Dear Jerry: My current 80-gallon electric hot water heater is 13 years old and working fine, but I thought it was a good idea to replace it now before problems start. The builder installed the ...

Q. We’re not getting enough hot water to fill the tub for a warm bath. Should we replace our 50-gallon hot water heater? Danile Herold, Glen Ellyn A. A 40- or 50-gallon water heater should have no ...

You know that big tank of hot water in your basement? What if we told you that you could get the same amount of hot water (or more) from a water heater the size of a carry-on suitcase—and save at ...

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Modifying your home for a walk-in tub can involve some planning ahead, like making sure you have room for your new tub and having it installed correctly. But you might wonder if your home’s water ...

The right water heater for your home will keep your showers comfortable and your utility bills low. By Timothy Dale Updated Feb 24, 2025 9:31 PM EST We may earn revenue from the products available on ...

The debate regarding tank vs. tankless hot water heaters has heated up because the price gap between the two has gotten slimmer. So if you are in the market for a new water heater, it is time to ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? You probably don’t spend a whole lot of time thinking about your water heater, and ...

1) tankless companies have pushed the efficiency angle but it's always been overrated and may take many many years to recoup the installation cost. They are technically superior in this sense but you ...

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