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Bradford White water heaters review
Brands

Bradford White Water Heaters Review

One of the oldest names in the modern water heater industry, it’s hard to imagine a world without Bradford White. This corporation seems to follow the old adage of “walk softly and carry a big stick”, as they have a habit of staying out of headlines for years only to burst through with a new innovation that rocks the water heater industry.

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Troubleshooting

How To Repair Water Damage From A Leaking Water Heater

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 have this pan.

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Navien Tankless Water Heaters Review

Navien isn’t exactly a household name, but it should be. This company is at the forefront of tankless water heater and boiler technology. Owning a Navien tankless water heater means lower bills and a much smaller carbon footprint.

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Rheem Water Heaters Review

Rheem is one of the top names in both air and water appliances today, and for good reason. The company places an emphasis on customer care and quality, and have produced many innovative designs during its first century in business.

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Maintenance

Do Tankless Water Heaters Need Maintenance?

Investing in a tankless water heater is an excellent way to reduce related energy costs and enjoy the benefit of a steady supply of hot water on demand. However, as amazing as a tankless hot water heater can be for you and your family, you don’t want to overlook the importance of preventive maintenance.

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Guides

Tankless Water Heater Buying Guide

Edwin Ruud’s eyeballs would be spinning in his long-dead head if he were to come back to life and witness the evolution of his invention. Ruud is generally credited with inventing the storage type hot water heater unit back around 1889. His creation allowed water to be heated and stored in a metal tank until a demand was placed on it.

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Rinnai Tankless Water Heaters Review

When you’re shopping around for a good tankless water heater, you can’t avoid hearing the name Rinnai. This company remains at the forefront of tankless technology, producing some of the most efficient models on the market.

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AO Smith water heaters review
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A.O. Smith Water Heaters Review

You can’t talk water heaters without mentioning A.O. Smith. This company is responsible for a large percentage of the innovations that have made modern water heaters so efficient. In addition, they have expanded to become leaders in electric, gas, tankless, and even solar water heaters.

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Troubleshooting

Rinnai Tankless Error Code Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting your Rinnai tankless water heater is often a matter of reading the error code the unit provides when a hot water issue comes up and performing basic troubleshooting steps for that error code.

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Troubleshooting

Navien Tankless Error Codes Troubleshooting

Like any other water heater, sometimes you may experience a problem with your Navien tankless water heater. When an issue arises, your Navien will likely display an error code on the LCD display on the front of the unit.

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Troubleshooting

Noritz Tankless Error Code Troubleshooting

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.

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General Info

4 Ways to Hide that Unsightly Water Heater

Perhaps it’s time to expand your home and you’ve decided to turn the basement into additional living space, but that water heater needs to disappear. Or maybe the heater is in existing living space, such as the kitchen or laundry room.

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Troubleshooting

What Size Water Heater Do I Need?

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.

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Maintenance

Basic Tools for Water Heater Maintenance

However, you can perform most repairs with only a few simple tools that might already be in your tool kit. While not listed here, you may wish to invest in some thread sealing compound to create an airtight seal when replacing anode rods.

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Troubleshooting

Is Your Water Heater Leaking From The Top?

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.

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Maintenance

How to Replace Your Water Heater Gas Control Valve

On a gas water heater, the gas control valve contains the thermostat and pilot light controls. Unlike components of an electric water heater, the gas control valve is entirely outside the water heater, and mounted near the bottom of the unit.

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