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 ...

When you think about cutting your utility bill, your mind probably jumps to energy-guzzling appliances like your fridge, TV or washing machine. But here’s something you might not realize: your water ...

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Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

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 ...

This liquid absorbs heat from the water, before it’s compressed in the heat pump to raise its temperature even further. This hotter glycol can then be used to warm up buildings through radiators or ...

LAS VEGAS — Carrier launched of its first domestic hot water air-to-water (DHW A2W) heat pump at the International Builders’ Show. The new product offers an advanced, sustainable solution for ...

A tankless water heater looks to be nothing more than a simple gray box that hangs on the wall. Yet inside that box is some pretty remarkable engineering, because when you open a hot-water faucet, it ...

To achieve peak efficiency and prevent corrosion, steam and hot water boilers in hydronic heating systems require regular maintenance. Neglecting this can lead to increased service calls and a ...

November 13, 2025 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google A few years ago, my neighborhood went through an extended blackout, and I had to take a few ice cold showers ...

Solar water heaters can be expensive, but they can get you a tax credit and help you save money on energy. Chi Odogwu is a digital consultant, professor, and writer with over a decade of experience in ...