Hard Water plagues many homes in the eastern U.S damaging everything from sinks, bathtubs and appliances, to your skin, hair and clothes. Contaminated water also poses serious health risks to you and your family.

Without having your system tested regularly, there's no accurate way of knowing what type of contaminates are in your tap water. There is no guarantee of purity with well-water and even the cleanest municipal water often has that "city water" flavor. The Alternative, bottled water, is unrealistic and expensive to cover your every water need.

But clean healthy great tasting tap water is more practical and affordable than you might think. With whole-house water containing system you can have refreshing water that is free from impurities, helps us take better care of your hair and skin, and much more..

Hard water can leave residue on skin after you rinsed, which blocks pores and traps bacteria, causing chapping, itchiness and dryness. Water conditioning softens water, making soap and shampoo more effective in providing you with softer, smoother skin and cleaner, more manageable hair.

The components in hard water which damage your hair skin also leave unsightly mineral stains in bathtubs, toilets and sinks. Hard water renders household cleaners less effective and can permanently damage appliances. With a water conditioning system, appliances will experience less mineral buildup, last longer and clean clothes and dishes much more efficiently, reducing energy bills.

If you live in an apartment or condominium, you may have to rely on your building’s central cooling system to stay comfortable during the scorching summer heat. However, if this proves to be inefficient or if you’re concerned with rising energy costs, you may have to resort to less efficient cooling methods such as ceiling or portable electric fans in order to find respite from rising temperatures. Thankfully, portable air conditioners are the perfect portable cooling solution for areas that cannot accommodate traditional window units such as apartments or even computer server rooms.

Portable air conditioners work similar to traditional central or window air conditioners in that they utilize the refrigeration cycle and a coolant to cool a room or area. However, they are portable, mobile, and do not require any sort of permanent installation. Instead, they consist of a box-like frame that holds both the cold and hot side of the AC along with an exhaust hose to expel heat. Water is removed from the air, and this condensate is either collected in a tray or bucket located within the unit or in more advanced models, even self-evaporated.

When purchasing a portable air conditioner, one of the most common terms you’ll see advertised is a unit’s BTU rating. As an acronym for British Thermal Units, BTUs refer to a portable air conditioner’s cooling capacity, and this can range anywhere from 5,000 BTUs to 18,000 BTUs. The higher the BTU value, the stronger the air conditioner. To get a ballpark estimation of the amount of BTUs you’ll need for your room, simply find the square footage of the room and multiply this number by 35.

However, keep in mind that while BTUs are one of the most important factors to look for in an air conditioner, be aware that many portable AC manufacturers often overstate the BTU rating of their units as a way to market their products. Thankfully, in our quest to find the best portable air conditioners on the market, we found the NewAir AC-1600H to be one of the most powerful portable ACs available.

First Impressions - Style, Size, and Display:
When we first removed the NewAir AC-1600H from its package, we were quite impressed with its design. Its sleek silver finished complemented our 400 square foot living room’s décor, and the unit itself weighed approximately 75 pounds. Rolling casters made maneuverability a snap, while the large, easy-to-read LCD display panel with remote control made operation simple and hassle-free.

BTUs and Cooling Capacity:
As mentioned above, BTU ratings are one of the most important factors to consider when purchasing a portable AC. The NewAir AC-1600H provided 16,000 BTUs of cooling power – more than many of the units we tested. NewAir recommends this unit to be used in areas 400 square or smaller, but we found that it may have even had the capacity to cool areas slightly larger in ideal conditions (64° to 90° F).

Dehumidification and Auto-Evaporative Technology:
A portable air conditioner’s use of the refrigeration cycle also allows it to remove moisture from the air, making it especially great for humid areas. In addition to cooling, the NewAir AC-1600H portable air conditioner also had the ability to remove up to 80 pints of water per day. Moreover, because it utilized advanced auto-evaporative technology, this eliminated the need to empty any water tanks (assuming your climate isn’t too humid).

Year-Round Use:
The NewAir AC-1600H also came with a built-in space heater that offered 16,000 BTUs of heating power. Furthermore, the inclusion of a 3M Filtrete filter removed dust, pollen, bacteria, and animal dander from the air, while the activated carbon filter was able to adsorb odors such as smoke.

Overall, we found the NewAir AC-1600H to be an excellent portable AC that included many advanced features. Best of all, it offers more BTUs than most portable ACs on the market, and its sleek, European design is sure to complement any type of décor in your home.

If you live in the American Southwest or any other hot, arid region in the world, you’ve probably either seen or at least heard of a swamp cooler. Swamp coolers, also known as evaporative coolers, produce effective cooling by combining the natural process of water evaporation with a simple air-moving system. Outside air is pushed through water-soaked pads where it is cooled by evaporation and circulated throughout a room or home by a large fan. When this occurs, the ambient temperature can be lowered by as much as 20° F.

Because these appliances are simple and primarily cool the air via evaporation, they are extremely energy efficient and usually cost only pennies a day to run. In fact, studies have shown that when compared to traditional air conditioning systems, swamp coolers can use up to 75 percent less electricity.

However, when compared to air conditioners, operating a swamp cooler may require a bit more work (though minimal). This usually involves refilling the water reservoir and making sure the cooling pads are clean and in good working order. When proper maintenance steps aren’t followed, problems can arise, but these can be fixed by performing a few simple repairs. Here are some common swamp cooler issues consumers may encounter:

Water drips from the unit.
This is often due to improper end-of-season storage. Be sure to always clean and drain your swamp cooler, as well as remove the pads before storing your unit for an extended period of time.

