Barbara has written professionally for more than two decades. In the past five years, she has specialized in creating real estate and home improvement content. Besides writing for Forbes Home, she ...

A family of tankless water heater water and gas connection kits is available. The kits provide installers with all of the components needed to easily and economically install gas or electric tankless ...

How long should a water heater last? Q I have a tank-type electric water heater that is only 6 years old, but recently has been putting out only a small amount of hot water. Do I need a new water ...

Water heaters are a necessity, and unexpected breakdowns can be a hassle. They typically have a life span of 12 to 20 years, so if your unit is reaching this age, it might be time for repairs or even ...