If your gas water heater’s pilot light won’t stay lit, there’s a very good chance you need a water heater thermocouple replacement. I’m going to tell you what a thermocouple is, what it does, the...
Tankless water heaters (also called on-demand water heaters) are exactly what they sound like: water heaters minus their storage tanks. Pretty simple. Here’s why we’re so obsessed. Traditional 30- to 50-gallon water heaters waste energy...
On average, water heaters last about 10 years (give or take). And along the way, parts can break down. This usually happens after the warranty has expired. Go figure! One such part is the water...
If you suddenly notice you have less hot water — and you haven’t added a teenager to your home — you may have lost a heater element in your electric water heater. Here’s the good...
Are you struggling with low hot water in your home? Does it feel like you are constantly adjusting the temperature on your water heater? If these are things you find yourself constantly fighting against, you...
Water heaters typically last about 8-12 years. That’s not a lot for such a big investment. And there are all sorts of factors that can make that number lower, such as corrosion, neglect, and high...
Today’s hot water heaters generally provide years of trouble-free service as long as you conduct regular water heater maintenance. Just a little effort on your part, however, can extend its life even further and cut...
Consider putting your water heater in vacation mode if you plan on leaving your house alone for a few days or longer. Whether you’re going on a short business trip or a longer vacation, setting...
Vacation season can happen any time of year. In winter, we go to warmer locations. In summer, we go to warmer locations. Is there a trend here? Well, no matter where you’re going — or...
Practicing good water heater safety never occurs to most homeowners. But it could save you a trip to the hospital someday. The fact is, a water heater can be highly dangerous. Here are several safety...
A frigid shower can be unbearable if you’re not a member of an ice hole swimming club in Finland. But that’s what it feels like when you lose your hot water. If this happens (heaven...
It’s important for homeowners to keep a watchful eye on the most common causes of water damage in home — or the different types of water damage — in order to avoid the expensive cost...
