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What to Do If My Hot Water Heater Isn’t Working
Hot water heaters are relatively simple appliances, but that does not mean they are immune to breaking down or becoming faulty from time to time. Waking up and having no hot water to shower in is an unpleasant experience, and finding smelly or odd colored water can be even worse. To help you know what …
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When Is the Best Time to Paint Your Home’s Exterior?
Painting the outside of your home is a big commitment, and it is likely a big investment, too. The last thing you would want to happen is see all of your hard work squandered because of rain or sun damage. Even drying paint jobs that make it through bad weather may see reduced lifespans and …
When You Know It Is Time to Replace Your Flooring
Floors take a lot of abuse, and they seem to handle it quite well. Eventually, though, they have a time they must call it quits. Only so many years and so many spills can be endured before you must bid your flooring farewell and replace it with something else. Here are some signs that your …
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What Is the Best Temperature to Set My Water Heater To?
When it comes to water heater temperatures, there are two main opposing camps. Some tout the savings and safety that comes with setting the temperature lower, and others say that 140 °F is the only safe temperature to use. So who is right? The truth is that there are merits to both schools of thought, …
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Comparing and Contrasting Gas vs. Electric Water Heaters
Nearly every household in America has one of two types of water heaters: gas or electric. The decision of which fuel source to go with ultimately comes down to personal choice and the benefits you seek out of the heater. Assuming you are using the standard storage tank model of water heater, here are some …
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Water Heater Leaking: What Should you Do?
So you head down into the basement utility room and notice a puddle under the water heater that wasn’t there before. What should you do?
Having Hot Water Heater Problems? Should I Repair or Replace?
When your hot water stops flowing, you want to get it working again as quickly as possible. In the tense moments of deciding what to do, you may wonder if you should have the system repaired or if it is time to put the old hot water heater out to pasture and replace it with …
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Water Heater Efficiency Ratings
Nobody wants to pay more for energy bills than they have to. This is why you should be very careful with the appliances you buy. Most modern appliances carry with them efficiency ratings so that you can compare just how much they are going to add to your monthly energy bills. Water heaters are no …
Programmable Thermostats: Yes or No?
Many HVAC experts highly recommend installing a recent-model programmable thermostat along with a new system. While not absolutely necessary, they add deeper levels of functionality to your HVAC system. These added functions come with tangible benefits in terms of energy savings and extended service life. “Smart” systems like the Nest also make your HVAC system …
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Accessories to Make Your Water Heater More Efficient
One of the unsung heroes in your home is the hot water heater. It is always there for you when you want to get your dishes clean or when you want a nice, hot shower. While you might not have thought of it, there are some things you can do purchase to make your hot …
