It’s very tempting to turn the heat up when the temperatures drop. However, that can come at a cost. If you’re looking for a simple solution and an alternative to the electric space heater, consider ...

Our water heaters are unfortunately sneaky appliances, secretly accounting for almost 20% of our home’s energy use. This amounts to hundreds of dollars each year — all for an appliance that we tuck ...

Many homes have installed smart thermostats or smart lighting to reduce energy usage for financial and environmental gain. Now it's time for smart water heaters. Cala is an innovative startup whose ...

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 ...

The hot water took too long to come out of the tap. That is what I was trying to solve. I did not intend to discover that, for a while there, water heaters like mine may have been open to anybody.

If you’re considering buying an electric heater for your home, it can be challenging to know where to start. After all, this ...

The recent drenching rains and the future storms predicted to hit Southern California are enough reason to stay home where it’s dry and warm. For many renters, though, keeping the house warm means ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

Ever hop into the shower only to get blasted by a stream of freezing water? Or maybe your hot water fizzles out halfway through and you're left shivering as you wash the last streaks of shampoo out of ...

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 ...