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Water Heater 101: Installation Costs and Preparation Tips
If you're contending with a water heater line leak or a bottom leakage, it's probably time for a replacement. Constant fixes on a water heater can accumulate costs and stress, often surpassing the expense of a complete replacement. In the case of severe leaks or...
Water Heater 101: 3 Important Questions For Quality Communication
Poor Vendor Communication? As a busy property manager, there’s nothing worse than having your time wasted. No property manager likes reviewing rental applications from renters who haven’t followed basic instructions, no property manager likes chasing down tenants for...
Water Heater 101: Tankless vs. Standard
The Difference Between Tankless & Standard Water Heaters Your water heater is a crucial component of your home's comfort system, yet it often goes unnoticed. It ensures you have warm or hot water for various activities, from laundry and dishwashing to handwashing...
Water Heater 101: 5 Maintenance Tips For Longer Tank Life
5 MAINTENANCE TIPS TO INCREASE THE LONGEVITY OF YOUR WATER HEATERS When it comes to property care, it's crucial to attend to the upkeep of your house's major appliances and plumbing fixtures. This responsibility extends to critical systems such as the HVAC system and,...
Water Heater 101: 11 Energy-Saving Tips for Your Heater
HOW CAN I SAVE ENERGY WITH MY WATER HEATER? According to the U.S. Department of Energy, water heaters account for close to 17% of a home’s energy usage annually. This is no small figure, so it makes sense that you would want to find some ways to save energy with your...
Water Heater Making Noise? Every Sound Decoded (Tank & Tankless)
Is your water heater making noise? It's one of the most common calls we get — and the good news is that the specific sound your unit makes is a diagnostic clue, the same way an error code is. Water heaters aren't silent, but they shouldn't be loud either. Some noises...
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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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