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 ...

Q: My 40-gallon gas water heater has started leaking from underneath, but there’s no problem getting hot water. What does this mean? A: It means the water heater’s tank is leaking and should be ...

The typical cost to replace a water heater runs from $874 to $1,765, with a national average of $1,293. Cost factors for water heater replacement include the water heater type, size, fuel type, brand, ...

Upgrade your water heater before your old unit gives out. When a water heater breaks down, it becomes obvious how much we rely on having hot water to do laundry, wash dishes, and bathe. In some cases, ...

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 ...

Hot water heaters might seem too complicated and intimidating to fix. They have plumbing and electrical components—two things that usually signal that hiring a pro is the best choice when you need ...

Q: My water heater has an enormous amount of corrosion around the nipples and my home warranty company said that this condition voids the warranty. The water heater isn’t leaking, but I’m concerned ...

If it's time to replace your water heater, you're in luck because you can currently grab $1,200 in government incentives by purchasing a heat pump water heater (plus, save even more in the long run).

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 ...