After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

A new web-based tool by the Department of Energy offers comprehensive information about how to size, select, and install electric heat pump water heaters (HPWHs). HPWHs can be two to four times more ...

Prevent a water heater breakdown before it happens.

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

If you’ve ever been in the shower when the hot water runs out, you know first-hand how frustrating water heater issues can be. Of course, you need to eliminate the obvious causes, like being last in ...

Working time: 3 hours Total time: 8 hours Skill level: Intermediate to advanced Project cost: $10 to $60 If you’ve started to notice the hot water doesn’t last as long as it used to, or you’re just ...