Water changes with buckets...

[lucky62]

. I've been using water from the hot water tap for 15 years now without ever running into a problem.

me too , even longer . And for small changes I will sometimes use cold water .

 

[LobsterOfJustice]

Yep, I just put a bucket under the tub faucet, turn the hot and cold knobs until the water feels lukewarm, add dechlor, pour into tank. My fish are happy

 

[Olive]

Unless you have a combination type boiler that heats the water as you use it then it is not a good idea to use water from the hot tap. If the water has been sitting in the boiler tank for some time it may carry traces of copper which is poisonous to aquatic lifeforms, these copper deposits could build up in your tank and cause unexplained deaths/diseases.

Personally unless i am doing a water change of over 20% i dont bother to bring the temperature of the new water up to that of the tank, infact i just run the water straight from a hose into the tanks and add dechlorinator as i go.

wow I didn't know that you had water tanks on your roofs in the UK? could someone please explain this to me a little more?


Dead pigeons?? Spiders??

 

[G_Sharky]

I use to do the boil water mix with aged tap water to match the temp of my tank in a bucket and never had a problem. However since I got Discus and has to do frequent water change I purchase a 20 gallon bucket and add a heater(same temp on my tank) and an airstone and that makes the job a lot easier.....

 

[Alien_spawn]

Unless you have a combination type boiler that heats the water as you use it then it is not a good idea to use water from the hot tap. If the water has been sitting in the boiler tank for some time it may carry traces of copper which is poisonous to aquatic lifeforms, these copper deposits could build up in your tank and cause unexplained deaths/diseases.

Your water conditioner will take care of any harmful elements in the water from use of the hot water tap.

Water conditioner takes care of copper too, if you buy a decent one. I've been using water from the hot water tap for 15 years now without ever running into a problem.

thecichlidaddict- Just a quick question - I use Nutrafin Water coinditioner (Aqua plus) does this remove copper from the water? it says that it removes heavy metals from the water.

If not what water conditioner do you use to remove copper? as I might save on wrecking kettles lol

Thanks

AS

 

[Spat_si]

HAHA your a kettle breaker too. I could have bought another tank if I didn't have to replace all my mom's kettles. lol

 

[lucky62]

HAHA your a kettle breaker too. I could have bought another tank if I didn't have to replace all my mom's kettles. lol

save up for that python

 

[De Plano]

First off, I am not that impressed with my python. Wasn't that much more work to use buckets and my plants were happier getting fish water.

One other thing I have heard about hot water heaters is sometimes they fill up with sediment and rust. If you clean out your water heater every once in a while it should not be built up to a noticable level. I drained mine after owning it for a few years and I did not notice any signifigant buildup, I am on well water that has not always "run clean" .

If in doubt drain your hot water heater and see what comes out. Pretty much anyone can do it. Just attach a hose to the drain plug run it outside and open it up. Wait for it to drain and then close it back up. Remove hose, drink beer (or soda if your under age) and pat yourself on the back for a job well done.

Just remembered to mention not to drain it on any delicate plants, it is hot water. If your hot water heater is scalding, be even more careful about where it drains (and turn it down )