Modern homes either use electricity to power their appliances or a combination of electricity and natural gas. Although there are a number of benefits to electrical use in a household, such as convenience and safety, there are also many good reasons to consider making the change to natural gas (if this is possible in your area) or expanding your current use of natural gas.
Why You Should Consider Expanding Natural Gas Use in Your Home
February 29th, 2016Hydro Jetting vs. Drain Snakes: Which Is Better?
February 22nd, 2016Professional drain cleaning is one our specialties at MPI, and we provide it both for homes and businesses in the Orlando area. We have a variety of the finest professional-grade tools at our disposal to see that your house or establishment receives a thorough cleaning that will see that your drains work better and with few problems in the future.
World Plumbing Day 2016 Celebration and Poster Contest!
February 19th, 2016Take a moment to reflect on the incredible importance of our plumbing infrastructure.
Every day we use multiple parts of the plumbing systems that help us stay hydrated, stay clean and a multitude of other things we tend to take for granted.
On March 11th every year, we take a moment to appreciate the advancements in technology that have afforded us the sanitation and water needs of a modern society. It’s important to us that we take a moment to appreciate the foundation on which our business is built, and one of the great pillars of society. Next time you go fill your water bottle, use the lavatory or anything requiring a plumbing system, think about the work and technology that goes into maintaining such an important system.
To celebrate the marvels and importance of today’s plumbing systems, join Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. for the annual World Plumbing Day poster contest!
You could win an iPad, money for your school and your future education!
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See the winners of last year’s contest HERE
For more information on World Plumbing Day, go to: www.worldplumbingday.org
Answering Some Common Questions about Tankless Water Heaters
February 15th, 2016Although the tankless water heater is becoming more popular in the U.S. with each year, many homeowners are still unsure about whether they can really benefit from having one of these systems installed. We would like to address a few of the questions that consumers often ask regarding tankless water heaters.
“Are tankless water heaters a recent invention?”
No. In fact, the first tankless waters heaters were invented more than a hundred years ago, not long after the start of production of the first storage tank water heaters. However, these first tankless systems had poor energy efficiency and performance. Only within the past few decades has the technology matured to the stage where tankless models are very competitive in the market.
“What kind of energy source do tankless water heaters use?”
Tankless systems come in either electric or natural gas models. Electric models are usually installed only for a single appliance, however, or for a cabin or guest house. Gas models are the best choice for whole-house water heating, and can help immensely with energy savings.
“Is switching from a tank to a tankless water heater a good idea?”
It’s actually a great idea. We understand that people are often afraid of a technology with which they are unfamiliar, but tankless water heaters really are the future. Other developed nations have almost completely switched over to tankless water heating systems. And it isn’t difficult for professional installers to make the replacement for your home.
“Are tankless systems unreliable?”
This is the myth that most often holds people back from choosing to go with a tankless water heater. If you hear that a tankless water heater is prone to breaking down and losing the ability to supply enough heated water, it’s almost certainly coming from outdated information that’s more than 10 years old. Currently tankless systems are more reliable than standard tank models.
If you have more questions about tankless water heaters, call the experts at Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. We’re ready to arrange for your new water heater installation in Winter Springs, FL.
Warning Signs That You May Need Commercial Re-Piping
February 8th, 2016No matter what type of business you run, your commercial building will rely on plumbing to some extent. It could be the bathrooms for an office building, or it could be a vital part of day-to-day operations such as in a food service establishment.
Some Signs to Tell You Need to Replace Your Bathroom Toilet
February 1st, 2016The bathroom toilet is about as essential as a home plumbing fixtures can get. Your toiler receives daily use and you probably don’t expend much other thought it. In fact, it’s easy to assume that a toilet will simply go on performing its useful function, day after day, with only a few occasional repair problems.
Addressing Common Concerns about Tankless Water Heaters
January 25th, 2016Tankless water heaters are not exactly a “new” technology. In fact, the first tankless model was invented in the late 19th century. But it wasn’t until fairly recently that they developed to the point where they were efficient and reliable enough to become competitive with the conventional storage tank water heater. With continuing advances, tankless water heaters are now a popular alternative for home installation, and we can expect to see their popularity grow every year.
Clearing Up a Few Plumbing Misconceptions
January 18th, 2016The plumbing industry has been around as long as indoor plumbing has existed. As with anything with such a lengthy history, plumbing has developed numerous myths and misconceptions that linger in the minds of customers. Unfortunately, the development of the Internet has helped spread these false ideas, even while professionals use the Web to attempt to dispel them.
In this post, we will address some general plumbing misconceptions that professionals encounter.
Are You Losing Water Pressure in Your Commercial Building?
January 11th, 2016Start the Year Right with Drain Cleaning
January 4th, 2016It might sound odd to say that you should “treat yourself at the start of the year to drain cleaning.” But this is a great way to get started with taking care of your home for the coming year. January is always a good time to schedule major projects for your home (at least it is in Florida, where we don’t have to worry about snow and freezing temperatures) so you have a solid head start on the year. Never too early to begin making good on those resolutions, right?