How to Prevent Electrocution from Water Heaters: A Comprehensive Guide for Singapore Residents
How to prevent Electrocution from Water Heaters How to Prevent Electrocution from Water Heaters: In recent years, Singapore has witnessed tragic incidents involving electrocution due to improperly installed water heaters, most notably in Jurong where a failure to connect the circuit to a Residual Current Circuit Breaker (RCCB) resulted in three deaths. This alarming situation…Read More→
Is storage heating more expensive than gas in Singapore?
Is storage heating more expensive than gas in Singapore? Introduction This article aims to compare the costs of operating an electric storage heater versus a gas water heater in a typical Singapore household. The analysis explores energy consumption and costs for heating water for showers, based on assumptions for a household size of four individuals…Read More→
Is Gas Water Heater better than an Electric Storage Heater? A HDB case study
Is Gas Water Heater better than an Electric Storage Heater? A HDB case study When selecting a water heater for your HDB flat in Singapore, the two main options are gas water heaters and electric storage heaters. Each type has unique installation requirements, operational costs, and benefits, making the choice dependent on several factors, including…Read More→
Preventing Backflow in Storage Heaters: Ensuring Safe Water in Singapore and Insights from New Zealand
STORAGE HEATER Preventing Backflow in Storage Heaters: Ensuring Safe Water in Singapore and Insights from New Zealand Backflow, a critical issue in plumbing systems, occurs when water flows in the reverse direction, potentially leading to contamination of the water supply. In Singapore, this problem is particularly relevant when installing storage water heaters that do not…Read More→
9 Simple Plumbing Works You Can Use an Unlicensed Handyman
9 Simple Plumbing Works You Can Use an Unlicensed Handyman In Singapore, plumbing regulations are strict to ensure safety and quality, but not every plumbing task requires a licensed professional. For smaller, simpler jobs, you can hire an unlicensed handyman or even tackle them yourself. Below are 9 simple plumbing tasks that don’t require a…Read More→
