One of the best parts of plumbing for me is the kitchen. I love to cook and a comfortable-functional kitchen just makes me happy. I have a few recommendations for you if you are building a new home or renovating yours. First off the kitchen faucet. If I were going to spend money in one [...]
Your next water heater
If you are looking for more hot water for less money, This might be the right choice for you. State Premier Power-Vent Gas water heater This 50 gallon heater can out-preform a 75 gallon, and runs at 90% thermal efficiency! (standard heaters run 60-70%). That = more money in your pocket. This is a good choice for [...]
Foam Panel Home
Mr. Jones, and his foam home. Just when you thought you had seen it all… There are many reasons that people do what they do. Austin is such a progressive green city. It is really fun to see the new building material being used. Mr. Jones was interested in creating a building that will last through multiple [...]
Demotivators add a little smile to the day.
http://despair.com Not related to plumbing at all, but this is a look into our office as we have a few of these in strategic places. Check it out, it’s good for a few laughs. That which does not kill me postpones the inevitable. Radiant Plumbing Service | 1607 Cuernavaca Suite 600 | Austin , TX 78733 Call us [...]
Recirculate It!
I love to turn on a faucet and have hot water instantly. I had a recirculating hot water system in my last house near Spicewood and have missed it ever since moving. There is no going back after you have had the instant experience. But what about all that energy soaking into the ground? I am right [...]
Congratulations!
We were honored to get to attend the wedding of Michael and Molly Birnbaum on February 25th. Michael seeing the great opportunity, made the choice to throw in 100% to making plumbing his career. He has been with us for for a few month, and is well on his way to plumbing greatness. When I [...]
Leaking toilet = huge water waste
I came across the City of Austin’s water conservation page today and found their ideas very helpful. Here is the link:http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/watercon/50ways.htm After reading the tips, I was curious to find out how much water could be lost by a leaking toilet. You would think I would be up on this already! I was astonished to find out that a [...]
New Radiant Baby!
Jan 29th one of our dear employees Super Plumber Ricardo Ramirez had his first baby. Details coming soon… Sarah and I were able to slip out of the office and go take a peek at her. She sure is a cutie, and it was fun to see the proud Papa. Mom was in the shower, [...]
Is a Tankless water heater what I need?
The low-down on tankless water heaters in Austin. There has been a lot of talk about tankless water heaters in the last couple of years. I was a little skeptical like everyone else, but attracted to the idea of endless hot water and, lower energy bills. Will they save the earth? I doubt it. Will [...]
In Memory of Jorge Gonzalez Campa
In memory of Jorge 2244 (better Known as Bee Cave Road) stopped last Friday around 5:15 PM. Jorge Gonzalez Campa, my friend and my employee’s car slipped out of control on a gentle curve near Seven Oaks. His car ended up driver door to an oncoming full size pickup. By all appearances he was killed [...]
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