Although there are countless models of water heaters, they all tend to suffer from mostly the same problems. Becoming familiar with the most common problems will mean you can repair any water heater ...

Find out what could be behind your latest water heater malfunction.

The information below on assorted water heater problems assumes that the water heater was properly installed and was operating correctly before any problems developed. This is just a general guide to ...

The average water heater will last about 12 years, according to industry statistics. Sadly, far too many water heaters fail long before that. With a bit of periodic maintenance, a water heater should ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

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