Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Your water heater rarely fails without warning. Long before a tank splits or a basement floods, an aging unit usually follows ...

Most water heaters last 6 to 15 years, and rising bills or performance changes can signal that yours is nearing the end. Hot water running out quickly or inconsistent performance often means sediment ...

Richard replaces a water heater; Tom assesses woodpecker damage; Mauro paints tile. Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner remove an old 40-gallon hot water tank with a new 50-gallon tank; Heath Eastman ...

Suffering from no hot water? It may not be a hard problem to fix. If you have an electric water heater that’s not working properly, there are several possible reasons—and many of them have relatively ...

The water heater in your home provides warm water for your baths, showers, kitchen and bathroom sinks, dishwasher, and more. It is an essential item to have in the home. For those looking to replace ...