How to Adjust the Temperature on a Water Heater
Learn how to safely adjust the temperature on your water heater for comfort, safety, and energy savings. Step-by-step tips for both gas and electric models.
Heating, How To
Heating
Should You Turn Off Your Water Heater When Water Is Off?
Find out if you should turn off your water heater when the water supply is shut off. Learn the risks, safety tips, and best practices for gas and electric units.
Heating, How To
How to Clean a Hot Water Heater
Learn how to clean a hot water heater to remove sediment, improve efficiency, and extend its lifespan. Step-by-step instructions for gas and electric models.
Heating
A.O. Smith Water Heater Age
Learn how to determine your A.O. Smith water heater’s age by decoding the serial number. Find manufacturing dates, lifespan tips, and when to consider replacement.
Heating, How To
How to Remove Sulfur Smell from Hot Water Heater
Discover how to get rid of the sulfur or rotten egg smell from your hot water heater. Learn causes, prevention tips, and effective solutions to restore fresh, clean water.
Heating
Does a Gas Water Heater Need Electricity?
Wondering if a gas water heater needs electricity? Learn how different models work, when electricity is required, and what happens during a power outage.
Heating, How To
How to Drain an Electric Water Heater
Learn how to safely drain an electric water heater with this easy, step-by-step guide. Prevent sediment buildup, improve efficiency, and extend your water heater’s lifespan.
Heating, How To
How Long Does It Take to Replace a Water Heater?
Find out how long it takes to replace a water heater, including factors that affect installation time for gas and electric models. Learn what to expect during a typical replacement.
Heating, How To
How Often to Flush a Water Heater
Learn how often to flush your water heater, why it’s important, and step-by-step tips to extend its lifespan, improve efficiency, and prevent sediment buildup.
Plumbing
How Long Does Copper Plumbing Last?
Find out how long copper plumbing lasts, factors that affect its lifespan, warning signs of failure, and tips to maintain or replace aging copper pipes in your home.