There’s nothing worse than a shower going ice cold while you're in it. If that sounds overdramatic, it probably hasn’t happened to you. Accessing hot water reliably is an absolute necessity. If you’re facing water temperature problems, then you’re likely already in the market for a new water heater. When it comes to … [Read more...]
The Anatomy of Your Home’s Water Heater
An anatomy, by definition, is a study of a thing's internal workings or structure. An anatomy of a water heater, therefore, is a study of how a water heater’s internal functions work. By understanding how your water heater works, you’ll have a better understanding of how to keep it working. The water that enters … [Read more...]
Post-Thanksgiving Plumbing Problems to Watch Out For
Thanksgiving has a reputation for being a great lazy holiday. You eat your body weight in food and then spend the day “watching” football (read: napping). Sounds great, right? Well, if you’ve ever hosted Thanksgiving, however, you know that this reputation couldn’t be further from the truth. Thanksgiving is a lot of … [Read more...]
4 Easy Ways to Improve Your Water Heater’s Efficiency
Did you know that 18% of your average energy bill comes from heating up your water? Heating water requires more energy than any other household task except heating and cooling your whole home. With costs that high, you really feel it if your water heater isn’t as efficient as it should be. Inefficient water heaters … [Read more...]
New Home Buyer Plumbing Checklist
Purchasing a new home, whether it’s your first or your fortieth, is a big deal. There are dozens of different things to consider, be in charge of, and manage. In many cases, the status of the plumbing in your abode is one of the last things on your mind. It shouldn’t be, though, because your home’s plumbing is like … [Read more...]
4 Signs That It’s Time to Replace Your Water Heater
Your water heater is your best friend. It helps you keep your body clean, your dishes clean, and your peace of mind secure when the temperatures outside dip. Unfortunately, water heaters don't last forever, and for most homeowners, having their heater fail isn't something they're prepared for. Luckily, most water … [Read more...]
What is a Tankless Water Heater?
When you picture a water heater, the first thing you probably think of is its tank. A conventional water heater’s tank holds contains its heating components and a reserve hot water for when you need it. The tank is the part of the fixture that needs the most maintenance. If your water heater breaks down, chances are … [Read more...]
Is There Something Wrong With My Water Heater?
When you stop to think about it, it’s amazing just how much you use your water heater for every day. Bathing, cleaning, washing your hands, preparing food, making coffee… the list goes on. It’s really easy to take your water heater for granted, too--until it stops working. It’s easy enough to have a broken water … [Read more...]
What To Do When Your Water Won’t Work
Has this ever happened to you? You wake up in the morning, go to the bathroom to wash your face, turn the faucet, and… nothing. It’s not a great feeling. Before you can get your water running again, you have to figure out why it stopped in the first place. Here are some step-by-step instructions you can follow to … [Read more...]
What Common Plumbing Noises Mean, Part 2
Earlier this week, we tried to help you figure out where that weird plumbing noise in your home is coming from. We covered a lot of the most common sounds and their sources, but the fact of the matter is there are so many plumbing noises to investigate that we couldn’t fit them all in one blog! If you didn’t see … [Read more...]
