Homeowners wondering who to call for home repairs often find that a handyman can tackle many of the projects on their to-do list. Handymen usually have a wide variety of skills ranging from carpentry ...

Water heaters are an essential, but often overlooked, appliance in our homes. They tend to get tucked away in a corner of the basement or forgotten in a dark closet, but they're still a significant ...

You probably don't spend much time thinking about your water heater. Even though it's a vital part of your home plumbing ...

A water heater is one of those home appliances that you don't think about until it stops working. However, a water heater can be a major energy eater, whether you're buying one for a new home or ...

Most water heaters last 6 to 15 years, and rising bills or performance changes can signal that yours is nearing the end. Hot water running out quickly or inconsistent performance often means sediment ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

When is the best time to buy a new water heater? Hint: It’s not when the one you have fails. But that’s what many homeowners end up doing. They notice a leak—or worse, they’re surprised by a flood—and ...