Did you know that the cost of heating water amounts to almost 20 percent of your household budget? Which is second only to the cost of heating and cooling your home! Beyond that, people tend to largely ignore their water heaters until they’re not working properly. If you are facing the burden of purchasing a

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Knowing how to replace a water heater element can save you money, it’s actually not as difficult as you may think. Electric water heaters use heating elements to heat water, but over time, elements wear out and need to be replaced. If you notice your water heater runs out of hot water, is slow to recover

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Are you considering installing a circulation pump to your water heater? This simple device will not only save you money, but it can also deliver nearly instant hot water. A circulation pump keeps the hot water constantly moving through the home’s plumbing system, so when a hot water tap is opened, the water will be

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If you’re in the market to buy a garbage disposal, you probably have a few questions. Most homes today come with a disposal already in place, but that’s not the case for many older homes. Whether you need to replace an existing garbage disposal or install one for the first time, this buyers guide will help

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Frequently, when a water heater leaks from the top it’s a fixable problem. It’s also a less expensive problem. However, if the leak isn’t  promptly repaired it could lead to a serious issue, especially if the water finds it’s way into the electrical compartment. If you’re not entirely certain that the leak is coming from

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Cold weather can be a problem for tankless water heaters. They often require additional attention in order to prevent them from experiencing weather related problems such as freezing. This is a problem rarely seen in traditional tank-style water heaters but one you can avoid with regular water heater maintenance. Most manufacturers don’t cover damage caused by freezing

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