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Q17: How can I avoid becoming a victim of fraud? A17: Protect your personal data: do not casually disclose your ID number, date of birth or credit card number. Install an official anti-fraud app, such as “Whoscall” or “165 National Anti-Fraud”. Regularly check 1...
Q1: Why do so many people fall for scams? A: Because fraud rings exploit human weaknesses, including: Greed: wanting to make money fast or get a bargain. Fear: worrying about having accounts frozen, being prosecuted or being arrested. Urgency: being pressured to decide immediately, with no time to verify. Kindness: → Key mindset: legitimate organizations will never pressure you to transfer money or provide sensitive information immediately.
Q3: How...
Wenshan District, Taipei City: 1-inch PVC pipe cut to specified lengths
PVC pipe can be used in so many places, such as door bars, computer stands and more. (See our past portfolio for reference.) Whether it's a personal need or a company's special size requirement, contact Hongchi and we'll cut it for you. This customer needed 1-inch PVC pipe cut into three lengths...
DIY Air Conditioner Electricity Meter Add-on Kit: When summer arrives, landlords and tenants alike care about one question: how much electricity does the air conditioner actually use? Why do electricity bills rise so much during the summer holidays? The way to solve this problem once and for all is to spend a little money on a dedicated meter for it. Always remember to save electricity! Here is the DIY project...
Q1: What types of gas stoves are there, and how should I choose?
A1: Common gas stoves are divided into the following types by installation method and function:
Built-in hob: installed on the kitchen countertop with the control knobs also on the countertop; attractive and easy to clean, it is the mainstream choice for modern kitchens.
Recessed gas stove: the controls are on the cabinet panel below, for a more integrated look.
Tabletop stove (freestanding): can...
Q1: When moving house, can I take my old gas stove to the new home?
A1: Not necessarily. When moving, besides checking the stove size, you also need to confirm whether the fuel type and gas type used at your old and new homes match. The main fuel supplies for typical homes are: natural gas (NG1, NG2)...
Q1: Why does my shower water run hot and cold? What are the common causes? A1: Shower water from a gas water heater that runs hot and cold is usually related to water pressure, temperature settings or ageing equipment. Common causes include: Insufficient water pressure or flow: top-floor homes are too close to the water tank for adequate pressure, or scale in the hot water pipes reduces hot water flow too much to reliably trigger the water heater. Equipment type limitations: ...
Q1: Our apartment building is 5 storeys tall and I live on the 4th floor. Do I need a booster pump?
A1: Highly recommended! Residents on the 3rd floor and above are all advised to install one.
Because the 3rd and 4th floors are too close vertically to the rooftop water tank, the water pressure is insufficient, which easily leads to:
Low water flow from taps and shower heads, making showers unpleasant...
Dryer Q&A
Q: How long does it take to install a Rinnai gas dryer? A: We have installed over 1000 units, so we have extensive installation experience; installation is usually completed within about 1 to 1.5 hours. Q: Can we buy a Rinnai dryer ourselves and then have you install it? A: No, for dryers we always supply both labour...