Waiting Too Long For the Hot Water to Arrive?

Here at Boden Plumbing we're always on the lookout for innovative products and services for our customers. We aim to provide options and make recommendations that are cost-effective and that will save money and resources over the long haul.

Something we've been recommending for awhile now -- for people who don't seem to get enough hot water at their fixtures or who have to wait too darn long for it to show up -- is a hot water recirculation pump. It can save time, money and energy. We've installed quite a few over the years and receive excellent feedback from our customers from the results.

Well, recently we've come across a new hot water recirculation system that we think is another great option. It reduces the water bill without affecting the gas or electric bill. In fact, for the typical household, the water saved in a year would fill more than 42,000 one-liter bottles of water -- all while cutting down on that wait time.

One pump provides faster hot water for the entire house -- and is activated by turning on any hot water faucet in the house. It fits out of the way near the water heater, and the installation is simple.  

Q: How do I know if your product will benefit me?
If it take 45 seconds or more for your water to get hot, this system will save you water, time and money.  

Q: I have a tankless water heater. Will this product work for me?
Yes, we have systems that are effective with both tankless and traditional tank-style water heaters.

 Q: Will this take up space under any of my sinks?
No, this is very small and is installed near the water heater and quickly brings hot water to all of your sinks and showers.

Q: Is there a warranty on this product?
Yes, a full five year warranty.

Still have questions? Call us here at the office at 707-996-8683, or toll free at 866-663-7477.

This time of year attention always seems to gravitate to hot water issues. When you wake up on a dark, chilly morning and the shower isn't as steamy as you like -- or you have to wait for forever for the water to even get hot -- you notice.

It's a good time of year to perform basic maintenance on your hot water tank for that very reason: the damp and cold is a perfect reminder.

The other thing to think about is the water wasted running the tap waiting for the hot water to arrive. There is something that puts hot water at your fingertips when you need it. It's called a hot water circulation pump, or recirc pump in plumber's lingo.

Installation of a recirc pump is straightforward, and it's easy to maintain. The pump attaches to your hot water heater and a small return valve is unobtrusively installed on the furthest faucet in the home. Since the existing lines are used, there's no added expense for additional lines. Then a timer keeps that hot water circulating in the pipes just when you need it most - saving time, energy and water.

You may not run the hot water all day long while the family is away from home at work and school. During that time, heated water lays in the line cooling off. Then when you do get home - or up in the morning - and need the hot water, all that unused and now tepid water has to run through the line - and down the drain - before fresh hot water reaches the faucet.

The water savings can be significant. Some estimates suggest that in a typical household as much as 16,000 gallons of water can be saved per year with a recirc pump.

If you'd like more information, call the shop. We'd be happy to answer any questions or come to your home for a site evaluation.

:: PG&E energy calculators

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Boden Plumbing primarily serves Sonoma Valley, Napa Valley, and the Petaluma area. We provide a full range of residential plumbing repairs and services.
866-663-7477
www.nodrips.com

Call Boden Plumbing toSave Energy, Time and Moneywith a Grundfos Comfort System

We've run this post before, but the information bears repeating. Interest in saving energy and water seems even keener than it was less than a year ago. So here goes...just another option for you to consider when making decisions about what you can do to save energy, time and money at your house.

Are you running the tap waiting for the hot water to arrive? We know. It's inconvenient - and a waste of both water and money. But what are ya' gonna do?

Well, a hot water recirculation system could be just the ticket.

Think about it. You may not run the hot water all day long while the family is away from home at work and school. During that time, heated water lays in the line cooling off. Then when you do get home - or up in the morning - and need the hot water, all that unused and now tepid water needs to be run through the line - and down the drain - before fresh hot water reaches the faucet.

It's goofy.

With a recirculation system, water temperature is maintained in the line when you need it most. At Boden Plumbing, we like the Grundfos Comfort System. It's a straightforward install and easy to maintain. The pump attaches to your hot water heater and a small return valve is unobtrusively installed on the furthest faucet in the home. Since the existing lines are used, there's no added expense for additional lines. Then timers keep that hot water circulating in the pipes just when you need it most - saving time, energy, water. You name it.

If you'd like more information, call the shop (707-996-8683). Or log onto the Grundfos site to learn more.

:: the Grundfos recirc system
:: PG&E energy calculators

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Boden Plumbing primarily serves Sonoma Valley, Napa Valley, and the Petaluma area. We provide a full range of residential plumbing repairs and services.
866-663-7477
www.nodrips.com

Got Hot Water?

Are you running the tap waiting for the hot water to arrive? We know. It's inconvenient - and a waste of both water and money. But what are ya' gonna do?

Well, a hot water recirculation system could be just the ticket.

Think about it. You may not run the hot water all day long while the family is away from home at work and school. During that time, heated water lays in the line cooling off. Then when you do get home - or up in the morning - and need the hot water, all that unused and now tepid water needs to be run through the line - and down the drain - before fresh hot water reaches the faucet.

It's goofy.

With a recirculation system, water temperature is maintained in the line when you need it most. At Boden Plumbing, we like the Grundfos Comfort System. It's a straightforward install and easy to maintain. The pump attaches to your hot water heater and a small return valve is unobtrusively installed on the furthest faucet in the home. Since the existing lines are used, there's no added expense for additional lines. Then timers keep that hot water circulating in the pipes just when you need it most - saving time, energy, water. You name it.

If you'd like more information, call the shop. Or log onto the Grundfos site to learn more.

:: the Grundfos recirc system
:: PG&E energy calculators