the plumbing professionals at Bosman Plumbing as soon as you notice any problems with the water coming out of your taps. Our plumbers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide reliable solutions and peace of mind.
Email: info@bosmanplumbing.co.za
www.bosmanplumbing.co.za
Tel: 021 705 3969
083 658 1402
083 658 1401
by neogek1@gmail.com | Jul 4, 2022 | Stories
Winter has well and truly arrived and there is nothing worse than stripping off your clothes to get into the bath or shower in a cold bathroom! Brrr!
Here are some ideas for keeping your bathroom warm this winter:
Check the Windows
Check your windows and make sure that they seal properly. The frame shouldn’t have any holes, cracks or gaps which will let heat escape and allow cold to get in from outside. This is a relatively quick and cheap fix and will make all the difference to the temperature of your bathroom in winter. Instead of leaving windows open, fit an extractor fan in your bathroom to prevent a build-up of condensation whenever you’re running hot water.
Heated Towel Rails
Heated Towel Rails are a cost-effective and modern way of increasing the temperature in your bathroom while also providing the luxuriousness of a lovely warm towel.
Underfloor Heating
Freezing cold floor tiles? No, thank you! Underfloor heating not only takes the chill off of the floor, but as heat rises it will keep the entire bathroom warmed up too. And even better, you can install a timer so the floors are already turned on and ready for you whenever you need them. No more cold tiled bathroom floors making you dread getting up and out of bed in the morning – underfloor bathroom heating is a great investment and one that you certainly won’t regret.
Bathroom Mats
If under-floor heating isn’t for you, bathroom mats are a very easy solution to prevent cold feet. The thicker the mats, the better they’ll be and you’ll easily be able to find some that match your bathroom’s decor and colour scheme.
Get in Touch
Contact the plumbing professionals at Bosman Plumbing for advice on bathroom renovations and plumbing. Our plumbers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide reliable solutions and peace of mind this winter.
Email: info@bosmanplumbing.co.za
www.bosmanplumbing.co.za
Tel: 021 705 3969
083 658 1402
083 658 1401
by neogek1@gmail.com | Jun 16, 2022 | Stories
Your hot water plumbing system will experience more than its fair share of wear and tear during the colder months. Geysers work much harder to warm water in the winter due to the lower temperatures and the increase in demand for hot water.
The importance of Geyser Maintenance
Without proper maintenance leading up to winter, it is very common for drains, pipes and geysers to experience problems or need to be replaced or repaired when the temperatures start to drop.
Get in Touch
Bosman Plumbing can help to keep your hot water flowing and your Geyser in tip-top shape with regular geyser maintenance, geyser insulation, geyser repairs and geyser replacements.
At Bosman Plumbing, all of our service teams operate with the best quality tools, equipment and excellent support to ensure your problem is dealt with swiftly and efficiently. Get in touch with us to make sure your Geyser is ready for winter.
Tel: 021 705 3969
083 658 1402
083 658 1401
by neogek1@gmail.com | Jun 9, 2022 | Stories
With the start of cold, crisp mornings and chilly evenings, it is safe to say that winter is on the way! It is never too late to prepare your home and plumbing for the cold weather. Drains are one of the highest maintenance parts of your house’s plumbing, and that is especially true in winter.
Food items like coffee grounds, oil, grease and even tiny bits of food can clog your drains by collecting in the pipes, preventing the free flow of water. In winter, cold pipes and drains can cause these substances to solidify more quickly and cause severe blockages.
Some tips to prepare your drains for winter:
- Have your drains checked and cleaned regularly
- Never pour oil or grease into the kitchen sink or any drains
- Make use of drain and plug hole covers or screens
A clogged drain can push water back up into your home and cause significant damage to walls and flooring, making regular maintenance of drains critically crucial to any home. At Bosman Plumbing, all of our service teams operate with the best quality tools, equipment and excellent support to ensure your drain maintenance is dealt with swiftly and efficiently.
Get in Touch
Contact the plumbing professionals at Bosman Plumbing as soon as you notice any problems with your drainage systems. Our plumbers are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to provide reliable solutions and peace of mind this winter. Get in touch with us to make sure your plumbing is ready for winter.
Tel: 021 705 3969
083 658 1402
083 658 1401
by neogek1@gmail.com | Jun 2, 2022 | Stories
Are you thinking about renovating your bathroom? An extra-large shower and luxurious soaking bath may be on your wish list – but will they work in your existing space?
Your plumbing professionals are the perfect people to help you realise your renovating dreams. Professional plumbers can help you find solutions to any issues your home may have that you have never considered.
Bathroom renovations, sanitary ware replacement, installation and plumbing maintenance are what we do best at Bosman Plumbing, and these are some of the things we recommend asking before starting to renovate.
– Do I have the required water pressure for the new fixtures I would like?
Many popular features like rainfall showerheads or showers with multiple showerheads require sufficient water supply to support the water pressure needed.
– How much space do I need?
Fixtures typically have minimum space requirements for installation. Your Plumber can help you to assess whether or not the fixtures you would like to use will fit into your space and offer alternative solutions if needed.
– What are my water-saving options?
With so many new water-saving options now available to improve water efficiency, a bathroom renovation is a perfect time to incorporate these and help save on costs in the long term.
– Do I need to update my pipes?
If you are planning a complete bathroom renovation project, you will likely be tearing out tile and working on the walls and floor, so it can be a good time to update old pipes to avoid future leaks.
Get in Touch
As industry experts with over 25 years of experience, Bosman Plumbing can provide you with expert guidance when you are preparing to renovate. Please speak to one of our consultants today and get ready for the bathroom of your dreams.
Tel: 021 705 3969
083 658 1402
083 658 1401
