Tax credits of up to $2,000 for those who switch to a heat pump water heater are coming to an end on December 31st. This ...

Our water heaters are unfortunately sneaky appliances, secretly accounting for almost 20% of our home’s energy use. This amounts to hundreds of dollars each year — all for an appliance that we tuck ...

Debating on whether you can DIY your new water heater installation? Experts recommend leaving it to a trained plumber. Here's why. Sam Becker is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in and on ...

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 ...

Find the right plan at the right price. It’s hard to imagine modern life without water heaters. Invented in 1889 by Norwegian engineer Edwin Ruud, the water heater has undergone many design ...

Dear Jim: My electric water heater is 18 years old but still works and makes enough hot water. I want to reduce my water heating costs. What can I do to make my water heating more efficient other than ...