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When is the best time to buy a new water heater? Hint: It’s not when the one you have fails. But that’s what many homeowners end up doing. They notice a leak—or worse, they’re surprised by a flood—and ...

Heat pump water heaters have been around for decades, but it’s only recently that they’ve emerged as a go-to for energy efficiency. More households are opting for heat pump water heaters than ever ...

Your water heater needs to be drained periodically to increase its life expectancy, but how often is often enough? Here is ...

The residential heating and cooling industry is facing unprecedented regulatory changes from both federal and state mandates. Government leaders from 24 states have instituted ambitious residential ...

Draining your water heater is a key home maintenance task you won’t want to ignore. We talked to experts to learn how often you should drain your water heater.

Chances are you’ve been there: Your formerly hot shower suddenly turns cold, darkening your mood in the process. Maybe someone in your household took an extra shower or you did a few too many loads of ...