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: Sounds like you have a good plumber, or he or she may just be following new local codes. When water is heated it expands, and if there is no place for the expanded water to go it may cause the ...

As I mentioned in last week's blog post, expansion tanks are required when water in a home can't expand back into the water main. This might be caused by a check valve, a backflow preventer, or a ...

The water heater in your home provides warm water for your baths, showers, kitchen and bathroom sinks, dishwasher, and more. It is an essential item to have in the home. For those looking to replace ...

When it comes to tank vs. tankless water heater cost, several factors come into play that can influence a homeowner’s decision regarding which option is the best fit for their home. Both tank and ...

A single-tank batch “breadbox” heater. How does a solar water heater work? Explore the various types of solar water heaters. Reduce your reliance on fossil fuel emissions by building a passive solar ...