Set up a chair next to your water heater with a towel on top of the seat. Place your portable transfer pump on the towel. (The towel prevents the pump’s vibration from damaging the finish on your ...

Not all water filters are created equal. Here’s how to pick one that’s effective and doesn’t strip your water of beneficial minerals. Periodically changing out the anode rod, flushing the tank, and ...

Flushing your water heater is an important piece of home maintenance. If you've never done it, here's why you should.

There was a time when about 70 percent of your questions dealt with two basic problems: How to clean mold off the outside of the house and how to stop the water heater from rumbling. Your inquiries ...

Drain your water heater at least once a year to ensure the ongoing functionality of this important home appliance.

The water heater is designed to be a pretty low-maintenance device. But while it doesn't need constant looking after, some care can save you from that unexpected blast of cold, dirty water when the ...