Choosing the right water heater size for your home is pretty basic. Depending on what your needs are for your home will determine what heating source (gas or electric) you’ll want. You’ll also have to consider what type of water heater you prefer. Tankless water heaters continue to gain in popularity (especially in larger households) …
Troubleshooting Noritz tankless water heater error codes isn’t as difficult as it may seem. Noritz, like any other tankless water heater manufacturer, uses a remote controller which can display various error codes on its LCD display to help with troubleshooting. Some Noritz problems can be fixed by a typical homeowner with a basic set of …
A water heater leaking from the top is preferable to one from the bottom. On the other hand water runs downhill, so failure to fix the leak can lead to more serious problems, including electrical shorts, additional damage to the water heater, and the possibility of water damage such as ruined carpeting or drywall. Under …
Hot water on demand is something we often take for granted. One of the worst things a homeowner can experience is having no hot water in the house. There are several things that can wear out or stop working on your water heater, resulting in what may seem like the hot water is not working. …
A hot water heater is one of the most important appliances in your home but often taken for granted. Unless it’s been turned off for some reason, such as while you’re on vacation, a water heater is used every single day. Like any other appliance, problems can come up. Fortunately, tank-type water heaters are fairly …
A common misconception is that a water heater which has stopped functioning has to be replaced. The truth behind the myth is that the only part of the water heater which necessitates replacement is a leak in the tank itself. Most common water heater problems involve components that can be replaced, and typically it is much cheaper …
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When your water gets a sulfur smell, it often involves the anode rod in your hot water heater. This rod is designed to attract corrosive elements, extending the life of your heater. You need to periodically replace these rods, and have the option of getting the same type of rod or a different one, such …
There’s nothing worse than coming home from a rough day at work, drawing a tub of nice hot water to soak in, and walking back into the bathroom to a terrible sulfur smell coming from the hot water. This common problem is the sign of a bigger issue that’s thankfully easy to diagnose and fix. …
I don’t know about you, but I prefer to take a shower with warm water instead of cold water. Unfortunately, issues with hot water can make showers and baths very uncomfortable. If you wash your dishes by hand, having just cold water to wash them in can be frustrating and unsanitary. So, how do you …
One of the most annoyingly common issues with plumbing is air in the hot water lines. This can be noisy and interrupt your daily tasks. Thankfully, it is a problem that is not only easily identified, but easily solved. Signs of Air in Hot Water Lines There are a couple telltale signs that you have …
A water heater leaking from the bottom is not always an indication of tank failure. Before you resign yourself to replacing the entire water heater, take a few minutes to determine where the leak is actually coming from, and you may be able to fix the leak yourself with little or no cost. Before you being …
Water heaters may make a wide variety of noises, sometimes indicating a problem, and sometimes nothing to worry about at all. On the other hand, identifying the noises being made can give you early warning of components that need maintenance or replacement. Although there are exceptions to every rule, here are the basic sounds you may …
You turn on the hot water faucet, wait for the water to heat up, and after almost a minute, it’s still running cold. Maybe you stepped into a nice, hot shower, but the water gets cold within just a few minutes and ruins your nice relaxing shower. Unfortunately, these are pretty common problems that many …
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Installing your new water heater is only a moderately complicated task. The important things to remember are to take the steps in their proper order, recognize you are dealing with both water and power and brief yourself on the steps before you dive in. Rather than ignoring the instructions, read them, avoid making assumptions and, …
A leaking hot water heater is usually inexpensive to fix, but the consequences of not making repairs can mount quickly. Even though newer homes and businesses are built with a drain pan for the water heater to prevent a leak from causing water damage, the pan will fill up quickly and many water heaters don’t …
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