This week on The Build Show Podcast, Matt delves into the intricacies of water delivery in homes with the “Hot Water Expert” Gary Klein, focusing on plumbing systems and hot water efficiency. Gary discusses minimizing water waste and optimizing hot water delivery, covering various strategies like circulation loops and on-demand pumps. They also tackle outdated plumbing codes and advocate for modernization to reflect water-saving fixtures and smaller pipe diameters. 

Matt and Gary emphasize the need for collaboration between architects and plumbers to achieve efficient plumbing layouts and prevent leaks. Additionally, Gary highlights the importance of preventive measures like floor drains and discusses innovative solutions such as placing water heaters in semi-conditioned attics. 

Resources:

• “Architectural Compactness and Hot Water Delivery”
• “Efficient Hot-Water Piping”
• “Inefficient Hot Water Piping Layouts Waste Hot Water”

Find Gary on the web:

• Website: https://www.garykleinassociates.com/
• Gary’s Articles: https://www.garykleinassociates.com/writings.html

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