Hot water cylinder restraints
The recent earthquakes in Canterbury have highlighted the need to secure items that may be critical to occupants’ survival after an earthquake. One such item is the hot water cylinder.
Hot water cylinders
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Hot water plugs into the mains
By Nigel Isaacs – 1 June 2006, Build 94
Today we expect to have ready supplies of hot water but this has only been available in most New Zealand homes for less than 100 years.
Fixing exterior hot water appliances against veneer
By Graeme Beattie – 1 October 2007, Build 102
Gas water heaters are often placed on the outside of houses. To keep them stable during earthquakes they need restraints but this can be a challenge for brick veneer buildings.
Water heating options
By Albrecht Stoecklein – 1 February 2010, Build 116, Feature article
Often hot water cyclinders are replaced in a rush with little thought to different options. Renovations provide the opportunity to consider the alternatives and potentially significantly cut energy consumption.
