Rosanne is an interior design and home improvement writer with 8 years of experience. During that time she has worked with numerous businesses and publications. Rosanne has been with Forbes Home for ...

When replacing a water heater, most plumbers replace what is there with something similar and never present the customer with options. Customers are ill-served by plumbers who fail to provide choices.

If you’re looking to replace an aging (or failed) water heater, particularly a standard gas or electric one, you’re in luck. Chances are good that any newer model will be more energy-efficient than ...

Expensive repairs? Find a warranty to cover future costs. Expensive repairs? Find a warranty to cover future costs. A new water heater for your home typically costs between $880 and $1,800, depending ...

Compared with other “green” purchases, the stakes get a little higher when you buy a tankless water heater. We all rely on hot water. We want it to be there when we need it. Only a small number of ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

The number of years of energy savings (from a new water heater) needed to cover the purchase and installation costs of replacing an existing water heater. The number of years of energy savings (from a ...

The lure of tankless water heaters is strong for homeowners, and for good reasons. They last longer, take up less space, and are more efficient. They are a bit more expensive, though that can be ...