water heaters
Do It Yourself? Or Call a Professional Plumber?
With so many home improvement shows on TV these days, many people feel motivated and empowered to take on all manner of household maintenance and repairs themselves. While this DIY spirit builds skills and confidence, it is important to know which jobs are DIY-friendly and which may be better left to professionals. When it comes…
Read MoreFour Water Heater Components You Need To Check Today
The lifespan of your water heater depends on several variables. One common cause of water heater malfunction is corrosion. Learn what causes corrosion, and what components you should be inspecting on a regular basis to prevent early deterioration. Corrosion typically occurs in these heater components: Electrical Elements Combustion Chambers Anodes Vent pipes Electrical heaters…
Read MoreNeed a New Water Heater? Top Five Factors to Consider Before You Buy
If you’re considering replacing your water heater, don’t base it on cost or brand name alone, and for goodness sake, do your homework. Before you buy, consider these five factors to help you determine what unit is really best for your home. Energy Factor Size First-Hour Rating Fuel Overall Cost The Energy Factor (EF)…
Read MoreNo Hot Water? DIY Troubleshooting Guide
No hot water? Running out of hot water in a busy household where back-to-back showers and dishwasher use may have drained the reserves is annoying, but short-lived. You simply wait for more water to heat back up. When the water stops heating altogether, it’s time to take action, starting with troubleshooting this often elusive plumbing…
Read MoreFix Problems Unique to Electric Water Heaters
About 40 percent of U.S. households use electric water heaters. Electric models offer some advantages over gas, including a generally lower upfront purchase price because they’re less complicated than gas models, easier installation since they don’t require gas pipes or venting and greater safety because there’s no potential of a gas leak or dangerous combustion…
Read MoreThink a Tankless Water Heater Would Work in Your Home? Get the Right Size
So, you’ve decided that a tankless water heater or demand –type water heater is the best choice to replace your current, aging water heater. But, how do you know what size is best for your family? It is important to get the proper size so your family will have the hot water they need, but…
Read MoreHow Corrosion Can Shorten the Life of Your Water Heater
The lifespan of your water heater depends on several variables. A major variable and common cause of water heater malfunction is corrosion. By learning the causes of corrosion and how to protect your heater against it, you can greatly increase its lifespan.
Read MoreIs It Time for a New Water Heater? Tips to Shop Wisely
If you’ve been experiencing decreasing performance from your water heater, or even worse – if you’ve had some kind of breakdown – it may be time to concede to the inevitable and purchase that new water heater. To help sort out your purchase options, here are some guidelines to make sense of it all.
Read MoreTroubleshoot Your Water Heater Issues with These 5 Simple Tips
A water heater is a relatively simple piece of equipment, but if it doesn’t work properly it’s a source of great inconvenience in your home. You can troubleshoot your water heater issues with these handy tips in order to get it working to optimum efficiency:
Read MoreReplacing vs. Repairing a Water Heater: the 3 Deciding Factors
So your water heater is ailing. Should you repair it and hope for the best, or should you bite the bullet and replace it? That’s going to depend on three things – how old the unit is, what condition it’s in, and what your budget looks like.
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