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Water Heater 101: Warning Signs for Water Heater Replacement
It's easy to overlook your water heater's age, especially when it functions without issues. However, homeowners need to remember that water heaters won't last forever. As they age, these crucial fixtures may face problems, affecting your family's access to hot water....
Water Heater 101: Dealing with a Leaking Water Heater
Your water heater plays an important role in your home. As such, if something goes wrong with it, it’s important to get it fixed as soon as possible to keep your house in working order. This is especially true if you’re a property manager who may have multiple tenants...
Water Heater 101: Eco-Friendly Water Heater
If you’re looking for a way to save money on your next water heater, you may have considered an eco-friendly water heater. Not only are eco-friendly water heaters such as the hybrid heat pump water heater good for the environment, but they also save you money. Who...
Water Heater 101: 5 Major Handyman Water Heater Issues
As a property manager, you’re bound to have your go-to guy when things need a little TLC. Whether it’s the handyman that always cuts you a deal because you’ve known him for decades or the handyman who’s always available for last-minute, late night calls, having...
Water Heater 101: Handling Rental Property Plumbing Emergencies
As a property manager, plumbing emergencies such as a water heater leaking are some of your worst nightmares. Not only are these sorts of plumbing issues a nuisance for tenants to deal with, but they may also pose a risk to your ability to maintain your lease...
Water Heater 101: 7 Common Water Heater Questions
Just because your home has a hot water heater doesn’t necessarily mean that you understand all the ins and outs of how they work. At the same time, in order to be a responsible homeowner, you should have a basic understanding of when to call in the professionals if...
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Troubleshooting & Repair
Something isn’t working right.
- Gas Water Heater Troubleshooting: Pilot, Thermocouple & Status Light Fixes
- How to Troubleshoot an Electric Water Heater: A Step-by-Step Guide
- Water Heater Not Heating? No Hot Water Causes & How to Fix It (Gas, Electric & Tankless)
- Water Heater Leaking? Causes, Is It an Emergency, and What to Do
- Water Heater Making Noise? Every Sound Decoded (Tank & Tankless)
- Water Heater Error Codes: What They Mean & What to Do (All Brands)
- Is a Leaking or Broken Water Heater an Emergency? How to Tell
- 3 Common Issues With Anode Rods
Repair or Replace?
How old it is, what’s failing, and when a new one makes sense.
Costs & Rebates
What installation involves and the incentives you can still get.
Buying & Sizing
Choosing the right type and size for your home.
- Choose the Right Water Heater Size for Your West Coast Home
- What Type of Water Heater Is Most Energy Efficient?
- Electric vs. Gas Water Heater
- Tankless vs. Standard
- Understanding How Tankless Water Heaters Work
- Is a Tankless and Instantaneous Heater Right for You?
- What to Expect When Installing a Heat Pump
- 80 Gallon Water Heaters
Maintenance & Safety
Keep it running longer and safer.
- 3 Major Reasons to Regularly Flush Your Tank
- What Temperature Should a Water Heater Be Set At?
- 7 Steps to Extend Your Water Heater’s Lifespan
- 4 Steps to Extend Your Tankless Water Heater’s Lifespan
- How to Increase Your Hot Water Capacity with a Mixing Valve
- Winterizing Your House
- How to Safely Remove an Old Water Heater: A Step-by-Step Guide
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