A well-functioning water heater keeps a household running smoothly. When the water cools or runs out, everyone will notice the next time they want a nice, hot shower. Here are a few steps you can take ...

When a water heater dies, it rarely does so without sending up a flare first. The most important early clue is a subtle but ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? On average, a water heater lasts 8 to 12 years. Maybe even more than that if you've ...

Water heaters send hot water through our home’s pipes so we can enjoy hot showers, fresh, clean laundry and plates and glasses that shine and sparkle. But if your water heater breaks down, it can cost ...

A water heater is one of those home appliances that you don't think about until it stops working. However, a water heater can be a major energy eater, whether you're buying one for a new home or ...

Brionna is a writer specializing in home improvement, construction, and real estate topics. She leverages her background as a civil engineer and interior decorator as well as her love for ...

Replacing a water heater used to be a straightforward errand, closer to swapping out a refrigerator than rethinking part of ...