Water Heater
Why It Makes Sense to Hire a Professional to Install Your Water Heater
Look, we get it. The temptation to save a few dollars has you considering buying a water heater from a big box store and doing the installation yourself. But before you’re knee-deep in water, understand that a water heater can be a complicated appliance to install, and doing it yourself could harm you and potentially…
Read MoreAdvantages of a Traditional Water Heater
Although a tankless water heater can be a good choice for homeowners in certain situations, traditional water heaters still have certain advantages. 1. Traditional water heaters with tanks have cheaper initial costs. Average cost and installation for a traditional water heater costs in the neighborhood of $1,000 (according to HomeAdvisor’s national average data). Compare that…
Read MoreWhat Size Water Heater is Right for You?
When it’s time to replace your water heater, you want a water heater that’s the right size for your home. Here’s how to figure it out. When choosing your water heater, first figure out your home’s first-hour rating (also known as an FHR). A home’s FHR indicates the amount of hot water a water heater…
Read MoreSigns It May Be Time to Replace Your Water Heater
A water heater is something most homeowners don’t think a lot about. It sits in the garage or basement and provides the hot water for the household. But your water heater can cause significant problems if not replaced at the end of its life span. Here are five signs it may be time to replace…
Read MorePlumbing Tips: Should You Install a Tankless Water Heater?
For a long time, water heaters with tanks dominated the market, but tankless water heaters have emerged as a strong competitor. Before we dive in and compare the two systems, it’s essential to understand how tankless water heaters work (also called a demand water heater). Is a tankless water heater right for you? How Tankless Water…
Read MoreMaintenance and Prevention: Draining your Water Heater
Water heaters are one of the most important appliances in our home. Without them, we couldn’t take a hot shower or bath, clean dishes, or wash clothes. That’s why it’s essential to keep your unit up and running with regular maintenance checks for leaks and by draining the tank periodically. How does draining the water…
Read MoreIs It Time To Replace Your Water Heater?
A water heater can last 8 to 12 years, sometimes more depending on the manufacturer. So what are some of the things you can do to prevent a water heater leak? Here are a few things you can do: Check the connections into and out of the water heater for corrosion or wear and tear.…
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