Nowadays, all people want to surround themselves with all sorts of comfort. There are various devices and home appliances to make our lives cozy and practical. One of them is the use of a tankless ...

Debating on whether you can DIY your new water heater installation? Experts recommend leaving it to a trained plumber. Here's why. Sam Becker is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in and on ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

You probably don't spend much time thinking about your water heater. Even though it's a vital part of your home plumbing ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? On average, a water heater lasts 8 to 12 years. Maybe even more than that if you've ...

You can go a long time without ever thinking about the anode rod in your water heater, but leaving it in too long without ...

Whether you're building a new house, moving into an old house, or upgrading your existing home, choosing a water heater is a critical decision that will affect not only the comfort of you and your ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Q: During a home inspection, the inspector discovered that my water heater needed a new vent connected to the ceiling. He said it is an easy and inexpensive repair. Just how easy and inexpensive is it ...

In the decade I spent outside the United States, none of the homes I lived in had hot water instantly available 24 hours a day. The hot water storage tanks were small, and when they were empty, that ...