Every day, you experience the benefits of hot water: in the shower, doing the dishes, washing your hands, cooking your food. No matter where it is, hot water has something to do with it. But have you ever stopped to wonder where all of this hot water is coming from, and what it has to […]
Why Is My Water Heater Leaking?
A water heater leak may not seem like a big deal but it can lead to big problems and quickly. Floors, sub-floors and walls can be damaged by a small amount of water from a water heater leak. If your water heater is leaking this may be a sign of larger plumbing issues and should […]
5 Tips to Extend The Life of Your Water Heater
Water heating is the second highest utility expense in your home. A water heater tends to last between eight to twelve years depending on usage, type, and how often your perform maintenance. These five tips will help your water heater maintain high efficiency and lengthen its life span. 1. Regulate the Pressure If your water […]
Why Is My Water Not Staying Hot?
Do your showers ever feel like you transported from your bathroom to an ice hole in the antarctica? Are you tired of your shower turning ice cold in the middle of shampooing? Do you want to have hot water all winter? Water heater problems are normally easy to spot. If the water coming from your […]
Water Heater Energy Savings Tips
#183867929 / gettyimages.com Home energy savings involve looking at a number of contributors to energy consumption. From lighting and kitchen appliances to water heaters, there are a range of contributors to home energy use. Understanding how each of these affects home energy consumption is important to working to make your home more energy efficient. Water […]
Basic Water Heater Maintenance Tips
Well maintained water heaters can easily last up to a decade or longer. Extending the lifespan of the water heater and saving on energy costs come down to a few basic maintenance steps.