Q: Recently, I’ve noticed my hot water heater making an unusual noise that I’ve never heard before, and I’m not sure if it’s serious. Why is mywater heater noisy, and should I be worried about it? A: ...

Over the last week, our water heater has been producing much less hot water than it used to. My wife and I used to be able to shower for an hour with no problems ( :eyebrow: ). Now we get about 20 ...

You should check your water heater today because a quick inspection can prevent leaks, improve efficiency, and avoid unexpected replacement costs. A short, regular check saves money and keeps hot ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Q: When we bought our house, our home inspector took a cursory look at the water heater, without removing the burner cover, and simply marked it as “good” in his report. His only comment was that he ...

What if adopting the latest water heating technologies was easier than expected and could also create new revenue streams by ...

When is the best time to buy a new water heater? Hint: It’s not when the one you have fails. But that’s what many homeowners end up doing. They notice a leak—or worse, they’re surprised by a flood—and ...