Water heater leaks can cause a lot of damage in your home. Here are the common causes and ways to prevent them. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of ...

When a water heater dies, it rarely does so without sending up a flare first. The most important early clue is a subtle but ...

Hot water heaters are one of those household appliances that you tend to forget about until something goes wrong. It’s easy to let years—maybe even a decade or two—pass without paying much attention ...

Your water heater needs to be maintained, especially by draining it. It's an important chore. But how often should you be ...

A water heater turned into a leaking mess for Valley homeowner, John. "The thing was disgusting," he said, describing the leak. He took steps to keep the mess contained. "I had cups under all the ...

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Q: I recently read a frightening news story about how a water heater exploded in a Pennsylvania home, leading to devastation, including loss of life and extensive damage to the home and nearby ...

Hot water heaters might seem too complicated and intimidating to fix. They have plumbing and electrical components—two things that usually signal that hiring a pro is the best choice when you need ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...