The evaporative cooler doesn’t provide enough cooling.
Always remember that swamp coolers are only suitable for dry climates because they add moisture to the air. Using a swamp cooler in a humid environment will only further increase humidity levels and also cause corrosion to components and/or damage to furnishings. Furthermore, be sure that you are allowing sufficient airflow by opening doors and windows, as well as checking the cooling pads for dry spots or clogs.

There’s an odor coming from the unit.
Odors can usually be attributed to stagnant water or moldy pads. Regularly drain and clean your swamp cooler’s reservoir and replace the cooling pads regularly.

The unit doesn’t start.
Check the fuse and breaker. If the fuse is broken or if the breaker is tripped, it’s time to consult a professional.

Air Conditioning

Mr Leak specialists are the best that you will find. Our technicians are trained, clean cut, drug free professionals. They will treat you and your home with the highest level of respect.

Our technicians can repair your current heating system or install a new one so your home
maintains your desired level of comfort. This winter, don’t be left out in the cold. As part of this plan we will perform an annual heating system precision tune up. By performing annual maintenance on you heating system you can keep the cost of heating your home as low as possible and also prevents breakdowns. For just a few dollars a month, you can make sure you and your family stays comfortable, safe and warm all winter long.

Some of our Cooling services include:

* Service and repairs for all makes and models
* Emergency no heat calls
* Thermostats repaired or replaced
* Steam heating repairs
* Same day installation of new gas furnaces
* Same day installation of new gas boilers
* Oil to gas conversions
* Heat pumps repaired and replaced
* Humidifiers repaired and replaced
* Ultra Violet air purification systems repaired and replaced
* Electronic air filters repaired and replaced
* Video camera inspection of heating systems

For a complete list of services and to find out how we can best provide for your heating needs, call us. We will do all we can to satisfy you.

NJ Plumbing and Heating, New Safe Solutions for plumbing in NJ and NY from a licenced NJ plumber

Plumber in NJ- Safe Solutions - FloodSafe

The Floodsafe™ Water Detector Shutoff protects the home or business ownerfrom catastrophic damage due to a water heater leak. The Floodsafe™ WaterDetector Shutoff detects the presence of water on the floor beneath the waterheater and automatically shuts off the water supply and the power source tothe water heater.- if you like more info you can call a nj plumber like MRLEAK.COM

Features:
Testable and Resettable: This is NOT a one-time use device. The FloodSafe™ Water Detector Shutoff can be easily reset by the NJ plumbing contractor, home or business owner or plumbing inspector to assure proper operation.

Easily installed on new or existing water heaters.– No special piping is required.– Supplied with a Water Dam for concrete, linoleum, tile or other hard surface fl ooring.– Sized for 3⁄4" or 1" water supply lines.– Secure interlocking connector cables are unique to each connecting device.– Powered by a safe low-voltage Power Supply that plugs into a standard 120 VAC wall outlet and is wired using standard thermostat cable.– No electrician required for gas and oil installations.
Employs state-of-the-art water detection technology (noterminals to corrode or impair operation).

Provides contacts for monitored alarm detection systems.
Power Cutout Modules for the standing pilot gas fi red water heaters retain thermocouple circuit in the event of momentary power outage.

How It Works
The Control Unit, which houses the circuitry, alarm lamp, audible alarm, alarm silence button, andconnector sockets, is installed on the cold water supply to the water heater.
The exclusive Water Detector Pad lays flat on the floor (or in a water heater drip pan).
Upon detection of as little as 1⁄16" of standing water theControl Unit initiates the alarm and shutoff sequence.

Shuts off the water supply to the water heater. Closes the cold water supply to the water heater to minimize water leakage and water damage.

Removes the source of power to the water heater. Should the cause of water detection be from the temperature and pressure safety relief valve discharge, it is important that the supply of energy to the water heater be removed to protect against an extremely hazardous condition or explosion.

Protects your home or business against the danger of explosion.
Energizes an audible alarm and remote alarm contacts. The Floodsafe™ Water Detector Shutoff has an internal alarm to alert the homeowner. It also has contacts that can be connected to a monitored alarm system, to provide 24/7 notification to a home or business security service

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How To Plunge a Drain

How To Plunge a Drain


When a drain is clogged, whether it's a sink, a toilet, or a tub.
the first thing to do is try breaking up the clog by plunging it.
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A plunger always works better if you put enough water into the fixture to cover the plunger.

If plunging doesn't break up the clog, either blast open the drain with a hose and hydraulic bladder or use a drain auger to snake out the drain. - if you dont have a snake you can call a NY/ or NJ plumber we recumend calling mr leak 201.444.1154


To plunge a toilet, fill the bowl about half full. Push the bell-shape of the plunger down into the drain and, maintaining a tight seal, rapidly pump 15 to 25 times with short strokes. If water doesn't flush down, - call a NJ plumber or NY plumber or any licenced plumber


To plunge a sink or tub, first remove the strainer and pop-up. Stuff a rag or sponge into a plastic bag and use this to plug the overflow hole. If one side of a double kitchen sink is blocked, stuff this plug into the drain hole of the other side. Fill the fixture with enough water to cover the plunger's flat rubber cup (fold the bell shape up inside). Plunge steadily up and down 15 or 20 times
intersperse a few powerful pushes. Keep the plunger tightly sealed against the fixture. A plunger doesn't usually work on floor or shower drains, but it's worth a try; be sure the water level covers the plunger for better plunging.


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