Barrhaven & The Thermostatic Mixing Valve
Hello! John THE Plumber Barrhaven here, to talk about Thermostatic Mixing Valves!
As we open this winter season, we have encountered many a homeowner that feels they keep running out of hot water quickly, but aren’t able to invest in a bigger water tank. This lead us to write this blog and explain you may well not require a bigger tank to receive the amount of hot water you want daily. All you have to do is install what is called a “Thermostatic Mixing Valve”.
A Thermostatic Mixing Valve device works as follows
First, connect the valve to your and hot and cold water lines right above the hot water tank. Next, set your desired water temperature and then the valve will mix both so it supplies that exact degree of water. These valves are the answer to many hot water supply issues They are fairly inexpensive, are mounted easily to most hot water systems and come with these awesome benefits:
Burn Protection
Hot water tanks can go up and down several degrees no matter what temperature they happen to be set at, it is in their nature to fluctuate. It is very true that water running from your taps can scald a person in seconds. This safety measure should be even more observed if small children, elderly or handicapped people are living in your home. A thermostatic Mixing Valve will control your water temperature without you having to worry, and prevent any type of burning incident.
Disease Protection
If your water supply were to sit at temperatures lower than 120 degrees, harmful bacteria are able to grow which presents a danger to your family. It’s good to know this as lowering your water tank temperature to protect against someone getting burned will only face you with a different health matter within your home. Best advice we can give is to keep your temperature at a high degree while using a mixing valve will keep your family safe from injury and illness while providing the comfort of hot water.
In regards to these valves and the health of your family and your pocketbook: If you don’t have a thermostatic valve as of yet, it’s time to start thinking about one. If you would like more information or have any plumbing concerns or questions call John THE Plumber Barrhaven today. We will send one of our knowledgeable and licensed gents to you right away to assess your needs and provide any services you may require. We are so very pleased to aid when we can – You’ll be happy that you called!
