Draining a water heater helps it last longer and work better. Dirt and minerals settle at the bottom of the tank, blocking heat and wasting energy. This can cause loud popping, rusty water or less hot water in your home. Draining removes these problems and can add years to your...
A water heater anode rod is a small, low-cost part that keeps your tank safe from rust. It wears out first, so the tank does not. With care, this rod can make your water heater last more than 15 years instead of just 8. Most rods cost less than $50,...
Hot water is something most families use every day without thinking. But when the shower turns cold, water looks rusty, or a leak shows up in the basement, it can cause stress and cost a lot to fix. That’s why having a water heater maintenance checklist is so helpful for...
Seeing water around your water heater is scary. It makes you worry about flooding, high bills and costly repairs. A water heater leaking from the bottom does not always mean you need a new tank right away. Sometimes the problem is simple, like a loose valve or small fitting. Other...
Hot water keeps your business running every single day, not just for comfort but as a critical part of operations that customers and employees depend on. Restaurants need it for washing dishes and meeting sanitation rules, gyms require steady shower capacity for members, healthcare facilities depend on it for infection...
No hot water on a cold New Jersey morning is more than just annoying, as it can stop your whole day. A broken water heater also means surprise bills that many families are not ready for. Water heater repair cost depends on which part breaks, but most jobs range from...
