"Good motivation to get rid of that bill." Homeowner shares the game-changing benefits of replacing your old gas water heater: 'I'm a sucker for tax credits' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Choosing between a gas or electric water heater can be a bit confusing to homeowners due to various items that influence monthly costs. One important consideration is the type of water heater, whether ...

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 ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? On average, a water heater lasts 8 to 12 years. Maybe even more than that if you've ...

Turn the control valve to “on”. When the gas burner comes on, use a 50/50 dish soap/water mix to test the screw joints for air bubbles that indicate leaks. Note: When relit, the water heater pilot ...

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 ...

What’s a tankless water heater, you’re wondering? Simply, it’s a hot water heater that heats water as you use it, giving you an endless supply of hot water, instead of heating and storing water like a ...