Amid the background of sky-high energy costs, we’re keeping more of a watchful eye over our appliances than ever. But when temperatures fall, as they have done lately, there are some things you just ...

Electric hot water heaters typically cost less to install and maintain, but can come with higher monthly fuel costs. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners ...

The lure of tankless water heaters is strong for homeowners, and for good reasons. They last longer, take up less space, and are more efficient. They are a bit more expensive, though that can be ...

Heat pump water heaters have been around for decades, but it’s only recently that they’ve emerged as a go-to for energy efficiency. More households are opting for heat pump water heaters than ever ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It used to be that if your water heater went out, you called in a plumber to replace it with a similar ...

WASHINGTON, DC — The US Department of Energy (DOE) has finalized Congressionally-mandated energy-efficiency standards for a range of residential water heaters. The new standards are projected to save ...

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 ...

Advanced electrode boilers are being installed to replace outdated, inefficient fuel-burning equipment in district heating applications as part of a broader effort to meet ambitious International ...