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 ...

Our water heaters are unfortunately sneaky appliances, secretly accounting for almost 20% of our home's energy use. This amounts to hundreds of dollars each year — all for an appliance that we tuck ...

Make repair cost easier to manage with home warranty coverage A new water heater for your home typically costs between $880 and $1,800, depending on the type of device you get. Tank-based systems ...

Many of us don't think about the hot water pumping through our house until the tank starts leaking or we get hit with a sky-high utility bill from all those hot showers. In fact, it may come as a ...

If you’ve ever been in the shower when the hot water runs out, you know first-hand how frustrating water heater issues can be. Of course, you need to eliminate the obvious causes, like being last in ...

Abstract: Electric water heaters have the ability to store energy in their water buffer without impacting the comfort of the end user. This feature makes them a prime candidate for residential demand ...

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 ...

If your water heater isn't heating your water or taking too long to do so, it's time to consider a new water heater. Mike Holmes was introduced to Bosch Home Comfort's GreenTronic 7000T in 2024 and ...

Don't miss a story. Get San José Spotlight headlines delivered to your inbox. On March 15, 2023, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District banned gas water heaters starting in 2027 and gas furnaces ...