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 ...

When a water heater dies, it rarely does so without sending up a flare first. The most important early clue is a subtle but ...

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 ...

Suffering from no hot water? It may not be a hard problem to fix. If you have an electric water heater that’s not working properly, there are several possible reasons—and many of them have relatively ...

The typical cost to replace a water heater runs from $874 to $1,765, with a national average of $1,293. Cost factors for water heater replacement include the water heater type, size, fuel type, brand, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 average around $1,550, while tankless water heaters can range ...

Working time: 3 hours Total time: 8 hours Skill level: Intermediate to advanced Project cost: $10 to $60 If you’ve started to notice the hot water doesn’t last as long as it used to, or you’re just ...