Why is My Water Softener Draining Continuously?
“Three hundred and forty-two litres—gone overnight.” That’s what the digital meter on my parents’ Kinetico 2020c read when I popped round for Sunday lunch….
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Why is My Water Softener Running Constantly?
Twenty-seven litres of water vanished every hour from Mrs. Caldwell’s utility closet, dripping down a PVC pipe that fed her brine tank. The softener’s disp…
What Are Water Softeners and How Do They Benefit Your Home?
Twenty-seven drips per minute. That’s what I counted from the kettle in a Sutton client’s kitchen last winter—each drop landing with a plink on the stoveto…
Complete Guide to Smart Home Lighting Systems
Statistics show that 40% of projects go over budget. For our clients, that number is less than 5%, and here is the one thing we do differently: we don’t st…
Double Glazed Window with Extractor Fan: The Ultimate Guide
“Most people don’t realize that the ‘bargain’ material they’re choosing will actually double their labor costs, making it more expensive in the end.”
Extractor Fan Installation: A Step-by-Step Guide
In 15 years of installations, I’ve seen that nearly 80% of emergency service calls are for issues that could have been prevented with a simple, annual main…
How to Wire an Extractor Fan to a Light Switch: A Step-by-Step Guide
Last month, a client called at midnight—his bathroom fan had stopped working after a bathroom remodel, and his wife was complaining about mildew creeping u…
Extractor Fan with Timer: A Guide to Choosing the Right One
Last month, a client called me in a panic. Her bathroom had started smelling musty, and the mirror wouldn’t stop fogging—even after her morning shower ende…
Troubleshooting Light Switch Issues: Why Your Switch Won’t Turn Off the Light
Last month, a client called at midnight—voice trembling—because her bathroom light wouldn’t turn off. Not flicker. Not dim. Just… stayed on. Her toddler wa…
The Ultimate Guide to Fixing a Leaky Shower Head
Last month, a client called me at midnight—water was dripping steadily from her shower head, echoing through the quiet bathroom like a metronome set to pan…