We installed a Zip system during our kitchen renovation- the filtered boiling, chilled and soda. We LOVE it! Having the hot water at a moments notice is amazing. Not only do we find we're drinking more tea (great thing for health), but we use it to soak things, heat up cooking quicker, etc. I probably use it 10x a day! We start our day off with hot lemon water w/ apple cider vinegar- it's so nice to have it at our fingertips! I saw the comment about being too hot... the beauty is that you have the chilled water with the push of a button. So I know that I fill my Yeti just under 2/3 with the boiling water and then flip the function and top it off with chilled water. I can drink it instantly. The chilled filtered water is a bit noisy, but in a house with kids, dog, lots of activity... it doesn't bother us. I also saw the comment about filling Britas... with kids that play sports, filling up water bottles constantly is so much easier right from the tap. And they want cold water. They did need to reorganize the plans for the cabinet to make room for it under the sink, but it really wasn't a big deal. I also had to adjust the bubbles to get a higher volume b/c we like our soda water fizzy- it was not difficult. We were avid Soda Stream users... this is SO much easier. We used to plow through Co2 cartridges so fast with the Soda Stream. And then you have to send them back to recycle them. The tech for Zip said we'll probably have to change out the Co2 on this unit once a year. I would say that if you're going to use it- it's definitely worth the money, space and noise.

We have a zip built into our ceasar stone bench top next to our sink. We opted for the font (the mesh waste) and riser (it attaches to the bottom of the zip to give it extra height) We have instant boiling water (you can only use it when you press the safety switch located under the boiling water switch) chilled filted water and sparkling water. The sparkling water is sensational. We worked out the ratio and it is of equal value (replacing the canister as to buying X amount of bottles of mineral water over the same period) and we drink a lot of it (we are a family of 5) The unit itself sits under the sink and is smaller than a case of beer, and next to it is a C02 canister (resembling a small tube) We now don't have any empty water bottles in our fridge or cupboards, we no longer have a shelf full of mineral water (the filter water is so pure and clean) and I don't have a kettle on display day and night!! Yes the initial outlay is expensive but it looks fantastic is easy to use and I would highly recommend it.

This is called flexi hose, and there was a batch of inferior hoses installed in Australian homes that were suddenly bursting. This happened to us in our bathroom. Lucky we were home at the time, and turned the mains water off straight away. It’s caused by the strapping around the hose fraying, therefore weakening the hose. I can see a bit of fraying on your cold water flexi hose. I would get a plumber out and change all the flexi hoses in the entire home, that is what we did. This article explains: Most problems with flexible hoses come from the use of low-quality steel and brass barb fittings. When not properly manufactured or heat-treated, they are more susceptible to corrosion. The size of braiding is also important, as some of the cheapest flexible braided hoses use a thinner, weaker braid which can fail or corrode more easily. Some products provide an extra layer of protection against the incidence of bursting flexible hoses, with a plastic coating applied over the stainless steel braiding, making it more resistant to corrosion. As a general rule, always ensure that your flexible hoses display the WaterMark certification. Do flexible hoses last? Generally, stainless steel flexible hoses will need replacing every 5-10 years. Before you find yourself in deep water, it’s wise to check hoses regularly, preferably by a professional plumber. Look for signs of ageing, such as bulges, kinks, frayed areas or rust spots on the braided section of the pipe. Make sure you also check warranty period and expiry dates. If your hoses have reached their shelf life, or are showing any signs of wear, get in touch with a plumber Despite their relatively long shelf life, recent data released by insurance companies show that flexible hoses are the number one cause of internal flooding in Australian homes. Burst flexible water hoses cause more than 20% of water damage claims, sometimes bursting within months of their installation. As flexible hoses can leak up to 1,500 litres of water per hour, this can lead to irreversible water damage to your house. Why do flexible hoses burst? The rubber tube inside flexible hoses expands under pressure, and the stainless steel braid is designed to prevent further expansion. However, if the stainless steel fails and breaks, water pressure will cause the rubber lining to bulge out of the sleeve and rupture. Sometimes, damage occurs during installation, especially when people attempt to do plumbing installations themselves. Twisting or stretching the hose to make it fit during installation may cause a weak point in the hosing. Particular attention should be paid to the torquing of the nuts at either end of the connectors, too. If the nuts are not tightened enough, this will create a leak path on the outside of the hose. If they are too tight, the seal will rupture. In both cases, chlorine from the water supply will build up on the braiding and corrode it over time. Those leaks are the most common source of bursting. The presence of water exterior to the hose is required for corrosion, which is why most failures are seen under sinks, toilets and dishwashers. Flexible hoses used in closed cupboards under sinks are most at risk due to the high humidity environment caused by condensation. This is especially true for cupboards where household chemicals are stored. Those chemicals often contain chlorine which stays in the air in the closed cabinet and dissolves into hydrochloric acid under humidity, corroding the stainless steel braiding. Preventing bursts There are several things you can do to reduce the likelihood of a burst flexible hose, but as a general rule, remember that regular maintenance is much cheaper than damage repair. Buy good quality flexible hoses (with the WaterMark certification) and always get them installed by a licensed plumber Talk to your plumber to start a preventative maintenance program, regularly checking your flexible hoses for damage or leaks Get mini stop valves added on all water lines with flexible hose connections, so that they can easily be isolated in an emergency situation Install a vent hole in cupboards to allow for ventilation and reduce humidity and chlorine levels in closed cupboards where household chemicals are kept Switch off the main water supply of your home when you are going away for an extended period

Install mini tap pair and pressure limiting value 350 KPA for dishwasher in the kitchen . I have got a quote for $1000 . is this cost justified ?