The US Department of Energy (DOE) has released a new web-based tool that offers comprehensive information about how to size, select, and install electric heat pump water heaters (HPWHs)—a key ...

A heat pump water heater can save you a lot of money each year, but only if it's installed in the proper location. It needs ...

Q. During the past year, our hot water pipes have developed four leaks under the house. With each occurrence, the ground area below the building has become soaked, causing moisture damage to the ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

Take a Home Warranty Quiz. Get matched with an Authorized Partner. Your water heater is one of the most inefficient appliances in your home — electric water heaters account for an average of 18% of ...

The current standards for water heaters, which are specified in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) in 10 CFR 430.32(d), have been in effect since 2010. One aspect of the upcoming changes is the ...

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 ...

Heat pump water heaters have been around for decades, but it’s only recently that they’ve emerged as a go-to for energy efficiency. More households are opting for heat pump water heaters than ever ...

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